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SaveChisholm trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, E-Biking, Trail Running, Winter Fat Biking, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading, Horseback, Adaptive Biking and Snowmobiling. Trails here are often faint trail. Scenery includes lakes and views. Common trail features include jumps, rock gardens and berms. Popular destinations include Redhead Mountain Bike Park, Gheen Hill Trails and Jean Lake.
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- Mountain Bike
65 trails
- E-Bike
58 trails
- Adaptive Bike
2 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
34 trails
- Horse
3 trails
- Hike
60 trails
- Trail Running
56 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
4 trails
- Observed Trials
0 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
4 trails
- Snowmobile
1 trails
- Snowshoe
27 trails
- Downhill Ski
0 trails
- Backcountry Ski
0 trails
- Nordic Ski
5 trails
Region Details
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- 26
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Region Status
Open as of 8 hoursStats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 70
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 65
- Trails E-Bike
- 58
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 14
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 2
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 34
- Trails Horse
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 60
- Trails Trail Running
- 56
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 4
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 4
- Trails Snowmobile
- 1
- Trails Snowshoe
- 27
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 5
- Total Distance
- 67 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 19 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,314 ft
- Total Vertical
- 261 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,574 ft
- Reports
- 3,057
- Photos
- 589
- Completed Counter
- 15,240
Sub Regions
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Gheen Hill Trails
- 5
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Redhead Mountain Bike Park
- 1
- 11
- 26
- 11
- 1
Popular Chisholm Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 3,222 ft • 36 ft • 680 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 4,403 ft • 32 ft • 638 •
Highly rated popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 3.8 • 1 mile • 83 ft • 608 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 17 minutes to complete this trail.
• 50 ★ 4.9 • 3,973 ft • 33 ft • 557 •
Highly rated moderately popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. It features jump and rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 115 ft • 545 •
The Rim is an intermediate level trail that goes around the East end of the mine pit. It utilizes the Mesabi Trail (paved trail) for a portion of the route. The views on this trail are incredible.
• 90 ★ 4.8 • 2,976 ft • 14 ft • 526 •
Highly rated popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. It features berm, jump and gap jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 5.0 • 791 ft • 4 ft • 498 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. It features jump and rock garden. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
Chisholm Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 4 miles • 107 ft • 3 • Loop •
2021 Minnesota Cycling Association (MCA) NICA middle school/high school race course for October 9-10.
6 miles • 178 ft • 3 •
2023 MMBS Sport Comp Elite Marathon course for easy reference.
4 miles • 116 ft • 2 • Race •
Come discover this brand-new race venue at Redhead Mountain Bike Park at the Minnesota Discovery Center...
6 miles • 219 ft • 3 • Race •
2022 MN MTB Series Redhead Race Sport/Comp/Marathon/Elite Course
★ 4.0 • 4 miles • 114 ft • 3 • Race •
Course for the 2022 MN MTB Series Redhead Race Citizen Class
4 miles • 116 ft • 0 • Loop • Race •
See official race page for most current accurate information:...
Photos of Chisholm Mountain Bike
Videos of Chisholm Mountain Bike
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Jun 17, 2024
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Side Loop | Oct 27, 2026 @ 2:43pm (America/Chicago) 8 hours | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| North Star Loop | Oct 27, 2026 @ 2:42pm (America/Chicago) 8 hours | Unknown | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Derailed | Oct 27, 2026 @ 2:42pm (America/Chicago) 8 hours | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Dropper | Oct 27, 2026 @ 2:40pm (America/Chicago) 8 hours | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Zen | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:31pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Mama's Boy | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:31pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Tough Mama | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:30pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Backwoods | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:30pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Spell Bound Loop | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:29pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC | ||
| Glen Line | Oct 25, 2026 @ 8:29pm (America/Chicago) 2 days | Ideal | GuyThompson IROC |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GuyThompson | add | report | activity #106703873 and 3 more | Oct 27, 2026 @ 12:40pm 8 hours |
| GuyThompson | add | report | activity #106611584 and 13 more | Oct 25, 2026 @ 6:20pm 2 days |
| mnspooner | add | report | activity #106519664 and 3 more | Oct 24, 2026 @ 1:53pm Oct 24, 2026 |
| GuyThompson | add | report | activity #106440775 | Oct 23, 2026 @ 9:50am Oct 23, 2026 |
