Where is a good place for cross country skiing in the metro area?

Baker Park Reserve (Independence), French Park (Plymouth) and Elm Creek (Maple Grove) are all fantastic. French has lit paths so evening ski's are doable! Check them all out at online at Three Rivers Park District.

The following trails are groomed for both skate and classic skiing:

Graystone: 17km 320-252-1177 Easy to intermediate, near the St. Cloud penitentiary, a mile from the Mississippi. A Minnesota Ski Pass - available on line, or at any state or county sponsored facility that sells fishing licenses - is required.

Riverside Park: 15km 320-255-7216 Flat to rolling hills right in downtown St. Cloud, just above the Mississippi River, 1 to 1.5K of man-made snow trail

Quarry Park: 6.2km 320-255-6172 Easy to intermediate with a skating loop and classic loops, ski past granite quarries & rock piles. A parking permit, available at the park, is required.