Feels like Fall with cooler weather in place and a northwest flow. Total rainfall this week just over 2″ with most of the rain earlier part of the week. Combined with warm and muggy weather, the woods have exploded to a lush green. The grass on the ski trails is growing fast and mowing has begun on select trails.
Good seeing folks out on the trails this spring. Trails are open to the public for day use.
Most trail work has been focused on the mountain bike trail but we also continue cleaning up deadfall from last summer’s storm, using the blocks to split for firewood.
The ponds and sloughs active with waterfowl and loons have been numerous on Little Sugarbush. Ice went off on April 19th.
Thank you to everyone that comes to Maplelag and supports the trails. A MN State trail pass is not required to use the trails at Maplelag. The Maplelag trails are self funded by operations with no grants or state funding.
Mowing on Twin Lakes trail, June 12th, 2026.Mowing on Eira Bikwaadina hill, June 12th, 2026.Connector to the western trail, June 12th, 2026.Trail side scene along Twin Lakes trail connector, June 2nd, 2026.Columbine flowers blooming this week, May 29th, 2026.Sunset on Little Sugarbush, May 28th, 2026.Beautiful summer like conditions in the woods. Trees have filled out providing nice shade in the forest. May 25th, 2026.First yellow slippers emerging from the forest floor, May 24th, 2026.Spring riding at its finest, May 23rd, 2026.Leaves filling out around the new sauna, May 19th, 2026.Calm water on the pond, May 15th, 2026.Marsh margigolds emerging this week, May 15th, 2026.Poplar leaves “popping” this week, May 15th, 2026.Mother’s Day hike on Sap Run, May 10th, 2026.Loons on Little Sugarbush, May 3rd, 2026. One of the best times of the year for loon activity.Skaters Waltz ski trail, April 28th, 2026.Load of ash blocks to be split for firewood, April 28th, 2026. We continue to clean up deadfall from last summers Solstice storm. Ice free Little Sugarbush lake, April 21st. Ice went off on April 19th.Thousands of early wildflowers popping up along the trail, April 21st, 2026, in particular hepatica flowers. Trail side scene, April 21st, 2026.
All 25 miles of mountain bike trails are open. Cooler and drier weather in place and nice riding conditions. No rain since earlier in the week. Mostly tacky riding surface. It was a wet start to the week but the trail needed the moisture and rolling very well with all the recent moisture. Friday evening we mowed the ski trail portion of the bike course.
Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers. A few areas slightly overgrown, we will be begin brushing out sections of the course in a week or so. Use a little extra caution on the downhills.
Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.
For first time riders to Maplelag, a good beginner loop is the Citizen loop and Sukkerwest at the end of the driveway. A intermediate to advance loop is the Sport Comp Expert loop. The entire 25 LagChilada loop is open and all the LagChilada signs are out.Click here for more about the challenge!
Day trail passes can be purchased here. and Season passes now available. Thanks for the support of the Maplelag trails and maintenance. Riders 18 and under no charge. (Maplelag is privately family owned and operated resort with no outside funding. We are happy share the dirt and appreciate the support!)
Mowing on Twin Lakes portion of bike course, June 12th, 2026.Mowing on the big “Eira” hill, June 12th, 2026.Mowing on Hudson Hula segment, June 12th, 2026.Beautiful evening ride, June 10th, 2026.Rolling on the ski trail, June 8th, 2026.The heavy rain on Sunday night was helpful to clear parts of the singletrack! June 8th, 2026.Start of “Feeling Lucky”, June 8th, 2026.Thursday June 4th riding on “Bjorp’s” singletrack.Doubletrack on the course, June 4th, 2026.Punchy climb on “Moorhead” singletrack, June 4th, 2026.Ready to ride! June 2nd, 2026.Twin Lakes singletrack, June 1st, 2026.Deep woods singletrack! June 1st, 2026.Early evening scene along Twin Lakes trail, June 1st, 2026.Saturday on the singletrack, May 30th, 2026.Ski trail action, May 30th, 2026.Columbine flowers blooming along the trail, May 30th, 2026.Hackensack family ready for a day of LagChilada, May 25th, 2026.Beautiful summer like conditions in the woods. Trees have filled out providing nice shade in the forest.
All 25 miles of mountain bike trails are open. Cooler and drier weather in place and nice riding conditions. No rain the past 38 hours. Mostly tacky riding surface. It was a wet start to the week but the trail needed the moisture and rolling very well with all the recent moisture. Might be some scattered damp/soft spots. Just Ride.
Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers. A few areas slightly overgrown, we will be begin brushing out sections of the course in a week or so. Use a little extra caution on the downhills.
Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.
For first time riders to Maplelag, a good beginner loop is the Citizen loop and Sukkerwest at the end of the driveway. A intermediate to advance loop is the Sport Comp Expert loop. The entire 25 LagChilada loop is open and all the LagChilada signs are out.Click here for more about the challenge!
