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Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

Mountain bike course is open. Sunday Funday! Dry/hardpack surface conditions. It’s been a solid month of trail work and the trails are rolling very nice Trail tuning this week on Moorhead, Bjorps, Sukkerwest, Twin Lakes and touch up on Bullhead Bootleg and North Loup Gnar. We will continue working on the trails almost daily leading up to the Laddies Loppet mountain bike race over Labor Day weekend. 

Last week we blew and brushed out most of the Twin Lakes singletrack loop and also the “Fargo” segment on the inner loop. We will continue working on select segments keeping conditions as best as possible up until race weekend.

The entire 25 mile “LagChilada” course was cleared and blown out this spring and we do our best to clear any new deadfall as soon as possible. Always be aware for changing conditions and assume all responsibility riding.  The Maplelag course is generally described as a classic or natural trail which is rideable shortly after any rain events as the rain is absorbed and drains off naturally.

All the key intersections are taped and signs are at singletrack segments. The singletrack segments are signed by name and courses are generally marked for the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series with Citizen, Sport, Comp and Expert. Any singletrack that is not marked where it crosses ski trail, continue straight on the singletrack. Reference our map or TrailForks or Strava for guidance. 

The Lagchilada challenge is in place which is a ride consisting of the entire mountain bike trail system. It is marked with both black signs and pink signs. Use the Strava app or guidance.

A good intermediate loop to ride is the Sport Loop and Bullhead Bootleg to the east. A good beginner loop to ride is the Citizen loop as well as the loops “Feeling Lucky” and “Sukkerwest”. North Loup Gnar on the north side is a slow tech skills trail. 

Like this winter, trail users are welcome to use the Brant cabin for a changing area and there are also bathrooms. Please note we are remodeling in this cabin but the bathrooms are open.  Season passes available on our gift shop page.

Bjorp’s Stump Singletrack, July 21st, 2023.
Mowing on the ski trail portion of the bike course, July 21st, 2023. Most of the ski trail segments mowed this week.
Twin Lakes bridge, July 20th, 2023. Stay tuned about new for Spring Opener 2024!!
Start of “Feeling Lucky” trail and the LagChilada, July 20th, 2023. Feeling lucky is a good starter loop whether or not doing a full LagChilada.
Rolling through Hudson’s Hula on Twin lakes singletrack, July 17th, 2023.
Twin Lakes Singletrack, July 16th, 2023.
Freshly cleared singletrack, Twin Lakes loop July 15th, 2023.
Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing and blowing out, July 14th, 2023.
We’ve been using electric tools to work on the trails this summer. Very impressive! July 13th, 2023.
Start of Twin Lakes singletrack, July 12th, 2023. Twin Lakes is rolling great after recent trail work.
Blowing out lakeside segment on Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing earlier, July 11th, 2023.
“Pete’s Porkie” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
“Fargo” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
Fast conditions and fun riding on the weekend! July 1st, 2023. 
Forest green, June 30th, 2023.
Mandi and Britta all smiles after a successful skills session, June 27th, 2023.
Navigating one of the “Five Dollar Corners” on North Loup Gnar, June 26th, 2023. The North Loup Gnar segment is a slow tech loop that is great for working on the skills. 
Ski Trail

Trail Report

A great week for working in the woods. Dry conditions and pleasant temps. Overall it has been a unseasonably cool month making it very nice for working in the woods. The first part of July we received around 3″ of rain but could use a shot of rain as conditions are getting dry again.  

We have been busy on the trails this summer mowing, clearing deadfall, cutting firewood and working on the mountain bike trails. We are mowing almost daily on the ski trails and will continue up until the snow flies. Wildlife active and on the move! 

The mountain bike trails are open for riding. Click here for latest update. Maplelag trails are closed to all motorized use and horses. We continue with trail tuning as we constantly work on the 64km of ski trails for upcoming ski season and maintain 25 miles of mountain bike trail. 

Mowing on Skaters Waltz ski trail, July 21st, 2023.
Heading to the west, Twin Lakes crossing, July 21st, 2023.
Scene across Bullhead lake after passing rain shower, July 13th, 2023. The leaves already showing a tinge of change. 
Black eyed Susan flower shiny after the rain, July 13th, 2023.
Trail mowing July 13th, 2023. 
More funky mushrooms on the forest floor, July 13th, 2023.
Summer grooming on Mother North Star trail, July 11th, 2023.
Clearing out singletrack, Twin Lakes lakeside, July 11th, 2023.
Sunday cells moving by, July 9th, 2023.
Passing cell to the east, July 9th, 2023.
Water lilies coming to live on the edge of Little Sugarbush this past week, July 4th, 2023.
Calm evening on Little Sugarbush lake looking towards Maplelag, June 30th, 2023.
Calm morning on Little Sugarbush looking towards Maplelag, June 26th, 2023.
Break in the clouds and storms Saturday afternoon, Twin Lakes crossing June 24th, 2023.
Mushrooms sprouting up with the recent rain, June 25th, 2023.
Bear track on the bike trail! June 25th, 2023.
Wild rose flowers along Twin lakes ski trail, June 24th, 2023.
Solstice sunset, June 21st, 2023.
Sunset over Little Sugarbush, June 20th, 2023.
Loons on the lake! There have been a dozen loons residing on Little Sugarbush lake this summer. Fun to hear them call! June 20th, 2023.
Wild Iris flower along Kohlepp’s Pond on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
Mowing on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
In between Twin Lakes as seen from Wavy Gravy trail, June 6th, 2023.
Mini lily pads on South Twin Lake, June 6th, 2023.
Clearing on ski trail which serves as part of the bike course, June 3rd, 2023.
Rootin Tootin ski trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Bullhead lake at the start of Bullhead Lake trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Summer grooming, May 30th, 2023.
Rare morning of calm waters, May 31st, 2023.
Yellow slipper wild flowers blooming in full force, May 31st, 2023.
Lakeside of lodge site, May 26th, 2023.
Birch top hung up near Sukkerbusk ski trail over singletrack, May 25th, 2023.
Cut in blocks and ready to split for sauna firewood! 
Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

