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886 ft
Distance
6 ft
Climb
-20 ft
Descent
1,228 ft
High Point
-12 ft
Altitude change
1,206 ft
Altitude min
1,221 ft
Altitude start
1,211 ft
Altitude end
-1.3%
Grade
-13.8%
Grade max
8.2%
Grade min
174 ft
Distance climb
299 ft
Distance down
367 ft
Distance flat

Goose Return Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
  • Riding Area
    Cuyuna Lakes - Mahnomen Unit (South)
    Crosby-Ironton, Minnesota
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
  • Global Ranking
    #195949 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #47091 in E-Biking
    • #90473 in Trail Running
    • #71275 in Hiking
    • #9647 in Snowshoeing
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Snow Grooming
    Groomed Smooth
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat, CX, Gravel
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    April to November
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Year Opened
    2022
  • Land Owner
    Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR)

Trail Type: Singletrack (XC/AM)

Trail Experience: A short flowy section of trail connecting up Backcountry Connector 1-way & Backcountry Connector 2-way to Galloping Goose.

Access Info

From Backcountry Connector 2-Way

Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 14 rides
  • 21 miles average
6 Months
  • 145 rides
  • 19 miles avg distance
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  • 483 rides
  • Last: Aug 14, 2026
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        Directions to goose-return trailhead (46.484870, -94.012830)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Goose Return

        ▼ Where is Goose Return located?
        Goose Return is located in Cuyuna Lakes - Mahnomen Unit (South), Crosby-Ironton, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Cuyuna Lakes - Mahnomen Unit (South) trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.48487, -94.01283.
        ▼ How hard is Goose Return?
        Goose Return is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 1.3%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Goose Return?
        Goose Return has 6 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 20 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,206 ft to 1,228 ft.
        ▼ Is Goose Return a point to point trail?
        Yes, Goose Return is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Goose Return?
        Goose Return is 886 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Goose Return?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Goose Return. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Goose Return?
        Goose Return is best visited during: April to November.
        ▼ How do I access Goose Return? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Goose Return are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How busy is Goose Return?
        Goose Return is a very popular trail. There have been 1,443 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,613 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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