What ages are the kid-sized snowshoes for?

Sizes vary by inventory; staff fit children on-site and can advise appropriate sizes—parent supervision is recommended for younger kids.

How long can I rent equipment?

Rentals range from a half-day to multi-day options; check availability and book times through the provided referral link.

Do I need prior experience?

No—this rental is beginner-friendly. Staff provide basic setup and route suggestions for novice snowshoers.

What if the weather turns poor?

Trail access depends on conditions; contact the shop for current trail reports and inventory status before heading out.

Are helmets or special safety gear provided?

Standard snowshoe and ski rentals usually do not include helmets; bring any personal protective gear you prefer and check with staff for recommendations.

Can I keep kids’ rentals overnight?

Multi-day rentals are possible when available—confirm pickup/drop-off times and any overnight policies with Red Raven Bike Café.

Family Snowshoe Rentals at Red Raven Bike Café — Crosby & Cuyuna Lakes Winter Adventures

Snow Shoe - Kids rentals from Red Raven Bike Café put family-friendly winter gear in your hands for exploring Crosby and the Cuyuna Lakes region. The town of Crosby, Minnesota, sits on the edge of the Cuyuna Lakes mining district, and winter here reshapes old iron pits into glassy frozen lakes framed by wind-sculpted trails through jack pine and birch. Rent snowshoes and skis sized for children and adults, get fitted by staff, and head into a landscape defined by steep ridgelines, clear-water mine pits, and odd rocky outcrops left by mining—features that make the local trail network unusual and memorable.

Trails around Cuyuna move quickly from flat lakeside loops to pulse-raising climbs on mineral-rich ridges. Snowshoeing unveils details you miss from the car: animal tracks frozen into the drift, the bright red of winterberry, and cliffy exposures with iron-stained bedrock. The kid-focused rental option at Red Raven Bike Café removes the barrier of owning gear—perfect for families who want a low-commitment introduction to winter recreation, as well as for locals supplementing their kit for a day. Staff provide sizing, basic setup, and trail recommendations; the downtown location makes it easy to warm up with coffee and food afterward.

Practical touches matter here: check-in usually requires arriving 15–30 minutes early for fitting and waivers, equipment must be returned on schedule, and inventory is subject to seasonal shifts. Rentals support self-guided adventures, so ask staff for current trail conditions and route options—some loops are groomed, others are ungroomed singletrack that rewards careful footing. Safety-wise, dress in layers, watch for ice near mine pit edges, and supervise children near steep shorelines.

Red Raven Bike Café’s presence in Crosby connects winter visitors to an active local outdoor culture; the business bridges summer mountain biking and winter trail use by providing reliable gear and local intel. That crossover is what makes this rental stand-out: it’s run by people who know the trails year-round and can point families toward kid-friendly loops or more adventurous climbs. Whether you’re testing snowshoeing for the first time or fitting kids for a multi-day rental, this option delivers a practical, friendly gateway to winter in Cuyuna—where mining scars have become some of Minnesota’s most dramatic icy playgrounds.

Before you go, consider layering with moisture-wicking fabrics and bringing short nylon gaiters to keep powder out of boots; poles with snow baskets help novice kids find balance on steeper sections. The rental program is especially useful during holiday weekends when trail parking fills; arriving early also gives kids energy to enjoy a longer loop. After a crisp outing, return to the café for hot chocolate and local pastry—the ritual of warming up together turns a rental into a memorable family winter day.

Family Snowshoe Rentals at Red Raven Bike Café — Crosby & Cuyuna Lakes Winter Adventures

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