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3,907 ft
Distance
-415 ft
Descent
00:05:11
Avg time
-415 ft
Altitude change
1,425 ft
Altitude min
1,840 ft
Altitude max
1,840 ft
Altitude start
1,424 ft
Altitude end
-10.6%
Grade
-41.4%
Grade max
-1.9%
Grade min
3,907 ft
Distance down
00:05:11
Avg time

DH - Goliath Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Giants Ridge
    Biwabik, Minnesota
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #71139 in Mountain Biking
  • State Ranking
    #432 in Mountain Biking · Minnesota
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    May-Oct
  • eBike Allowed
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Drop, Jump, Gap Jump, Rock Face, Rock Garden
  • Year Opened
    2020
  • Land Owner

Don’t let the easy start fool you. Goliath is the Giant of the Ridge. The first descent is fast, chundery, and steep. The trail quickly transitions into two bohemith berms. The trail then starts to introduce some large jumps as you weave in and out of the ski runs. Be sure to be on your “A game” as you cross under the Sarajevo Express, you don’t want all your buddies on the lift to see you eat it The trail stays rowdy all the way back to the lift so be ready to slay the Giant!

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Access Info

Accessible from the top of the Sarajevo Express Chairlift. Check the Giants Ridge website for current operating hours.

Disclaimer

CLOSED whenever the chairlift is not operating.

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  • 25 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Oct 18, 2026
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DH - Goliath Trail Reports

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Oct 18, 2026 @ 9:34am (America/Chicago)
Oct 18, 2026
reporter Trails in excellent tacky conditions for a great last day of the season
Oct 17, 2026 @ 10:13am (America/Chicago)
Oct 17, 2026
reporter Tacky conditions. Goliath, Techonite, and Granite Gorge delayed due to frost. Skills park closed for event.
Oct 11, 2026 @ 10:13am (America/Chicago)
Oct 11, 2026
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Oct 10, 2026 @ 10:24am (America/Chicago)
Oct 10, 2026
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Oct 4, 2026 @ 9:54am (America/Chicago)
Oct 4, 2026
reporter Weather is forecasted to be sunny with highs in the mid to high 50’s and gusty wind up to 25 mph NNW. The trails are overall dry conditions this...
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on Oct 18, 2026
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Avg: 4.1 (3 votes)
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      Directions to dh-goliath trailhead (47.572550, -92.310130)

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      Goliath at Giants Ridge (09/2020)
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      2:53 | 605 | Sep 23, 2020 , Biwabik
      youtuber Riding Giants Ridge's Newest Trail – Goliath!
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      11:10 | 549 | Jul 7, 2020 , Biwabik
      4.4 ★★★★★
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      1 Review & Comments

      NLRides NLRides
      Video cannot do justice to how rugged this trail is. The opening rock garden is steep and fast. Be careful and stay in control, because once you're going its hard to stop on the giant rock slabs. Once you've made it out of the opening section, Goliath showcases what its all about: Tight, fast berms, steep lips and more rock gardens. I'm an intermediate rider, and this trail was just doable. If you aren't comfortable on Sector 12, definitely don't try Goliath. However, for advanced riders, this trail seems like an absolute blast. 10/10

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is DH - Goliath located?
      DH - Goliath is located in Giants Ridge, Biwabik, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Giants Ridge trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 47.57255, -92.31013.
      ▼ How hard is DH - Goliath?
      DH - Goliath is rated as Double Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 10.6%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for DH - Goliath?
      The trail has 415 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,425 ft to 1,840 ft.
      ▼ How long is DH - Goliath?
      DH - Goliath is 3,907 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on DH - Goliath?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on DH - Goliath. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride DH - Goliath?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride DH - Goliath are:
      • September (8 activities)
      • July (5 activities)
      • August (5 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access DH - Goliath? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to DH - Goliath are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride DH - Goliath?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride DH - Goliath. The trail is 3,907 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is DH - Goliath?
      DH - Goliath is a very popular trail. There have been 517 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,478 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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