Northfield is a region in Minnesota characterized by a blend of natural features and accessible outdoor spaces. The area's landscape includes the winding Cannon River, extensive prairies, and diverse woodlands, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. Notable natural areas like the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum and St. Olaf Natural Lands offer dedicated trails within their expansive grounds. These features make Northfield suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, mountain biking, gravel biking, and more.
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4.4
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Average rating
1286
People visited

4.4
(10)
42
hikers
9.81km
02:35
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
6.23km
01:39
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
8.63km
02:17
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.62km
00:26
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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52
riders
33.5km
01:23
220m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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18.5km
00:48
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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25
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30.6km
01:18
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
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52.0km
02:11
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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36
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.1km
01:55
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
riders
24.5km
02:07
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
11.9km
00:42
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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26
riders
45.2km
03:12
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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74.8km
05:02
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
59.9km
04:13
820m
820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
runners
6.05km
00:38
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
9.49km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
6.09km
00:39
70m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
6.11km
00:43
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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19
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
51.1km
04:08
830m
830m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

7
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
20.3km
01:31
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Northfield offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features a diverse landscape with trails along the Cannon River, through prairies, and into woodlands. More than 10 routes are available for exploration.
Northfield features more than 10 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by over 28,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in the Northfield area is 4.28 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Northfield offers hiking opportunities with 2 dedicated hiking routes listed on komoot. Trails can be found in natural areas such as the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum, Caron Park, and Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. For more information, refer to the Hiking around Northfield guide.
Northfield provides various cycling options, including routes for road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Cyclists can explore scenic paths along the Cannon River and through natural landscapes. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Northfield and Gravel biking around Northfield offer detailed information.
Northfield has 5 dedicated jogging routes available on komoot. These trails often traverse natural areas like the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum and St. Olaf Natural Lands. Information on these routes can be found in the Running Trails around Northfield guide.
Yes, Northfield offers easy hiking options suitable for various skill levels. Areas like Caron Park provide quiet trails, and the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum has accessible paths. The Easy hikes around Northfield guide provides specific recommendations.
Trails in Northfield showcase diverse natural features, including the Cannon River, extensive prairies, and woodlands. Notable areas include the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum, St. Olaf Natural Lands, and Caron Park, which features a waterfall. Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, located nearby, is known for its hidden falls.
Specific regulations for dogs vary by park and trail. Visitors should check the rules for individual locations such as the Carleton College Cowling Arboretum, Caron Park, or Nerstrand Big Woods State Park before bringing pets. Leash laws are typically enforced in public areas.
Komoot offers several guides for Northfield, covering various activities. These include Hiking around Northfield, Road Cycling Routes around Northfield, and Running Trails around Northfield. Other guides cover easy hikes, general cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Official information about Northfield, Minnesota, can be found on the city's website. The official website is ci.northfield.mn.us. For direct inquiries, a phone number is available at +1-507-645-8833.
The Carleton College Cowling Arboretum is an 880-acre natural area adjacent to the Carleton College campus. It features prairies and woodlands with trails suitable for jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing. The arboretum is open to the public for outdoor recreation.
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, located a short distance from Northfield, is recognized for its remnant 'big woods' forest. The park is popular for its hiking opportunities and features hidden falls. It is also known for vibrant fall colors during autumn.

