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Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Dry surface conditions. A little bit of mist today keeping the morning cooler but not altering the surface. Cooler air past few days has made nice riding with less bugs. Air quality is good. Keep the wheels moving!! 

The past two weeks we have been clearing out overgrown areas and blowing out trail and also a little bit of dirt work. Conditions, in particular the Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop some of the best of the year! Most recent trail work on SukkerWest and portions of North Loup Gnar. 

Lots of wildlife sightings recently. Many does and fawns moving through the forest Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers.  

Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.

Maplelag trails can be described as as “old school” or classic style mountain biking.

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!)

 Click here for Maplelag trail map. Also reference Strava or Trailforks

Maplelag Cycling Community on Strava

Lakeside singltrack, July 22nd, 2026.
“Bente’s Bump” singletrack, July 22nd, 2026.
Mowing on bottom of “Eira Bikwadinaa” hill, part of all bike courses. July 21st, 2026.
Jenna and Justin Rinehart after completing the LagChilada challenge, July 20th, 2026.
Smiles on the singletrack! July 20th, 2026.
Riding up Eira Bikwadinaa hill, July 20th, 2026.
Rolling through on Bullhead Bootleg loop, July 19th, 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg singletrack, July 16th, 2026.
Twin Lakes crossing, July 16th, 2026. Appreciating the cleaner air! 
Hudson’s Hula segment on Twin Lakes loop dry and rolling great, July 15th, 2026.
Lakside on original Twin Lakes singletrack, July 15th, 2026. Few more overgrown areas.
Hudson’s Hula! July 14th, 2026.
Clearing tree and mowing ski trail segment, July 12th, 2026.
Take a dip in Little Sugarbush lake post ride!
Ski Trail

Ski Trail Report

It’s been a great week to be on the trails with cooler temperatures and dry conditions. We have been mowing on select ski trails and tuning on the mountain bike trail where needed. Dry weather remains in place after a wet start to the month with just under 3″ of rain early July. Since June 1st we have received 7″ of rain which is close to normal.

Different wildflowers popping up along the trail and sloughs each week and lot of wildlife sightings this month. The woods have exploded to a lush green and have filled out nicely with many colorful mushrooms.  Right around 5″ of rain the month of June. 

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 Bullhead Lake trail and “Eira Bikwadinaa” hill, July 21st, 2026.
Mowing on JibFly trail, July 22nd, 2026.
Beachfront at Maplelag, July 17th, 2026. Appreciating the clear skies and air! (Beach and docks are available for guests and membership holders). 
Cutting and clearing trees on north trails, July 17th, 2026.
Brushing out trail north, July 17th, 2026.
Deep woods singletrack at Maplelag, July 12th, 2026. Thick canopy provided protection from the sun! Wood flies are out though…
Clearing new deadfall on Eira Bikwadinaa hill, July 11th, 2026.
Bullhead Lake, July 11th, 2026.
Oyster mushroom growing from stump along trail, July 11th, 2026.
Colorful clouds after storm passing July 6th, 2026.
Lake scene on Little Sugarbush, July 6th, 2026.
Thick and lush around the new sauna, July 5th, 2026.
July mowing, July 3rd, 2026.
Deer in the forest along Mother North Star trail, July 4th, 2026.
“Chicken of the Woods” mushrooms emerging this past week, June 28th, 2026.
Calm waters on Little Sugarbush lake next to Maplelag, June 22nd, 2026.
Mowing on Sukkerbusk ski trail, June 17th, 2026.
Puff ball mushroom along the side of the trails, June 24th, 2026.
Wild mushrooms popping up almost daily, June 17th, 2026.
Snapper turtle on the move, June 17th, 2026.
Wild iris flower along the trail near a slough, blooming this week. 
Mowing on Twin Lakes trail, June 12th, 2026.
Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Dry surface conditions. Cooler air past few days has made nice riding with less bugs. Air quality is good. Keep the wheels moving!! 

The past two weeks we have been clearing out overgrown areas and blowing out trail and also a little bit of dirt work. Conditions, in particular the Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop some of the best of the year! Most recent trail work on SukkerWest and portions of North Loup Gnar.

Lots of wildlife sightings recently. Many does and fawns moving through the forest Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers.  

Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.

Maplelag trails can be described as as “old school” or classic style mountain biking.

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!)

