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Lutsen is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Lutsen Township, Cook County, Minnesota, United States. As of the 2010 census, its population was 190.[2]
Lutsen is located within the Superior National Forest, on the North Shore of Lake Superior. It is 18 miles southwest of the city of Grand Marais; and 65 miles northeast of the city of Two Harbors. Cascade River State Park and the Superior Hiking Trail are both nearby.
Minnesota Highway 61 serves as a main route in the community.
Lutsen is located within the Superior National Forest, on the North Shore of Lake Superior. It is 18 miles southwest of the city of Grand Marais; and 65 miles northeast of the city of Two Harbors. Cascade River State Park and the Superior Hiking Trail are both nearby.
Minnesota Highway 61 serves as a main route in the community.
source: Wikipedia
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- Mountain Bike
17 trails
- E-Bike
3 trails
- Gravel Bike
22 trails
- Horse
1 trails
- Hike
92 trails
- Trail Running
90 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
0 trails
- Observed Trials
0 trails
- ATV/ORV/OHV
0 trails
- Snowmobile
1 trails
- Snowshoe
68 trails
- Downhill Ski
95 trails
- Backcountry Ski
0 trails
- Nordic Ski
62 trails
Region Details
- 11
- 5
- 1
Region Status
Open as of Jul 29, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 185
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 17
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 22
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 92
- Trails Trail Running
- 90
- Trails Snowmobile
- 1
- Trails Snowshoe
- 68
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 95
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 62
- Total Distance
- 132 miles
- Total Descent
- 25,896 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,082 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,696 ft
- Reports
- 22
- Photos
- 13
- Completed Counter
- 10,041
Sub Regions
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Hall-Massy Ski Trails
- 5
- 3
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Lutsen Mountains
- 1
- 1
- 1
Popular Lutsen Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 5.0 • 2 miles • 299 ft • 189 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail with a 299 ft blue climb. It features bridge. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 265 ft • 34 • • skixc
Popular blue difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes 29 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 5 miles • 612 ft • 29 •
Popular green difficulty doubletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes 26 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 3,209 ft • 33 ft • 28 •
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 63 ft • 27 • • skixc
Less popular blue difficulty singletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 2,507 ft • 61 ft • 12 • • skixc
Popular blue difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 925 ft • 0 ft • 3 • • skixc
Less popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 305 ft • 0 ft • 2 • • skixc
Less popular green difficulty doubletrack. This nordic ski primary trail can be used both directions. Winter use: Classic snow grooming.
Lutsen Mountain Bike Routes
27 miles • 2,176 ft • 3 • Loop •
Easy/flat paved bike trail (Gitchee-Gami State Trail) running along Hwy 61 connecting endpoints of epic...
32 miles • 2,948 ft • 5 • Out & Back •
Out and back double-track trail, starting at the lutsen resort.
39 miles • 3,309 ft • 0 •
The Kekekabic Trail was originally created in the 1930’s by the USFS and used to reach the Kekekabic...
Photos of Lutsen Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mystery Mountain | Jun 25, 2022 @ 5:31am Jun 25, 2022 | Ideal | kevin06vino |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ross-alcorn | wishlist | route | activity #103548693 | Sep 11, 2026 @ 9:16am Sep 11, 2026 |
| TammyD0f8Wd | wishlist | trail | activity #101353238 | Aug 12, 2026 @ 6:13pm Aug 12, 2026 |
| garretw | add | report | activity #100311271 | Jul 29, 2026 @ 6:04pm Jul 29, 2026 |
| garretw | add | report | activity #100311270 and 1 more | Jul 29, 2026 @ 6:04pm Jul 29, 2026 |
| benjaminbartz | add | poi | activity #100125545 and 1 more | Jul 27, 2026 @ 6:11am Jul 27, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Descent 10k Badge0 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 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 | 17 | 30 miles | 2,067 ft | 12 miles | 994 ft | #6,961 | #45 | 6 | 19 | 9 | 1,595 | |
| E-Bike | 3 | 18 miles | 1,125 ft | 8 miles | 604 ft | #6,555 | #53 | 17 | 1 | 5 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 22 | 30 miles | 1,562 ft | 10 miles | 1,014 ft | #2,181 | #7 | 1 | 1 | 17 | ||
| Horse | 1 | 171 ft | 7 ft | #3,397 | #54 | 1 | ||||||
| Hike | 92 | 109 miles | 10,049 ft | 40 miles | 1,083 ft | #836 | #4 | 7 | 19 | 1 | 652 | |
| Trail Running | 90 | 109 miles | 10,049 ft | 40 miles | 1,083 ft | #2,145 | #12 | 19 | 130 | |||
| Snowmobile | 1 | 3,074 ft | 108 ft | 1,841 ft | 108 ft | #350 | #11 | |||||
| Snowshoe | 68 | 82 miles | 7,119 ft | 29 miles | 1,083 ft | #333 | #8 | 20 | ||||
| Downhill Ski | 95 | 23 miles | 15,892 ft | 22 miles | 774 ft | #237 | #2 | 3 | 543 | |||
| Nordic Ski | 62 | 72 miles | 4,646 ft | 25 miles | 1,083 ft | #371 | #12 | 117 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Lutsen?
