Fat Tire Bike through Swaner Preserve

Itinerary tips

• 1Book your rental at Jans or White Pine Touring well in advance, as fat tire bikes often sell out during peak ski weekends.
• 2Allocate roughly 2 to 3 hours for the preserve loops to account for the slower pace of pedaling through snow and mud.
• 3Park at the Swaner EcoCenter or the nearby Newpark Town Center where public parking is free and trail access is immediate.
• 4Wear waterproof winter boots and moisture-wicking layers, as traditional cycling shoes will get wet and cold on these soft trails.
• 5Carry a small backpack with water and a map of the preserve, as cell service can be spotty near the wetland basins.
• 6Check the local grooming report before heading out to ensure the snow is packed enough for tires to gain traction.