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Essex Park Ski Trails
Rochester, MN
8K
Skating/Classic
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A mix of newly constructed trails and existing bike paths located at Essex Park in NW Rochester. The northern trails are mostly wooded with many nice hills while the southern trails run through newly planted prairie. Groomed for both skate and classic by volunteers of the Rochester Active Sport Club.
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2018-2019 season
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Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Afternoon
Firsthand: Classic 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
Just fair conditions due to marginal snow depth. Closer to rock ski than good ski conditions. Classic tracks are shallow but serviceable throughout. Protruding grass and dirt was pretty common with some drifting on the north trails. That said, the skiing was fast and controllable. A little frozen drizzle today incorporated into the snow enough to not be an issue. With a little more snow, this would be a sweet destination. As is, it's a swell option for desperate locals. Kudos to RASC groomers for doing as much as possible with little to work with.
(Mark Orlowski)
Sunday, January 20, 2019
Afternoon
Firsthand: Both 
[ Trails Open: All, B skis ]
All 8.5 km are groomed at Essex. Classic tracks are also set. There are a few dirty spots especially in the open areas and some uphills. B skis are recommended.
(Laura Cattaneo)