Check out these 5 Minnesota hikes this winter

Looking to take a hike in the snow? We asked readers to submit their favorite winter hikes within a few hours of the Twin Cities.

• Here's what they said:

Jay Cooke State Park in Carlton — Delton

• What we recommend: Ogantz Trail. Good for hiking, downhill skiing, snowshoeing and St. Louis River views.

Wood-Rill Scientific and Natural Area in Wayzata — Kevin G.

• What we recommend: Wood-Rill Loop. Good for hiking, snowshoeing and spotting wildlife.

Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove — Kristi M.

• What we recommend: Elm Creek Singletrack Trail. Good for snowshoeing and fat tire biking for all skill levels.

Wild River State Park in Center City — Natalie R.

• What we recommend: Summit Rock, River Bluff and Echo Canyon Loop. Good for hiking, snowshoeing and St. Croix River views.

Afton State Park in Hastings — Cole M.

• What we recommend: Trout Brook Loop. Good for hiking, snowshoeing and spotting wildlife (and trout!).

What they're saying: Minnesotans never quit. Roughly 16% of respondents to our informal Instagram survey said there's no such thing as "too cold to hike" — even if it's below 0 degrees.

• Yes, but: An equal percentage said they wouldn't hike if it's below 40 degrees.