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Read and Ride event
November 4, 2024, Calumet, MN at Take 5 Park will be a Read & Ride. We invite youth to ride on Mesabi Trail and afterward, receive a free book and even some story time! You don’t want to miss out! Snacks will be provided also!
Read moreFall is HERE!
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 moreGiants Ridge construction for water line
I 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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7-9-24 Trail Condition Update
Mesabi 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 moreJune 25 Storm Damage Update
Storm 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 moreStorm Damage Update 6/20/24
Mesabi 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 moreStorm Damage 6/19/24
Biwabik 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 moreTrail Conditions/Closures/Maintenance 2024
Spring has sprung again!! Snow, warm weather, snow, warm weather and soon. With that being said, we have some construction with closure from Grace Road in Hibbing towards Redhead. They are fixing a few issues of the trail, making a tie in for ATV, and once road restrictions are lifted, it will be done soon….
Read more2024 Mesabi Trail Map ARRIVED!
Our new map with designs have launched!! Please go under the map tab and click on map request, we will send you a great map with all the amenities attached to it! Support the Mesabi Trail and plan your adventure 162 miles of scenic trail!
Read moreTrail, event and 2024 Tour Update!!
The winter season is upon us, so with that being said, limited trail maintenance will be done during the few months. Please ride with care and be cautious. Wheel Passes are still required if using Fat Tire bike or any wheel of kind on the trail. These funds helps us with trail maintenance and awareness….
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The Mesabi Trail™ has been funded in part by the LCCMR and the Minnesota Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund.