 Minnesota Northeast
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| Bigfork |
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Scenic State Park
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16.1k |
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218-743-3362 |
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Rated intermediate. Trail runs along a glacial ridge and through virgin pine forest. |
| Biwabik |
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Giants Ridge
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60k |
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1-800-688-7669 |
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A system intially developed for intensive training by the USSA Ski Team presents long, gradual grades, spectacular vistas and roller coaster rides and a variety of challenges for beginners through accomplished skiers. Trails weave through the Superior National Forest. |
| Brimson |
3
Mother Bear Ski Trail
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10km |
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This is a remote trail that is groomed by volunteers for classic skiing that goes thru jackpine forests, black spruce swamps and over glacial eskers. A skier will probably see more tracks of deer, wolves and moose that they will of other skiers. A snowshoe trail is also starts by the trailhead. Located two miles south of Hellman's Store on CR 44. |
| Carlton |
4
Jay Cooke State Park
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51K |
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218-384-4610 |
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Easy to difficult trails. The farther you get from the park office, the more difficult the trail. |
| Chisholm |
5
Sturgeon River Trails
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30k |
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218-229-8800 |
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Runs through forests above and along side the Sturgeon river. |
| Cloquet |
6
Pine Valley
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10km |
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218-879-4413 |
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Excellent trail with challenging terrain. It has difficult climbs as well as gradual rolling sections. Part of the system is lit from 4:30 to 9:30 all winter. Located adjacent to Cloquet area recreation center (hockey rink), south of Pine Tree Plaza. |
| Cohasset |
7
Blackwater Environmental Area
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3.5km |
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218-328-5711 |
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Blackwater Environmental Area was developed in 1999 by Minnesota Power and includes a warming shack and lighted trails groomed of skating and a single-track classic. Terrain is beginner-level and very gently rolling. |
| Coleraine |
8
Mount Itasca
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4.8k |
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218-245-2451 |
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Trail follows glacial moraines and ravines through forest; rated intermediate/expert. |
| Cromwell |
9
Fond du Lac State Forest
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20km |
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218-879-0880 |
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The trail is on rolling terrain meandering through a mixed hardwood and deciduous forest. This is an actively managed forest so the scenery may change from one season to another. Expect to see signs of moose, deer and timber wolves sometimes sharing the groomed trail. The difficulty level is predominantly easy to moderate with some expert level on the east end of the system. From I35 go west on Hwy 210 about 17 miles to CR 120. Go north and east 4 mi to trailhead. |
| Deer River |
10
Blueberry Hills
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15.8k |
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800-472-6366 |
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Rated intermediate/expert. |
| Duluth |
11
Bagley Nature Area
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2.7km |
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Bagley Nature Area is 55 acres of forest, pond, and open area at the northwest part of the UMD campus. Trails also referred to as Rock Pond trails by some skiers. |
| Duluth |
12
Boulder Lake Management Area Ski Trails
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21.0k |
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218-721-4903 |
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Located 18 miles north of Duluth, the groomed trails are in nice primitive outdoor setting. The trails feature the "Wolfski's Ski Den" warming shack, open daily sunrise to sunset. In addition to the 21 kilometers of classical skiing, there will also be 11 kilometers groomed for skate-skiing. Trails are groomed Fridays and Mondays, and/or as needed. No fee or Minnesota State Ski Pass is required. |
| Duluth |
13
Chester Bowl
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3K |
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218-730-4321 |
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Cross-country skiing at Chester Bowl offers 3k for the advanced skier and racer. The trail starts at the access and loops counter-clockwise. |
| Duluth |
14
Hartley Park
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5K |
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218-730-4321 |
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Trails vary from easy to advanced. |
| Duluth |
15
Korkki Nordic
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11k |
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218-525-7326 |
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Korkki Nordic Center is a secluded trail just east of Duluth, consisting of a single-track classical trail. Wicked hills, flats, downs...it has everything. Trails were designed for racing and are recommended for those with at least intermediate to advanced classical skiing skills. |
| Duluth |
16
Lester Park
