The snow is gone (for real this time), the spring blooms are popping, and Green Bay is ready to get back in the saddle! May is National Bike Month, and we’re celebrating with a Green Bay cycling round-up of trails to explore, skills courses to challenge you, and local spots to get your gear and meet up with other cyclists.
Pump up those tires and let’s hit the road!
Gear Up: Local Bike Shops
Before you head out, get a tune-up or a shiny new ride from these Green Bay area bike shops.
The Bike Hub
1025 N Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115
Broken Spoke
Location 1: 1580 Lineville Rd, Suamico, WI 54313
Location 2: 2200 Dickinson Rd, Unit 21, De Pere, WI 54115
JB Cycle
2500 Glendale Ave, Green Bay, WI 54313
Pete’s Garage
142 N Broadway, Green Bay, WI 54303
Stadium Bike
East Side: 2633 Development Dr, Bellevue, WI 54311
West Side: 2150 W Mason St, Green Bay, WI 54303
Suamico Bike Company
1790 Riverside Dr, Suamico, WI 54173
Explore the Trails
Baird Creek Greenway
With eight trails ranging from family-friendly beginner paths to more advanced mountain biking routes where you can see what your quads are really made of, the Baird Creek Greenway is a choose-your-own-adventure of cycling fun.
Mountain-Bay State Recreational Trail
The Mountain-Bay State Recreational Trail stretches an impressive 80+ miles across the state, connecting Green Bay to central Wisconsin. It’s a great option for cyclists who like long rides and scenic stretches.
He-Nis-Ra Trail
If you love mountain biking or fat tire biking, He-Nis-Ra Trail is a must. This hilly, wooded park offers an exciting ride that beckons cyclists all year round, including a groomed winter fat bike trail.
Devil’s River State Trail
Starting in Denmark, the Devil’s River State Trail offers a scenic ride through farmland, wetlands, and small communities. Enjoy an afternoon ride with stops for picturesque photo ops along the way.
Ledgeview Loops
Built around the natural limestone ridge, these four looped routes offer a great mix of rolling terrain and beautiful views. Visit the bike loops website to learn more about the trails (and their cheeky names—The Money Maker, The Rollercoaster, The Dairy Aire, and The Ledgview Park).
(📸: sam.dejardin)
Build Your Skills
Need a bigger hit of adrenaline than a trail ride can provide? Green Bay has plenty of ways to get some air and practice your action cycling skills.
Green Bay Action Sports Organization
The Green Bay Action Sports Organization (GBASO) is a go-to spot for action sports enthusiasts. Their indoor park isn’t just for skateboarders—BMX cyclists are welcome too. Sunday bike nights are a great chance to ride, learn new tricks, and connect with the local BMX community.
Tucked within the greenway, the Baird Creek Biking Skills Park is designed for mountain bikers looking to develop their skills so they can take on more technical trails.
The Green Bay Bicycle Collective is a volunteer-run, nonprofit bike shop with a mission to make cycling accessible to everyone. Their downtown space is filled with refurbished bikes, spare parts, and friendly mechanics. They also host group rides, community events, bike swaps, and more throughout the year. Learn more here.
Fat Tire Tour of Green Bay
If you like your bike rides with a little mystery (and a few beers), check out the Fat Tire Tour of Green Bay. This annual ride is a party on wheels with a mystery route revealed the morning of. Learn more here.
More Ways to Ride
Keep an eye out for group rides and events hosted by local favorites like Broken Spoke, Pete’s Garage, Stadium Bike, and Odyssey Climbing + Fitness. Riding with a group is a great way to meet people, discover new routes, and put on those miles!
