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Bike Trail Report

Trails open. Dusting of snow on Saturday after most recent grooming Friday. Base is solid, deck might be a bit soft in a few areas where drifted otherwise nice riding.

Note: Fat bikes only please on the trail. No mountain bikes and e-bikes not allowed to preserve the integrity of the trail. Be sure to run pressure in the 6-8 psi range.

Grooming update:  Fresh snow and drifted areas groomed out late Friday afternoon on the entire 25km loop. More groomed singletrack trail added this week on the “Bootleg” loop.

The 25km”FatLagChilada” loop starts out on Skaters Waltz and follows the “Fat Bike” signs all the way to Bullhead Lake for Bootleg access or continue on for the inner segments and ultimately Twin Lakes. There are options to make different loops using the driveway based on riding ability. Any questions ask or text 218-849-7669.

Signs marking the route for the inner loops are in place and ultimately direct the course for the “FatLagChilada”. Twin lakes and SukkerWest singletrack can be accessed from the driveway. To access the start to access Bootleg, head to the start of Skaters Waltz to the right. We have groomed on the far right side of Suicide Hill for uphill travel. Access to Bootleg has been groomed on the lake. Use trails at own risk and assume all responsibility. Skaters Waltz is open for fat biking when conditions are firm. SukkerWest is recommended trail for beginner riders. Trail difficulty on outer loops is intermediate to advanced.

Deep snow on Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Drop on Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Bullhead lake crossing, March 10th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Twin Lakes fat bike trail, March 9th, 2022.
Deep snow remains, Twin Lakes singletrack March 9th, 2022.
Grooming new trail segment on Bootleg singletrack loop, March 7th, 2022.
Incredible snow depth in this section on Bootleg March 7th, 2022.
Grooming across Bullhead lake, March 7th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 7th, 2022.
Working deep snow on new Bootleg segment. March 7th, 2022.

Ski Trail Report


Trails Open
Very nice late season ski conditions! More new snow with an inch or so falling on Saturday afternoon on top of the morning groom. Tons of snow in the woods and a deep base on the ski trails remains. Temps look favorable for continued nice late season skiing into Monday. Even with cooler temps, conditions can change with bright sun on south facing hills. Use a little extra caution skiing the end of season or “spring skiing”.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Grooming Report Grooming Saturday morning on Roy’s Run and Wavy Gravy with new track set. Skate trails Skaters Waltz, the extension and the skate lane on North Loup groomed Saturday morning as well. (track set on side of North Loup as well) All inner classic trails and Twin Lakes groomed Friday.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the slow transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Fat Bike trails open. Click here for report

Trails are open for day use. Day and season passes can be purchased here. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.Please respect this policy so Maplelag can operate as safe as possible and remain open. There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Groomed classic skiing on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Mother Hen, JibFly, Rootin Tootin, Twin Lakes, Mother North Star, Wavy Gravy, North Loup and Roy’s Run. Please no skating on the classic trails. Lucky’s Loype is adventure skiing (no grooming).

Skaters Waltz, the extension loops, Suicide Hill, Single Green and Kristin’s Kutoff designated trails groomed for skating. North Loup classic only at the time being but will be groomed for skating again for March skiing.

All trails are one way except Sukkerbusk and Skaters Waltz. Skiing correct direction, especially in early season, helps us maintain the integrity of the base. Thank you!

Trails are open for day skiing for non lodging guests. Lodge is closed to day use.

Day and season passes can be purchased here.

Snowshoe trails are open and packed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 1″

Snowfall past 7 days: 1″ Snowfall to date: 92″

Compacted base on trail: 12-32″ Snow depth in woods: 18-49″

NO services in the lodge at this time or ski rental available for day skiing. Parking in far lot near porta bathrooms and recycling bins.

New track cut on Sukkerbusk, March 11th, 2022. Other side filled in some areas.
Dusting of snow on Skaters Waltz, March 11th, 2022.
North Loup, March 11th, 2022. North Loup set to be groomed Saturday morning.
Skaters Waltz connector from soccer field, March 11th, 2022.
Late season Sun Dog over Roy’s field, March 11th, 2022.
Cutting new track on JibFly, March 10th, 2022.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes, January 10th, 2022.
Skate lanes combed today, March 10th, 2022.
Loon Return!! March 10th, 2022.
Setting sun over Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.
Eagle View downhill on Twin Lakes trail, March 10th, 2022.
Deep snow at “Mac’s Mess” March 10th, 2022.
Connector trail Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.

Ski Trail Report


Trails Open
Very nice late season ski conditions! More new snow with an inch or so falling on Saturday afternoon. Tons of snow in the woods and a deep base on the ski trails remains. Great day of skiing with gradually warming weather. Trails grooming up nicely after dusting of snow Thursday night/Friday morning. Temps look favorable for continued nice late season skiing into Monday. Even with cooler temps, conditions can change with bright sun on south facing hills. Use a little extra caution skiing the end of season or “spring skiing”.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Grooming Report Grooming this morning on Roy’s Run and Wavy Gravy with new track set, skate trails Skaters Waltz, the extension and the skate lane on North Loup. (track set on side of North Loup as well) All inner classic trails and Twin Lakes groomed Friday.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the slow transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Fat Bike trails open. Click here for report

Trails are open for day use. Day and season passes can be purchased here. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.Please respect this policy so Maplelag can operate as safe as possible and remain open. There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Groomed classic skiing on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Mother Hen, JibFly, Rootin Tootin, Twin Lakes, Mother North Star, Wavy Gravy, North Loup and Roy’s Run. Please no skating on the classic trails. Lucky’s Loype is adventure skiing (no grooming).