 Click here for Maplelag trail map. Also reference Strava or Trailforks

Maplelag Cycling Community on Strava

Lakeside singltrack, July 22nd, 2026.
“Bente’s Bump” singletrack, July 22nd, 2026.
Mowing on bottom of “Eira Bikwadinaa” hill, part of all bike courses. July 21st, 2026.
Jenna and Justin Rinehart after completing the LagChilada challenge, July 20th, 2026.
Smiles on the singletrack! July 20th, 2026.
Riding up Eira Bikwadinaa hill, July 20th, 2026.
Rolling through on Bullhead Bootleg loop, July 19th, 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg singletrack, July 16th, 2026.
Twin Lakes crossing, July 16th, 2026. Appreciating the cleaner air! 
Hudson’s Hula segment on Twin Lakes loop dry and rolling great, July 15th, 2026.
Lakside on original Twin Lakes singletrack, July 15th, 2026. Few more overgrown areas.
Hudson’s Hula! July 14th, 2026.
Clearing tree and mowing ski trail segment, July 12th, 2026.
Take a dip in Little Sugarbush lake post ride!
Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open.  Much cooler air moving in overnight making for a great day to ride. Dry/tacky riding conditions with a few loose areas on berms and low areas. Air quality is good. The woods flies are out, not as bad on the Bullhead Bootleg loop. Worst areas for flies seems to be the North Loup Gnar and old first part of Twin Lakes singletrack segment….. Keep the wheels moving!! 

The past two weeks we have been clearing out overgrown areas and blowing out trail and also a little bit of dirt work. Conditions, in particular the Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop some of the best of the year!  

Lots of wildlife sightings recently. Many does and fawns moving through the forest Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers.  

Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.

Maplelag trails can be described as as “old school” or classic style mountain biking.

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!)

 Click here for Maplelag trail map. Also reference Strava or Trailforks

Maplelag Cycling Community on Strava

Jenna and Justin Rinehart after completing the LagChilada challenge, July 20th, 2026.
Smiles on the singletrack! July 20th, 2026.
Riding up Eira Bikwadinaa hill, July 20th, 2026.
Rolling through on Bullhead Bootleg loop, July 19th, 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg singletrack, July 16th, 2026.
Twin Lakes crossing, July 16th, 2026. Appreciating the cleaner air! 
Hudson’s Hula segment on Twin Lakes loop dry and rolling great, July 15th, 2026.
Lakside on original Twin Lakes singletrack, July 15th, 2026. Few more overgrown areas.
Hudson’s Hula! July 14th, 2026.
Clearing tree and mowing ski trail segment, July 12th, 2026.
Take a dip in Little Sugarbush lake post ride!
Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Dry/tacky riding conditions with a few loose areas on berms and low areas. NW breeze today bringing in drier and cooler air. Air quality is good. The woods flies are out, not as bad on the Bullhead Bootleg loop. Worst areas for flies seems to be the North Loup Gnar and old first part of Twin Lakes singletrack segment….. Keep the wheels moving!! 

The past two weeks we have been clearing out overgrown areas and blowing out trail and also a little bit of dirt work. Conditions, in particular the Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop some of the best of the year!  

Lots of wildlife sightings recently. Many does and fawns moving through the forest Woods have filled out nicely providing a thick canopy and a nice assortment of wildflowers.  

Be aware trees/organic forest matter can fall at anytime and assume full responsibility when riding.

Maplelag trails can be described as as “old school” or classic style mountain biking.

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!)

 Click here for Maplelag trail map. Also reference Strava or Trailforks

Maplelag Cycling Community on Strava

Jenna and Justin Rinehart after completing the LagChilada challenge, July 20th, 2026.
Smiles on the singletrack! July 20th, 2026.
Riding up Eira Bikwadinaa hill, July 20th, 2026.
Rolling through on Bullhead Bootleg loop, July 19th, 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg singletrack, July 16th, 2026.
Twin Lakes crossing, July 16th, 2026. Appreciating the cleaner air! 
Hudson’s Hula segment on Twin Lakes loop dry and rolling great, July 15th, 2026.
Lakside on original Twin Lakes singletrack, July 15th, 2026. Few more overgrown areas.
Hudson’s Hula! July 14th, 2026.
Clearing tree and mowing ski trail segment, July 12th, 2026.
Take a dip in Little Sugarbush lake post ride!