This blog article highlights the top 5 spring trails that are located up north in Grand Rapids, MN. These trails are perfect for adults and children of all ages. There are beginner trails to advanced trails. You will find ATV/OHV, biking, and hiking trails. The greater Grand Rapids, MN trails are the perfect place to watch spring wildlife come alive.
HIKING
Grand Rapids is in Itasca County. There are over 1 million acres of publicly accessible forest land in Itasca County. There are over 2,000 miles of hiking trails within the forests. A couple of great hiking trails to consider are:
- Legion Trail this trail would be considered easy to moderate trail skill level. The Legion trail system has hiking, biking and disc golf in the 8 miles of mixed forest trail. In the winter there is cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Legion. This trail is located right in the city limits of Grand Rapids. Several clubs help maintain the trails: Grand Rapids and Itasca Mountain Bike Association and Northern Lights Nordic Ski Association. This is a fun, flowy and twisty forest trail that wraps around Hale Lake.
- Simpson Creek located in the Chippewa National Forest at the Cut Foot Sioux information area is a 13 mile trail that is easy level. This mostly flat terrane is perfect for children and families. Overlook areas of Cut Foot Sioux Lake and over a cedar bog area. Spring is a perfect time to see eagles on Cut Foot Sioux Lake hunting for fish.
BIKING
If you prefer paved trails, then the famous 3. Mesabi Trail where you can bike from the Mississippi River to the Boundary Waters (over 150 miles of paved trail) is perfect for you! If you seek a little bit more action, adventure and skill, then 4. Tioga Recreation is perfect for you. This fairly new 25-mile mountain bike trail is open year-round (weather and trail condition permitting). This spring they will open a new skills course called Pathfinder Playground. Grand Rapids, MN biking trails connect with Tioga Recreation paved biking trails so you can bike right from lodging properties, craft breweries and restaurants, boutique style shops, and area attractions.
ATVing
If you prefer paved trails, then the famous 3. Mesabi Trail where you can bike from the Mississippi River to the Boundary Waters (over 150 miles of paved trail) is perfect for you! If you seek a little bit more action, adventure and skill, then 4. Tioga Recreation is perfect for you. This fairly new 25-mile mountain bike trail is open year-round (weather and trail condition permitting). This spring they will open a new skills course called Pathfinder Playground. Grand Rapids, MN biking trails connect with Tioga Recreation paved biking trails so you can bike right from lodging properties, craft breweries and restaurants, boutique style shops, and area attractions.
book now!
Start planning now, but BOOK LODGING ahead. Weekends book up all year-long in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, so once you find the type of outdoor recreation you are interested in, then find lodging that fits your needs. Whether you are looking for a vacation rental by owner, Hotel/Motel conveniently located in town, a Bed & Breakfast, Air B&B downtown or a cabin at a Resort; you will find it in Grand Rapids, Minnesota! You will find a wide variety of cozy lodging! Download the official Grand Rapids Visitor Guide or request a Visitor Guide to be mailed to you HERE.