Alex from Lincoln on 10/20/2025 8:37:49 AM:
Hello!
Unfortunately, a bike rental option like that doesn't exist in Valentine. This area is very rural and the only bike shop "nearby" is in Norfolk but they don't rent bikes. Tony with North Fork outfitting in Norfolk does rent bikes, I'd say they are more suited for a day trip on the trail vs a multi-day tour but it could probably be done. He also offers shuttle service. UNL outdoor adventures in Lincoln rents good touring bikes as another option. If you're handy, people have shipped their bike to Valentine, built it, ride the trail, and then ship it back home in Norfolk. It is somewhat a challenging trail to plan for logistically because it is so rural, but that's the beauty of it too!
My favorite times to ride it are late April/May where you get to experience spring wildflowers, farmers planting, and young calves trotting around, and cooler weather 60s - low 80s. In late September/early October harvest will be happening so lots of agriculture in action (combines, tractors, swathers) in the adjacent fields. Weather is always unpredictable year round, keep an eye on the forecast for thunderstorms, heat waves, crazy wind, frigid temps, tornadoes, etc.
Hope you come out and ride the trail!