Fall is here! Our seasonal workers have left for school and maintenance staff is down to one. Leaves are changing and falling on the trail. Please ride with caution due the leaves can be wet, bike can slip. We will be doing minimum maintenance due to staffing of one and lots to cover. Ely is…
Read moreFall is here! Our seasonal workers have left for school and maintenance staff is down to one. Leaves are changing and falling on the trail. Please ride with caution due the leaves can be wet, bike can slip. We will be doing minimum maintenance due to staffing of one and lots to cover. Ely is…
Read moreUpdate on some construction for Mesabi Trail Riders! Hwy 53 bridge will be undergoing bridge inspections over the next few days. Walkers an cyclists will be allowed to pass. Bikes will need to be walked across. Thanks for your patience and support of the Mesabi Trail!
Read moreI wanted to let you folks know that as part of our snowmaking upgrade project we are going to have to dig across a section of the Mesabi Trail that traverses GR property at the base of the ski area. I have attached a map showing the location of the excavation. This excavation will likely…
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Great River Energy Mesabi Trail Bike Tour is August 10, 2024. There is still room available and will be guaranteed a meal! Hurry to register to reserve your spot and also enjoy this most iconic trail section that defines mining, forests, and small towns! Each Rest Stop has snacks, water, and some sort of activity!!!…
Read moreMesabi Trail Conditions 7-9-2024 Near Hwy 97 to Sparta, the sinkholes have been temporarily patched with gravel, so the section is passable for trail users. Please use caution and slow down when crossing the patched areas. Near Sherwood Forest Campground in Gilbert, the trail is passable. Be aware that the city has placed…
Read moreStorm Damage updates as of June 25, 2024: The Mesabi Trail has several areas of damage from the storm event on June 18, 2024, in addition to the major washout in Giant’s Ridge west of Wynne and Sabin Lakes. Giant’s Ridge: East of the Narrow’s Bridge, flooding occurred and sinkholes are appearing. Many of…
Read moreMesabi Trail Conditions June 20, 2024 There have been many inquiries about the condition of the trail from folks planning trips up this way in the next few weeks. The trail is currently approximately 90% open for use. Grand Rapids to McKinley is all in good shape aside from some small areas of standing…
Read moreBiwabik to Giants closed indefinitely. Three sections washed away. It would be a total build. Darwin Myers at Palo Tia Rd completely under water, entire trail. Not sure how fast it will recede. Kelly Lake few sections under water, but I am sure they will dry out faster there. Lake Mine Road is flooded,…
Read moreConstruction UPDATE! East of Buhl, trail is on Whiteside Road, they have milled .3 miles. It is rough gravel and wont be fixed till they can fix Buhl to Kinney route. It is passable, but please proceed with caution. Signs are going out today. Thank you for your patience.
Read moreJune 7, 2024 Mesabi Trail with Giants Ridge will be holding a Community Ride from 5-7pm. Giants Ridge has Rental Bikes to rent with a cost for your travels or bring your own bike and experience such a beautiful trail to the bridge and back. Mesabi Trail will have merchandise for sale, offer 3 Day…
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The Mesabi Trail™ has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.