Day trail passes can be purchased here. and Season passes now available. Thanks for the support of the Maplelag trails and maintenance. Riders 18 and under no charge. (Maplelag is privately family owned and operated resort with no outside funding. We are happy share the dirt and appreciate the support!)
Beautiful evening ride, June 10th, 2026.Rolling on the ski trail, June 8th, 2026.The heavy rain on Sunday night was helpful to clear parts of the singletrack! June 8th, 2026.Start of “Feeling Lucky”, June 8th, 2026.Thursday June 4th riding on “Bjorp’s” singletrack.Doubletrack on the course, June 4th, 2026.Punchy climb on “Moorhead” singletrack, June 4th, 2026.Ready to ride! June 2nd, 2026.Twin Lakes singletrack, June 1st, 2026.Deep woods singletrack! June 1st, 2026.Early evening scene along Twin Lakes trail, June 1st, 2026.Saturday on the singletrack, May 30th, 2026.Ski trail action, May 30th, 2026.Columbine flowers blooming along the trail, May 30th, 2026.Hackensack family ready for a day of LagChilada, May 25th, 2026.Beautiful summer like conditions in the woods. Trees have filled out providing nice shade in the forest.
All 25 miles of mountain bike trails are open. Cooler and drier weather in place and nice riding conditions. Mostly tacky riding surface. It’s been an off and on wet week but the trail needed the moisture and rolling very well with all the recent moisture. Might be some scattered damp/soft spots. Just Ride.
Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers. A few areas slightly overgrown, we will be begin brushing out sections of the course in a week or so. Use a little extra caution on the downhills.
Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.
For first time riders to Maplelag, a good beginner loop is the Citizen loop and Sukkerwest at the end of the driveway. A intermediate to advance loop is the Sport Comp Expert loop. The entire 25 LagChilada loop is open and all the LagChilada signs are out.Click here for more about the challenge!
Day trail passes can be purchased here. and Season passes now available. Thanks for the support of the Maplelag trails and maintenance. Riders 18 and under no charge. (Maplelag is privately family owned and operated resort with no outside funding. We are happy share the dirt and appreciate the support!)
Beautiful evening ride, June 10th, 2026.Rolling on the ski trail, June 8th, 2026.The heavy rain on Sunday night was helpful to clear parts of the singletrack! June 8th, 2026.Start of “Feeling Lucky”, June 8th, 2026.Thursday June 4th riding on “Bjorp’s” singletrack.Doubletrack on the course, June 4th, 2026.Punchy climb on “Moorhead” singletrack, June 4th, 2026.Ready to ride! June 2nd, 2026.Twin Lakes singletrack, June 1st, 2026.Deep woods singletrack! June 1st, 2026.Early evening scene along Twin Lakes trail, June 1st, 2026.Saturday on the singletrack, May 30th, 2026.Ski trail action, May 30th, 2026.Columbine flowers blooming along the trail, May 30th, 2026.Hackensack family ready for a day of LagChilada, May 25th, 2026.Beautiful summer like conditions in the woods. Trees have filled out providing nice shade in the forest.
All 25 miles of mountain bike trails are open. Wet/damp conditions after another rain event last night. Watch the corners and low spots for greasy areas, ride those areas wide or upside. Riding should be drier in the afternoon but eyes on the sky for more rain later afternoon. Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers. A few areas slightly overgrown, we will be begin brushing out sections of the course in a week or so. Use a little extra caution on the downhills.
Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.
For first time riders to Maplelag, a good beginner loop is the Citizen loop and Sukkerwest at the end of the driveway. A intermediate to advance loop is the Sport Comp Expert loop. The entire 25 LagChilada loop is open and all the LagChilada signs are out.Click here for more about the challenge!
Day trail passes can be purchased here. and Season passes now available. Thanks for the support of the Maplelag trails and maintenance. Riders 18 and under no charge. (Maplelag is privately family owned and operated resort with no outside funding. We are happy share the dirt and appreciate the support!)
Rolling on the ski trail, June 8th, 2026.The heavy rain on Sunday night was helpful to clear parts of the singletrack! June 8th, 2026.Start of “Feeling Lucky”, June 8th, 2026.Thursday June 4th riding on “Bjorp’s” singletrack.Doubletrack on the course, June 4th, 2026.Punchy climb on “Moorhead” singletrack, June 4th, 2026.Ready to ride! June 2nd, 2026.Twin Lakes singletrack, June 1st, 2026.Deep woods singletrack! June 1st, 2026.Early evening scene along Twin Lakes trail, June 1st, 2026.Saturday on the singletrack, May 30th, 2026.Ski trail action, May 30th, 2026.Columbine flowers blooming along the trail, May 30th, 2026.Hackensack family ready for a day of LagChilada, May 25th, 2026.Beautiful summer like conditions in the woods. Trees have filled out providing nice shade in the forest.
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