Lutsen has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lutsen?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lutsen are:
- Mystery Mountain (4.1/5)
- Hall Loop (0/5)
- North Shore Mountains Ski Trail (0/5)
- Massie-Hall Connector (0/5)
- Ullr Loop Connector (0/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Lutsen?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Lutsen are:
- June (65 activities)
- January (11 activities)
- July (8 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Lutsen?
There are 8 parking locations listed in Lutsen. The most popular parking spots are:
- Parking
- SHT - Lutsen Mountain Recreation Area Trailhead Parking
- Parking
- SHT - White Sky Rock Spur Trailhead Parking
- Norpine Ski Trails Parking
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What is the longest trail in Lutsen?
The longest trail in Lutsen is C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail at 12.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Lutsen?
The best hiking trails in Lutsen are:
- Cascade Falls Trail
- Oberg Mountain Loop
- Campground Connector
- Parking Lot Connector
- Superior Hiking Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Lutsen?
The best trail running trails in Lutsen are:
- NCT/SHT - Oberg Mountain to Lutsen Mountains Recreation Area
- NCT/SHT - Lutsen Mountain Recreation Area to Caribou Trail
- NCT/SHT - Caribou Trail to Cascade River State Park
- NCT/SHT - (ALT) Cascade River State Park to Pine Lake Road
- C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail
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How many trails are in Lutsen?
Lutsen has a total of 185 trails. Of those, 17 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Lutsen to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lutsen?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Lutsen is C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail with 661 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Lutsen?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Lutsen is C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail with 947 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Lutsen?
Lutsen supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Lutsen?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Lutsen is SHT - West Lake Agnes Campsite Access Trail with an average grade of 17.9%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Lutsen?
Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Lutsen. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Lutsen?
The overall region status for Lutsen is Clear / Green. Out of 15 trails:
- Clear / Green: 13
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Lutsen?
Yes, Lutsen supports e-bike riding. There are 1 trails in Lutsen 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 Lutsen?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Lutsen are: View all mountain biking routes in Lutsen.
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What type of bike is most common in Lutsen?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Lutsen are:
- XC (4 activities)
- AM (3 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Lutsen?
The highest summit in Lutsen is Eagle Mountain at 2,300 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Lutsen?
The most popular Strava segments in Lutsen are:
- Mystery Mtn Singletrack (2,820 athletes)
- Poplar River Popper (296 athletes)
- Massie Loop Climb (272 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Lutsen?
There are currently 1 closed trails in Lutsen. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 13
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
- Closed: 1
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Are there local clubs or events in Lutsen?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Lutsen directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Lutsen?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Lutsen are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Lutsen?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Lutsen are:
- North Shore Mountains Ski Trail (0/5)
- Connector (0/5)
- Connector (0/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- BP 1 Campsite Camping
- Gondola Overlook Viewpoint
- Mystery Mountain Overlook Viewpoint
- Summit Chalet Lodge
- Lutsen Mountain Snowsports Center Lodge
- Cascade River State Park Campground Camping
- BP 4 Campsite Camping
- BP 3 Campsite Camping
- BP 2 Campsite Camping
- West Lake Agnes Campsite Camping
- Eagle Mountain (2,300 ft)
- Moose Mountain (1,683 ft)
- Eagle Mountain (1,647 ft)
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