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      Tofte 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 Hiking, Trail Running, Nordic Skiing, Snowshoeing, Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking and Horseback. Trails here are often flowy. Scenery includes creeks, views and summits. Common trail features include bridges, rock gardens and berms. Amenities include picnic spots and restrooms. Popular destinations include Sugarbush Ski Trails, Britton Peak and Hogback Lake.
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Oct 2, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      53
      Trails Mountain Bike
      11
      Trails Gravel Bike
      9
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      51
      Trails Trail Running
      51
      Trails Snowshoe
      22
      Trails Nordic Ski
      23
      Total Distance
      98 miles
      Total Descent
      9,382 ft
      Total Vertical
      1,250 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,859 ft
      Reports
      163
      Photos
      126
      Completed Counter
      3,916

      Sub Regions

      Popular Tofte Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 4.9 • 9 miles • 1,154 ft • 749 •
      Jackpot Trail connects Britton Peak, near Tofte, to the Onion River Road. High Climber connects the Onion River Road to Lutsen Mountains. Together these trails form a long wilderness segment, offering a one-of-a-kind riding experience...
      • 85 ★ 4.7 • 2 miles • 52 ft • 568 •
      Fun flow trail, challenging rock garden en route.
      • 95 ★ 4.6 • 5 miles • 717 ft • 503 •
      High Climber runs from Skihill Rd at Lutsen to the Onion River road. the trail continues as Jackpot trial on the other side of Onion River road, for a total distance between trailheads of about 15 miles. This side is slightly easier...
      • 30 ★ 4.3 • 331 ft • 6 ft • 224 •
      Fun green flow style trail
      • 45 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 53 ft • 184 •
      Great gnarly trails, nice rock gardens bridges and flow!
      • 55 ★ 3.8 • 2 miles • 158 ft • 167 •
      A 1.3 miles intermediate level trail of flowy single track. Easy in technical skill, yet will test your fitness. Variety of trail features including unique boardwalks, long climbs and descents, and fun rock features.
      • 75 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 76 ft • 79 •
      Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used one direction and has a easy overall physical rating with a 76 ft green climb. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 0.0 • 571 ft • 6 ft • 35 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 6 ft blue climb. It features berm, bridge and roller coaster. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

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      Photos of Tofte Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Tofte Mountain Bike

      Is This Actually The Best Trail in the Midwest?
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      10:32 | 98 | Jul 27, 2026 , Tofte
      Is This Actually The Best Trail in the Midwest?
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      10:32 | 91 | Jul 27, 2026 , Tofte
      JACKPOT! Leaf Surfin' Minnesota's Best...
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      21:55 | 186 | Sep 26, 2024 , Tofte
      Hitting the Jackpot Trail! Epic Ride on 15...
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      26:07 | 467 | Mar 23, 2024 , Tofte
      Endless Flow - Mountain Biking Jackpot Trail...
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      18:45 | 375 | Oct 20, 2023 , Tofte
      Flowy Trails and Vibrant Fall Colors: Mountain...
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      20:40 | 301 | Oct 14, 2023 , Tofte
      youtuber North Shore Stealth Camping || Pincushion...
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      40:12 | 366 | Jul 31, 2023 , Tofte
      youtuber The BEST flow trail in Minnesota? || Jackpot...
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      16:23 | 1024 | Jul 4, 2022 , Tofte

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Jackpot
      Oct 2, 2026 @ 7:16am (America/Chicago)
      Oct 2, 2026
      IdealPerfect conditions; almost 100% bright...normaIZNAta
      Skookum Trail
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Chicago)
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      Flume
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Chicago)
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      Flume
      Sep 22, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Chicago)
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      High Climber
      Oct 30, 2025 @ 11:59am (America/Chicago)
      Oct 30, 2025
      IdealFall riding couldn't be better, get some!dirtcandy
      Short Stacker Access
      Jun 9, 2024 @ 1:31am
      Jun 9, 2024
      Idealdirtcandy
      Crosscut
      Jun 9, 2024 @ 1:31am
      Jun 9, 2024
      VariableOne tree down about halfway across upper...dirtcandy

      Activity Feed

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      Recent Comments

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      boxeytrailHigh ClimberFrom north to south, the climbing at the...
      Aug 9, 2026 @ 9:58am
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      MnDIBTtrailJackpotThis trail is amazing! Well built and well...
      Jul 12, 2026 @ 2:22pm
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      Craigutr2catrailSkookum TrailHad a lot of fun riding this with perfect...
      Jun 15, 2026 @ 7:36am
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      MicaHarjuH1PtrailHigh ClimberHigh Climber is in stellar condition right...
      Oct 11, 2025 @ 5:18pm
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      pkahnketrailJackpotThis is such a great trail. The amount of...
      Aug 21, 2025 @ 1:57pm
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      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1127 miles2,359 ft9 miles974 ft
      #4,052#221151622,245
      Gravel Bike927 miles2,005 ft11 miles978 ft
      #1,377#73211
      Winter Fat Bike321 miles2,300 ft8 miles397 ft
      #2,217#1477
      Horse1322 ft56 ft285 ft56 ft
      #3,471#5910
      Hike5187 miles8,615 ft34 miles1,250 ft
      #1,912#1411155426
      Trail Running5187 miles8,615 ft34 miles1,250 ft
      #3,113#15155136
      Snowshoe2235 miles4,587 ft14 miles1,214 ft
      #699#18214
      Nordic Ski2341 miles2,963 ft16 miles1,093 ft
      #574#172235

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Tofte?
      Tofte has 4 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Tofte?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Tofte are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Tofte?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Tofte are:
      • August (61 activities)
      • September (55 activities)
      • October (40 activities)
      Check the Tofte reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Tofte?
      There are 11 parking locations listed in Tofte. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Tofte?
      The longest trail in Tofte is Jackpot at 8.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ How many trails are in Tofte?
      Tofte has a total of 53 trails. Of those, 11 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Tofte to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Tofte?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Tofte is Jackpot with 1,154 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Tofte?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Tofte is Jackpot with 963 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Tofte?
      Tofte supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Tofte?
      The following bike services are available in Tofte:
      • Trail Association (1)
      Browse the full Tofte directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Tofte?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Tofte is Short Stacker Access with an average grade of 1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Tofte?
      Yes, there are 6 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Tofte. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Tofte?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Tofte are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Tofte?
      The overall region status for Tofte is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 8 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 6
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What type of bike is most common in Tofte?
      Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Tofte are:
      • AM (5 activities)
      • Fat (4 activities)
      • XC (2 activities)
      Check the Tofte activity logs for more details.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Tofte?
      The most popular Strava segments in Tofte are:
      • Raise up (2,462 athletes)
      • Mystery Mtn descent (2,455 athletes)
      • Onion River Road to Moose Mt (2,325 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Tofte.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Tofte?
      There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Tofte directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Tofte?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Tofte?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Tofte are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Tofte.
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