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18k |
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218-730-4321 |
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The Lester-Amity trail offers 15K of varied terrain for beginner to experienced skiers through pine, aspen, and birch forests. An additional 3K circles the Lester Park Golf Course and is accessible from the main Lester-Amity Trail. The openness of the golf course offers an excellent place for beginning cross-country skiers, and several short cuts are available. There is also a 5K trail portion that is lit in the mornings and evenings. |
| Duluth |
17
Magney-Snively Trail
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14K |
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218-730-4321 |
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The Magney-Snively trail has 14k of trail for intermediate and advanced skiers. This trail offers skiing through a beautiful hardwood forest with large hills and trees. This terrain is rugged and therefore is not recommended for beginners. The trail loops clockwise. |
| Duluth |
18
Piedmont Trail
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5K |
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218-730-4321 |
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The Piedmont trail has 5k of trail for beginning and intermediate skiers. This double-tracked trail leads you through both aspen, birch, and hardwood forest. Handmade signs made by a skier in the Piedmont neighborhood and a beautiful overlook of the St. Louis River Valley are the unique features of this trail. |
| Duluth |
19
Snowflake Nordic Ski Center
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15.0k |
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218-726-1550 |
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Trails open: M-F 9 am to 8 pm; Sat/Sun 9am - 5pm. 5K lighted trails for night skiing. Trails groomed daily, as necessary. Classic and skating, Lessons available for individuals and groups. Warm chalet with showers, sauna, changing rooms, lounge area, snacks. |
| Duluth |
20
Spirit Mountain
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22k |
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218-730-4321 |
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Beautifully wooded cross-country ski trails, double tracked with skating lanes and groomed daily. |
| Ely |
21
Bear Head Lake State Park
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11k |
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218-365-7229 |
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| Ely |
22
Hidden Valley Ski Trails
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25k |
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218-365-6858 |
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Easy to advanced. These trails connect to the Silver Rapids Trails. 1K lighted loop. Chalet open on weekends from Christmas through mid-March. |
| Ely |
23
Silver Rapids Ski Trails
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8k |
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Rated beginner to intermediate. Trails have scenic overlooks of Farm Lake and connect to Hidden Valley Trails. |
| Ely |
24
Stuart River Ski Trails
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15k |
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These trails provide an excellent opportunity to see deer, moose and timberwolves. |
| Ely |
25
Trezona Ski Trails
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6.5k |
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Rated easy for beginner skiers. Trails are easily accessible in the town of Ely. |
| Grand Marais |
26
Bally Creek Trails
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25K |
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Primarily classical trails with an 8K segment off the FR 158 trailhead. Connects into Moose Trail and Cascade River State Park. |
| Grand Marais |
27
Banadad Trail
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35k |
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218-388-4487 |
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32 miles north of Grand Marais. Groomed single track backcountry trail in BWCA Wilderness that connects Central Gunflint Trails with Upper Gunflint Trails. Yurt to Yurt skiing available. |
| Grand Marais |
28
Central Gunflint Trail System
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77k |
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218-388-2292
218-388-2203 |
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27 miles north of Grand Marais. Well groomed trail system near Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Good mix of terrain for all levels of skiers. Grooming caters to classical skiers but skating available (~ 60K). 1.5-2K lighted sections at two trailside lodges (Bearskin and Golden Eagle). |
| Grand Marais |
29
George Washington Pines
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3.3K |
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218-626-4300 |
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A great beginner trail with two easy downhills. Known for its solitude and beauty. Large pines line the trail. |
| Grand Marais |
30
Pincushion Mountain Trail
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25.0k |
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218-387-1276 |
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Well designed trail 2 miles north of Grand Marais. Dependable classical and skating grooming by dedicated ski club. Gentle rolling beginner and intermediate terrain through birch, aspen and pine forest with expert options. Nice overlooks of North Shore far below. Separate snowshoe trail. Public warming building. 1.6 K lighted xc trail on each night. |
| Grand Marais |
31
Upper Gunflint Trail
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97k |
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218-388-2294
218-388-4454
218-388-2243 |
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45 miles north of Grand Marais. Large system near Canadian border and BWCA. Good mix of terrain with lots of overlooks. Many trails for classical with limited skating (~ 30K). A very good trailside restaurant! 3 trailside lodges (Gunflint Lodge, Gunflint Pines Resort, Hestons Resort). 4K of lighted trail. |
