Chena Lakes Recreation Area is a popular place in summer, but did you know it has some awesome winter multi-use trails? Last time we rode here in November the winter trails weren't all in, but the group still found some places to ride. This time the winter trails are in, so let the exploring begin!
When: Sunday, January 19, at 11am
Where: Meet at Chena Lake Boat Launch. Look for bikes in the parking lot.
Google Maps link
Estimated tour time: About 2-3 hours.
Tour Description: This will be an exploration of the multi-use winter trails in the rec area. The trails are mostly flat, so this is a great place for beginners.
Map of the trails.
The ride is free, but you'll need to be a member of the Fairbanks Cycle Club. Temporary memberships are available.
Minimum skill level: Beginner
Temperature cut-off: The ride will be canceled if it's 20F below or colder at 9 a.m. according this weather station (scroll down to “latest observation”).
Dogs: No dogs please
Leaders: Glenn Gambrell (gambrellgj [at] gmail.com)
FATBIKE RENTALS
If you don't own your own fatbike, but want to try it out, there are a few places around town that rent fatbikes that we know about. (Not all are open on Sundays, so plan ahead.)
COLD WEATHER RIDING
We've got cold weather riding tips HERE.