Mountain bike course is open. Great week of riding in place! Dry/hardpack surface conditions. It’s been a solid month of trail work and the trails are rolling very nice Trail tuning this week on Moorhead, Bjorps, Twin Lakes and touch up on Bullhead Bootleg and North Loup Gnar. We will continue working on the trails almost daily leading up to the Laddies Loppet mountain bike race over Labor Day weekend. 

Last week we blew and brushed out most of the Twin Lakes singletrack loop and also the “Fargo” segment on the inner loop. We will continue working on select segments keeping conditions as best as possible up until race weekend.

The entire 25 mile “LagChilada” course was cleared and blown out this spring and we do our best to clear any new deadfall as soon as possible. Always be aware for changing conditions and assume all responsibility riding.  The Maplelag course is generally described as a classic or natural trail which is rideable shortly after any rain events as the rain is absorbed and drains off naturally.

All the key intersections are taped and signs are at singletrack segments. The singletrack segments are signed by name and courses are generally marked for the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series with Citizen, Sport, Comp and Expert. Any singletrack that is not marked where it crosses ski trail, continue straight on the singletrack. Reference our map or TrailForks or Strava for guidance. 

The Lagchilada challenge is in place which is a ride consisting of the entire mountain bike trail system. It is marked with both black signs and pink signs. Use the Strava app or guidance.

A good intermediate loop to ride is the Sport Loop and Bullhead Bootleg to the east. A good beginner loop to ride is the Citizen loop as well as the loops “Feeling Lucky” and “Sukkerwest”. North Loup Gnar on the north side is a slow tech skills trail. 

Like this winter, trail users are welcome to use the Brant cabin for a changing area and there are also bathrooms. Please note we are remodeling in this cabin but the bathrooms are open.  Season passes available on our gift shop page.

Bjorp’s Stump Singletrack, July 21st, 2023.
Mowing on the ski trail portion of the bike course, July 21st, 2023. Most of the ski trail segments mowed this week.
Twin Lakes bridge, July 20th, 2023. Stay tuned about new for Spring Opener 2024!!
Start of “Feeling Lucky” trail and the LagChilada, July 20th, 2023. Feeling lucky is a good starter loop whether or not doing a full LagChilada.
Rolling through Hudson’s Hula on Twin lakes singletrack, July 17th, 2023.
Twin Lakes Singletrack, July 16th, 2023.
Freshly cleared singletrack, Twin Lakes loop July 15th, 2023.
Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing and blowing out, July 14th, 2023.
We’ve been using electric tools to work on the trails this summer. Very impressive! July 13th, 2023.
Start of Twin Lakes singletrack, July 12th, 2023. Twin Lakes is rolling great after recent trail work.
Blowing out lakeside segment on Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing earlier, July 11th, 2023.
“Pete’s Porkie” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
“Fargo” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
Fast conditions and fun riding on the weekend! July 1st, 2023. 
Forest green, June 30th, 2023.
Mandi and Britta all smiles after a successful skills session, June 27th, 2023.
Navigating one of the “Five Dollar Corners” on North Loup Gnar, June 26th, 2023. The North Loup Gnar segment is a slow tech loop that is great for working on the skills. 
Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail Report

Mountain bike course is open. Dry/hardpack surface conditions. It’s been a solid month of trail work and the trails are rolling very nice. We will continue trail work this week as we prepare for the Laddies Loppet mountain bike race over Labor Day weekend. Trail tuning this week on Moorhead, Bjorps and touch up on Bullhead Bootleg and North Loup Gnar. Dry weather looks to continue and should be a great weekend of riding!

Last week we blew and brushed out most of the Twin Lakes singletrack loop and also the “Fargo” segment on the inner loop. We will continue working on select segments keeping conditions as best as possible up until race weekend.

The entire 25 mile “LagChilada” course was cleared and blown out this spring and we do our best to clear any new deadfall as soon as possible. Always be aware for changing conditions and assume all responsibility riding.  The Maplelag course is generally described as a classic or natural trail which is rideable shortly after any rain events as the rain is absorbed and drains off naturally.

