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Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Tacky/dry riding surface. Great day of riding on tap after a great weekend! A few deer flies but not as bad as we move into August. Everyone seems to be different with the flies, some people attract flies more than others….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. Best riding has been on Feeling Lucky, SukkerWest, Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop. 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. The woods provide a a thick canopy and protection from the sun on hot days. A nice assortment of wildflowers and still a few random mushrooms popping up despite the dry weather.   

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

Great weekend riding, August 2nd, 2026.
Singletrack coming to life after recent rain, August 1st, 2026.
Grass and moss revived after Friday rain, August 1st, 2026.
Old school Twin Lakes singletrack August 1st, 2026.
Ski trail segment of LagChilada course, August 1st, 2026.
Lot of barred owl sightings the past week along the trail, July 29th 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg track, July 28th 2026.
Take a dip in the lake after the ride! Lakefront open to trail pass purchasers. 
Another LagChilada in the books and this year’s shirt! 
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.

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Tacky riding surface and a refresh in the forest after rain Thursday night and Friday morning. Great weekend of riding on tap! A few deer flies but not as bad as we move into August….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. Best riding has been on Feeling Lucky, SukkerWest, Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop. 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. The woods provide a a thick canopy and protection from the sun on hot days. A nice assortment of wildflowers and still a few random mushrooms popping up despite the dry weather.   

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

Singletrack coming to life after recent rain, August 1st, 2026.
Grass and moss revived after Friday rain, August 1st, 2026.
Old school Twin Lakes singletrack August 1st, 2026.
Ski trail segment of LagChilada course, August 1st, 2026.
Lot of barred owl sightings the past week along the trail, July 29th 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg track, July 28th 2026.
Take a dip in the lake after the ride! Lakefront open to trail pass purchasers. 
Another LagChilada in the books and this year’s shirt! 
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.

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Dry surface conditions, watch for a few loose corners otherwise good riding. No recent rain since early July. Deer flies are out…. 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. Best riding has been on Feeling Lucky, SukkerWest, Citizen and Sport Comp Expert loop. 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. The woods provide a a thick canopy and protection from the sun on hot days. A nice assortment of wildflowers and still a few random mushrooms popping up despite the dry weather.   

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

Dry conditions on the mountain bike trail, evident by the “white earth”, July 29th, 2026.
Lot of barred owl sightings the past week along the trail, July 29th 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg track, July 28th 2026.
Take a dip in the lake after the ride! Lakefront open to trail pass purchasers. 
Start of the LagChilada and “Feeling Lucky” loop, July 26th, 2026.
Another LagChilada in the books and this year’s shirt! 
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! 
Lakside on original Twin Lakes singletrack, July 15th, 2026. Few more overgrown areas.
Hudson’s Hula! July 14th, 2026.

Mountain Bike Trail Report

All 25 miles of LagChilada mountain bike trail open. Dry surface conditions, watch for a few loose corners otherwise good riding. No recent rain since early July. Deer flies are out…. 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

Dry conditions on the mountain bike trail, evident by the “white earth”, July 29th, 2026.
Lot of barred owl sightings the past week along the trail, July 29th 2026.
Bullhead Bootleg track, July 28th 2026.
Take a dip in the lake after the ride! Lakefront open to trail pass purchasers.
Start of the LagChilada and “Feeling Lucky” loop, July 26th, 2026.
Another LagChilada in the books and this year’s shirt!
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.

Ski Trail Report

Hot and dry weather in place. No significant precipitation the last three weeks 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. Trail work has slowed down a bit with the warmer weather but getting out in the mornings when we can.

Good seeing folks out on the trails this summer. The deer flies are a bit pesky right now but people have been out hiking and biking. 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.

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. 

Lakefront has been busy this month for water activity with the warm weather. July 27th 2026.
Loons on the lake! July 27th, 2026. We have 6 residents loon in front of Maplelag this summer. Love hearing them in the mornings and evenings!
Barred owl checking out the trail activity, July 26th, 2026.
Not as many mushrooms popping up lately with the dry conditions but still a few randoms here and there. July 26th, 2026.
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.