| jacobdass | ridden | trail | activity #106340306 and 1 more | Oct 21, 2026 @ 1:46pm Oct 21, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | The tree has fallen and been removed | Oct 4, 2026 @ 8:41am Oct 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | Trailforks says this is two way but the sign... | Oct 3, 2026 @ 11:59am Oct 3, 2026 | ||
| report | The tree has been cleared | Aug 28, 2026 @ 8:41am Aug 28, 2026 | ||
| report | I’m not sure what they meant but everything... | Jul 31, 2026 @ 1:49pm Jul 31, 2026 | ||
| report | 👊🏻👊🏻 | Jul 3, 2026 @ 2:54pm Jul 3, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Completionist4 awarded -
10 Blue Trails195 awarded -
Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k0 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge6 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k0 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 65 | 53 miles | 1,955 ft | 13 miles | 259 ft | #1,836 | #12 | 534 | 3,056 | 7 | 7,506 | |
| E-Bike | 58 | 46 miles | 1,778 ft | 12 miles | 256 ft | #3,444 | #26 | 2,876 | 167 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 14 | 22 miles | 610 ft | 10 miles | 174 ft | #929 | #508 | 41 | 14 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 2 | 4 miles | 144 ft | 2 miles | 98 ft | #6,626 | #62 | 1 | 32 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 34 | 31 miles | 1,175 ft | 6 miles | 128 ft | #1,301 | #5 | 1 | 2,646 | 2 | 22 | |
| Horse | 3 | 5 miles | 213 ft | 2 miles | 151 ft | #3,244 | #46 | 48 | 2 | |||
| Hike | 60 | 48 miles | 1,841 ft | 13 miles | 259 ft | #2,903 | #21 | 41 | 2,885 | 608 | ||
| Trail Running | 56 | 46 miles | 1,749 ft | 12 miles | 256 ft | #4,899 | #37 | 3 | 2,836 | 93 | ||
| Dirtbike/Moto | 4 | 5 miles | 190 ft | 2 miles | 79 ft | #1,303 | #4 | 49 | 1 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 4 | 5 miles | 190 ft | 2 miles | 79 ft | #928 | #5 | 49 | 8 | |||
| Snowmobile | 1 | 11 miles | 266 ft | 5 miles | 174 ft | #393 | #14 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Snowshoe | 27 | 24 miles | 955 ft | 6 miles | 256 ft | #363 | #9 | 9 | 922 | 110 | ||
| Nordic Ski | 5 | 4 miles | 305 ft | 2 miles | 157 ft | #1,748 | #97 | 2 | 38 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Chisholm?
Chisholm has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Chisholm?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Chisholm are:
- Orange Crush (4.6/5)
- Fractured Falls (4.5/5)
- Roller Derby (4.4/5)
- The Rim (South) (4.3/5)
- Secret Garden (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Chisholm?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Chisholm are:
- October (194 activities)
- June (163 activities)
- August (161 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Chisholm?
There are 3 parking locations listed in Chisholm. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Chisholm?
The longest trail in Chisholm is Backwoods Winter Trail at 7.4 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Chisholm?
The best hiking trails in Chisholm are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Chisholm?
The best trail running trails in Chisholm are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Chisholm?
Chisholm has a total of 70 trails. Of those, 65 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Chisholm to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Chisholm?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Chisholm is The Rim (South) with 35 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Chisholm?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Chisholm is The Rim (North) with 38 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Chisholm?
Chisholm supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Chisholm?
The following bike services are available in Chisholm:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Chisholm?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Chisholm is Mini-Blast with an average grade of 2.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Chisholm?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Chisholm are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Chisholm?
Out of 56 trails:
- Clear / Green: 55
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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What are the trail conditions in Chisholm?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Chisholm:
- Ideal: 17 trails
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Can I ride an ebike in Chisholm?
Yes, Chisholm supports e-bike riding. There are 52 trails in Chisholm that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Chisholm?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Chisholm are:
- 2021 MCA Race #6 Course Redhead Mountain Bike Park
- 2023 Sport Comp Elite Marathon
- 2024 MCA Race #7 State - Redhead
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What type of bike is most common in Chisholm?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Chisholm are:
- AM (156 activities)
- XC (25 activities)
- Trials (3 activities)
- Fat (2 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Chisholm?
The most popular Strava segments in Chisholm are:
- Race the Train (1,918 athletes)
- Spell Bound climb to Trailhead (1,617 athletes)
- Nice little climb (1,608 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Chisholm?
Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Chisholm. View all adaptive trails in Chisholm for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Chisholm?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Chisholm directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Chisholm?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Chisholm are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Chisholm?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Chisholm are:
- The Pines (4/5)
- The Pines (3/5)
- Spell Bound Loop (3.7/5)
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