All the key intersections are taped and signs are at singletrack segments. The singletrack segments are signed by name and courses are generally marked for the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series with Citizen, Sport, Comp and Expert. Any singletrack that is not marked where it crosses ski trail, continue straight on the singletrack. Reference our map or TrailForks or Strava for guidance. 

The Lagchilada challenge is in place which is a ride consisting of the entire mountain bike trail system. It is marked with both black signs and pink signs. Use the Strava app or guidance.

A good intermediate loop to ride is the Sport Loop and Bullhead Bootleg to the east. A good beginner loop to ride is the Citizen loop as well as the loops “Feeling Lucky” and “Sukkerwest”. North Loup Gnar on the north side is a slow tech skills trail. 

Like this winter, trail users are welcome to use the Brant cabin for a changing area and there are also bathrooms. Please note we are remodeling in this cabin but the bathrooms are open.  Season passes available on our gift shop page.

Twin Lakes bridge, July 20th, 2023. Stay tuned about new for Spring Opener 2024!!
Start of “Feeling Lucky” trail and the LagChilada, July 20th, 2023. Feeling lucky is a good starter loop whether or not doing a full LagChilada.
Rolling through Hudson’s Hula on Twin lakes singletrack, July 17th, 2023.
Twin Lakes Singletrack, July 16th, 2023.
Freshly cleared singletrack, Twin Lakes loop July 15th, 2023.
Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing and blowing out, July 14th, 2023.
We’ve been using electric tools to work on the trails this summer. Very impressive! July 13th, 2023.
Start of Twin Lakes singletrack, July 12th, 2023. Twin Lakes is rolling great after recent trail work.
Blowing out lakeside segment on Twin Lakes singletrack after brushing earlier, July 11th, 2023.
“Pete’s Porkie” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
“Fargo” singletrack segment on the Twin Lakes loop, July 9th, 2023. Recently brushed and blown out. 
Fast conditions and fun riding on the weekend! July 1st, 2023. 
Forest green, June 30th, 2023.
Mandi and Britta all smiles after a successful skills session, June 27th, 2023.
Navigating one of the “Five Dollar Corners” on North Loup Gnar, June 26th, 2023. The North Loup Gnar segment is a slow tech loop that is great for working on the skills. 
Ski Trail

Trail Report

Dry weather in place, just a few sprinkles yesterday evening as a cold front moved through. Overall it has been a unseasonably cool month making it very nice for working in the woods. The first part of July we received around 3″ of rain but could use a shot of rain as conditions are getting dry again.  

We have been busy on the trails this summer mowing, clearing deadfall, cutting firewood and working on the mountain bike trails. We are mowing almost daily on the ski trails and will continue up until the snow flies. Wildlife active and on the move! 

The mountain bike trails are open for riding. Click here for latest update. Maplelag trails are closed to all motorized use and horses. We continue with trail tuning as we constantly work on the 64km of ski trails for upcoming ski season and maintain 25 miles of mountain bike trail. 

Scene across Bullhead lake after passing rain shower, July 13th, 2023. The leaves already showing a tinge of change. 
Black eyed Susan flower shiny after the rain, July 13th, 2023.
Trail mowing July 13th, 2023. 
More funky mushrooms on the forest floor, July 13th, 2023.
Summer grooming on Mother North Star trail, July 11th, 2023.
Clearing out singletrack, Twin Lakes lakeside, July 11th, 2023.
Sunday cells moving by, July 9th, 2023.
Passing cell to the east, July 9th, 2023.
Water lilies coming to live on the edge of Little Sugarbush this past week, July 4th, 2023.
Calm evening on Little Sugarbush lake looking towards Maplelag, June 30th, 2023.
Calm morning on Little Sugarbush looking towards Maplelag, June 26th, 2023.
Break in the clouds and storms Saturday afternoon, Twin Lakes crossing June 24th, 2023.
Mushrooms sprouting up with the recent rain, June 25th, 2023.
Bear track on the bike trail! June 25th, 2023.
Wild rose flowers along Twin lakes ski trail, June 24th, 2023.
Solstice sunset, June 21st, 2023.
Sunset over Little Sugarbush, June 20th, 2023.
Loons on the lake! There have been a dozen loons residing on Little Sugarbush lake this summer. Fun to hear them call! June 20th, 2023.
Wild Iris flower along Kohlepp’s Pond on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
Mowing on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
In between Twin Lakes as seen from Wavy Gravy trail, June 6th, 2023.
Mini lily pads on South Twin Lake, June 6th, 2023.
Clearing on ski trail which serves as part of the bike course, June 3rd, 2023.
Rootin Tootin ski trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Bullhead lake at the start of Bullhead Lake trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Summer grooming, May 30th, 2023.
Rare morning of calm waters, May 31st, 2023.
Yellow slipper wild flowers blooming in full force, May 31st, 2023.
Lakeside of lodge site, May 26th, 2023.
Birch top hung up near Sukkerbusk ski trail over singletrack, May 25th, 2023.
Cut in blocks and ready to split for sauna firewood!