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Feasting on Asphalt -
Motorcycle Touring & Scenic Driving |
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 The Grand Rapids
area offers a number of fantastic scenic driving
routes for motorcycle touring, vintage auto
runs, or just a relaxing break. You'll find
charming small towns along scenic routes and
businesses that welcome those with motorcycle
hair. Strap on your helmet or cap, put the top
down, or roll down the windows and hit the open
road for an exhilarating ride in the scenic
northwoods. |
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Local Organized Motorcycle Rides: |
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| Fans of two wheels are welcomed to join an
informal bike night and ride. Out of town
visitors are welcome! Call ahead to confirm
destinations and starting times. |
Tuesdays: The
Wilderness Pub,
218-326-8940
11 miles north of Grand Rapids on
Highway 38 |
Wednesdays: The Hawg
Pen Grub Run,
218-327-8181
Meet at 6pm for a dinner ride to a
predetermined location for dinner
specials & good company |
Thursdays: Locker
Room Bar,
218-245-3976
Downtown Coleraine |
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Our Favorite Rides: |
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Hundred Lake Tour:
Approx. 89 miles
From Grand Rapids,
Highway 38 north to Bigfork, Scenic 7 to
Taconite, 169 back to Grand Rapids
Scenic stop: Laurentian Divide (On Hwy 38)
Food stop: Timberwolf Inn, Marcell
Petro stop: Frontier Sports, Marcell
Tour Map
(smaller version)
Tour Map PDF |
Avenue of Pines Tour:
Approx. 86 miles
From Grand Rapids, Highway 2 to Deer River,
Highway 46 to Cut Foot Sioux Lake, highway 35 to Talmoon,
286 to Marcell,
down 38 back to Grand Rapids.
Scenic stop: Cut Foot Sioux Visitor Center
Food stop: Riley's Cannibal Junction, Talmoon
Petro stop: Cut Foot Sioux Inn
Tour Map
(smaller version)
Tour Map PDF |
Off the Beaten Path:
Approx. 127 miles
From Grand Rapids,
Hwy 38 to Effie, Highway 1 to Togo, Highway 65
to Nashwauk, Highway 169 back to Grand Rapids
Scenic stop: Washington State Forest
Food stop: Viking Bar (7 mi. off route on 22)
Petro stop: Effie County Service
Tour Map
(smaller version)
Tour Map PDF |
Southern Ramble:
Approx. 108 miles
Highway 169 east to Pengilly, Highway 65 south
through Goodland and Swan River to Jacobson,
Highway 200 through Hill City to Remer, Highway
6 to Hwy 2 back to Grand Rapids.
Scenic stop: Hill Annex Mine, Calumet
Food stop: Junction Travel Plaza, Swan River
Petro stop: Junction Travel Plaza, Swan River
Tour Map
(smaller version)
Tour Map PDF |
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Local Full Service Shop & Mechanics |
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The Hawg
Pen
34526 Highway 2 West
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
218-327-8181 or FAX 218-999-7481
Onsite mechanics, full service shop, custom
builds, large inventory of clothing and
accessories. Roadside assistance to stranded
travelers. Now located directly across from the
Pokegama Dam on Hwy 2.
Northland Off-Road & 4 Wheel Drive
910 NE 4th Street
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
218-326-4686
Service & repair for all makes of motorcycles.
Oil changes, tires, parts & accessories. |
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