| Grand Rapids |
32
Amen Lake
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6.9k |
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218-327-2855 |
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Between Amen and Long Lakes; rated beginner/intermediate. |
| Grand Rapids |
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Big Ridge
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10.0k |
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218-327-2855 |
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Rated intermediate. Trail runs through rolling forest of hardwoods and evergreens. Expert loops have some steep hills. |
| Grand Rapids |
34
Cowhorn Lake
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7.6k |
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218-327-4151 |
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Rated intermediate. |
| Grand Rapids |
35
Forest History Center
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4.5k |
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218-327-4482 |
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Interpretive Center, ski through 1900's Logging Camp and virgin timber. Rated beginner. Maintained by Northern Lights Nordic Ski Club. |
| Grand Rapids |
36
Golden Anniversary River Road
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2.7k |
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218-327-4151 |
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Rated intermediate. |
| Grand Rapids |
37
Legion Trails
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3.5k |
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Rated beginner/intermediate. Located behind the Grand Rapids high school. Maintained by Northern Lights Nordic Ski Club. |
| Grand Rapids |
38
Quadna Mountain
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20.9k |
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218-697-8444 |
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Rated beginner/intermediate. |
| Grand Rapids |
39
Sugar Hills
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28.0k |
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800-472-6366 |
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Rated intermediate/expert. Trails wind through hardwood forest with abundant wildlife. Thunder Peak provides an overview of up to 30 miles. |
| Grand Rapids |
40
Suomi Hills
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34.3k |
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218-832-3161 |
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Trail runs through rolling hills and lakes, with maple, basswood, and aspen forest. Connections with Amen Lake Trail. Rated intermediate/expert. |
| Grand Rapids |
41
Trout Lake Recreation Area
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10.0k |
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218-832-3161 |
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Located in the Chippewa National Forest, semi-primitive. Contains Joyce Estate, a historic northwoods retreat with log and stone buildings of Adirondack architecture. Rated beginner/intermediate. |
| Grand Rapids |
42
U of M - North Central Exp. Station
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8k |
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218-327-4490 |
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Mostly level through forest; rated beginner-intermediate. Trail winds through forest, including old-growth red and white pine. |
| Grand Rapids |
43
Wabana Trails
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9.7k |
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218-327-2855 |
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Rated beginner/intermediate. |
| Hibbing |
44
Carey Lake
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20.0k |
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218-263-8851 |
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Trail in the woods also goes around lake. 10k of the trail has side by side classic and skate the other 10k is classic only. Views of the lake, lowlands, bogs and jack pine stands. Black Forest loop (3.8K) is lit. |
| Hoyt Lakes |
45
Bird Lake Trail
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18 km |
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218-229-8800 |
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Trail meanders through northwoods country with black spruce bogs and hills of aspen and birch. Most of the trail is for beginners and intermediate skiers. Two trailheads offer access. |
| Inger |
46
Simpson Creek
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20.0k |
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218-246-8701 |
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Rated beginner/intermediate, trails run along the north shore of Lake Winnibigoshish in the Cut Foot Sioux Recreation Area. |
| International Falls |
47
Manka Trail
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2km |
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Lighted trail through the woods behind elementary school in International Falls. |
| International Falls |
48
Tilson Creek Ski Trail
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16.0k |
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218-286-3334 |
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The ski trail crosses open and forested bog and passes through stands of aspen, spruce, balsam fir and eastern white cedar. The terrain varies from flat bog to rolling uplands and steep rock ridges. Whitetail deer use areas along the trail for winter yarding. Moose, timber wolves, and pine martens are occationally seen along the trail. Located in Koochiching State Forest. |
| Isabella |
49
Flathorn-Gegoka Trails
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33k |
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218-663-7280 |
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Mostly single tracked through the quiet tall pines, past peaceful lakes of Superior National Forest. |