Skaters Waltz, the extension loops, Suicide Hill, Single Green and Kristin’s Kutoff designated trails groomed for skating. North Loup classic only at the time being but will be groomed for skating again for March skiing.

All trails are one way except Sukkerbusk and Skaters Waltz. Skiing correct direction, especially in early season, helps us maintain the integrity of the base. Thank you!

Trails are open for day skiing for non lodging guests. Lodge is closed to day use.

Day and season passes can be purchased here.

Snowshoe trails are open and packed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 1″

Snowfall past 7 days: 1″ Snowfall to date: 92″

Compacted base on trail: 12-32″ Snow depth in woods: 18-49″

NO services in the lodge at this time or ski rental available for day skiing. Parking in far lot near porta bathrooms and recycling bins.

New track cut on Sukkerbusk, March 11th, 2022. Other side filled in some areas.
Dusting of snow on Skaters Waltz, March 11th, 2022.
North Loup, March 11th, 2022. North Loup set to be groomed Saturday morning.
Skaters Waltz connector from soccer field, March 11th, 2022.
Late season Sun Dog over Roy’s field, March 11th, 2022.
Cutting new track on JibFly, March 10th, 2022.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes, January 10th, 2022.
Skate lanes combed today, March 10th, 2022.
Loon Return!! March 10th, 2022.
Setting sun over Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.
Eagle View downhill on Twin Lakes trail, March 10th, 2022.
Deep snow at “Mac’s Mess” March 10th, 2022.
Connector trail Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.

Fat Bike Trail Report

Trails open. A great weekend of riding on tap! Base is solid, deck might be a bit soft in a few areas where drifted otherwise very nice riding.

Note: Fat bikes only please on the trail. No mountain bikes and e-bikes not allowed to preserve the integrity of the trail. Be sure to run pressure in the 6-8 psi range.

Grooming update:  Fresh snow and drifted areas groomed out late Friday afternoon on the entire 25km loop. More groomed singletrack trail added this week on the “Bootleg” loop.

The 25km”FatLagChilada” loop starts out on Skaters Waltz and follows the “Fat Bike” signs all the way to Bullhead Lake for Bootleg access or continue on for the inner segments and ultimately Twin Lakes. There are options to make different loops using the driveway based on riding ability. Any questions ask or text 218-849-7669.

Signs marking the route for the inner loops are in place and ultimately direct the course for the “FatLagChilada”. Twin lakes and SukkerWest singletrack can be accessed from the driveway. To access the start to access Bootleg, head to the start of Skaters Waltz to the right. We have groomed on the far right side of Suicide Hill for uphill travel. Access to Bootleg has been groomed on the lake. Use trails at own risk and assume all responsibility. Skaters Waltz is open for fat biking when conditions are firm. SukkerWest is recommended trail for beginner riders. Trail difficulty on outer loops is intermediate to advanced.

Deep snow on Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Drop on Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Bullhead lake crossing, March 10th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 10th, 2022.
Twin Lakes fat bike trail, March 9th, 2022.
Deep snow remains, Twin Lakes singletrack March 9th, 2022.
Grooming new trail segment on Bootleg singletrack loop, March 7th, 2022.
Incredible snow depth in this section on Bootleg March 7th, 2022.
Grooming across Bullhead lake, March 7th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 7th, 2022.
Working deep snow on new Bootleg segment. March 7th, 2022.

Ski Trail Report


Trails Open
Cooler day on tap with a stronger wind making it feel more like January after cold front moved through last night dropping around an inch of fine grained snow. Areas of small drifts in the open area and spots tracks drifted in otherwise very good skiing despite slower conditions today. Temps look favorable for continued nice late season skiing into Monday. Even with cooler temps, conditions can change and use a little extra caution skiing the end of season or “spring skiing”.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Grooming Report Grooming today on most of the inner classic trails and Twin Lakes. Skate trails will be groomed Saturday morning and more classic. The decks are solid and firm! Grooming Thursday on all skate trails, and new track set on Twin Lakes, Wavy Gravy and JibFly. New track cut Wednesday on Rootin Tootin, North Loup, Sukkerbusk and Sap Run.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the slow transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Fat Bike trails open. Click here for report

Trails are open for day use. Day and season passes can be purchased here. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.Please respect this policy so Maplelag can operate as safe as possible and remain open. There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Groomed classic skiing on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Mother Hen, JibFly, Rootin Tootin, Twin Lakes, Mother North Star, Wavy Gravy, North Loup and Roy’s Run. Please no skating on the classic trails. Lucky’s Loype is adventure skiing (no grooming).

Skaters Waltz, the extension loops, Suicide Hill, Single Green and Kristin’s Kutoff designated trails groomed for skating. North Loup classic only at the time being but will be groomed for skating again for March skiing.

All trails are one way except Sukkerbusk and Skaters Waltz. Skiing correct direction, especially in early season, helps us maintain the integrity of the base. Thank you!

Trails are open for day skiing for non lodging guests. Lodge is closed to day use.

Day and season passes can be purchased here.

Snowshoe trails are open and packed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 1″

Snowfall past 7 days: 1″ Snowfall to date: 92″

Compacted base on trail: 12-32″ Snow depth in woods: 18-49″

NO services in the lodge at this time or ski rental available for day skiing. Parking in far lot near porta bathrooms and recycling bins.

Cutting new track on JibFly, March 10th, 2022.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes, January 10th, 2022.
Skate lanes combed today, March 10th, 2022.
Loon Return!! March 10th, 2022.
Setting sun over Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.
Eagle View downhill on Twin Lakes trail, March 10th, 2022.
Deep snow at “Mac’s Mess” March 10th, 2022.
Connector trail Twin Lakes, March 10th, 2022.