| Lutsen |
50
Cascade River State Park
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27.5k |
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218-387-3053 |
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Trails for beginner to intermediate. |
| Lutsen |
51
Lutsen Mountains Nordic Trails
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27km |
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218-663-7281 |
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Ski trails are located around the downhill slopes and are accessible by gondola and chair lifts. Your Nordic Center ticket allows you to ride the lifts up the mountains and then gradually
descend groomed, tracked trails into the Poplar River valley through a mixed forest of aspen, birch, maples and evergreens. |
| Lutsen |
52
Lutsen/Spruce Creek
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32K |
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Includes the Massie, Hall, Isaks Flats, Meadows, and Golf Course loops of the North Shore ski trails with connections to Sugarbush and Cascade systems. |
| Lutsen |
53
Norpine (Deeryard/Lutsen)
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58k |
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218-387-1112 |
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Trails for beginner to advanced offering views of Lake Superior,
Cascade River and Deer Yard Lake. Ski through birch, pine and aspen with 28km of double tracked trails and 30km of skate/classic trails. Groomed with a Pisten Bully machine. A State Ski Pass is required to ski on our trails and is available at the office. |
| Orr |
54
Ash River State Forest
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20k |
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218-757-3489 |
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A hilly trail with challenging sections going through forest. |
| Outing |
55
Washburn Lake Solitude Area Trails
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21.3k |
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218-947-3338 |
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Located in the Land O'Lakes State Forest, the trails are rated novice to expert. |
| Side Lake |
56
McCarthy Beach State Park
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14.5k |
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218-254-7979 |
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Scenic trails wind through stands of large red and white pines. For longer ventures, head out on the Taconite Trail for access to hundreds of miles of additional trails. |
| Silver Bay |
57
Northwoods Ski Trail
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19km |
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218-226-4334 |
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Beautiful wooded single track classical trail, just outside of Silver Bay. Connecting trail to Tettegouche State Park. |
| Silver Bay |
58
Tettegouche State Park
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31.5k |
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218-226-6365 |
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All trails rated moderate to difficult. |
| Squaw Lake |
59
My Lake Home Trails
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10K |
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The My Lake Home B&B grooms single track trails within the Chippewa National Forest. The trails travel thru hardwood forest of red and white pines, winding around frozen wetlands of cedars where viewing the lake is magnificent. There are a few easy and short side hills where Aspen and Birch preside. The varied terrain makes skiing enjoyable for the beginner, intermediate and experienced skier. |
| Tofte |
60
Sugarbush Trail System
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75k |
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888-61-NORTH |
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A wide variety of trails are found in this extensive system, winding through varied forests and offering many spectacular views. Trailheads include Britton Peak and Moose Fence on the western side, with ski-throughs connecting these sections to the Onion River Rd/Oberg Mountain trails and trailhead on the eastern edge. |
| Togo |
61
Thistledew
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18.0k |
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218-262-6760 |
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Rated intermediate/expert. |
| Tower |
62
Howard Wagoner Trail
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10km |
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218-753-4070 |
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Most of the trail is marked easy, suitable for beginners. Gentle terrain in scenic red and white pine forest. |
| Two Harbors |
63
Gooseberry Falls State Park
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20k |
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218-834-3855 |
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Some easy trails but the majority of trails are suitable for moderate skill level. Trails also include .8 k of difficult trail. |
| Two Harbors |
64
Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
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13k |
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218-226-6377 |
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All trails rated intermediate. |
| Two Harbors |
65
Two Harbors Ski Trail
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10.5k |
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Mostly intermediate level trails but also some beginner and expert sections. Trail runs through scenic forest of paper birch, aspen, spruce, fir and cedar. 3K of the trail is lighted. |
| Virginia |
66
Big Aspen Recreation Area
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32K |
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218-229-8800 |
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Over 30k of trails, rated for beginners to intermediate skiers. A couple of nice shelters, plus a beautiful overlook. |
Classic only trails