Cross-Country Ski Trail Conditions on the Gunflint Trail

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TRAIL CONDITIONS

• Central Gunflint Trail System Conditions Update/Notes: From Golden Eagle Lodge: 1/11/2026: We received another 3/4 of an inch of snow overnight so all trails were groomed again early this morning. We're up to nearly 13 inches of snow received in the last 7 days - conditions are fantastic! The lake crossings have a solid base now and are free of slush. The skijoring trail is also up and running. Beautiful weather for skiing!  (Zach Baumann, Golden Eagle Lodge)

• Firsthand Trail Reports from Skinnyski.com: 1/9/2026: Our group had a wonderful week of skiing. Excellent grooming with fresh snow. Excellent trail conditions! (Nan Haarmeyer)

Grooming frequently occurs between the release of new trail reports. For the most up to date grooming information, as well specific trail conditions, please contact Golden Eagle Lodge (218-388-2203) or Bearskin Lodge (218-388-2292). Central Gunflint Ski Pass Required.

 

TRAIL CONDITIONS

• Date: 1/11/2026
• Upper Gunflint Trail System Conditions Update/Notes: From Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters: 1/11/2026: We were out grooming the cross country ski trails early this morning. North Star and Upper West End were the only ones that didn't get done yesterday. The whole system has been groomed since yesterday's snow event. The conditions are really good right now with good snow depth and no rocks. We got a dusting of snow last night. (John Fredrikson)
•  Detailed trail grooming report here: https://gunflint.com/trail-report/ 

• Firsthand Trail Reports from Skinnyski.com: 

A Note to Skiers with 4 legged friends! Amperage is the ONLY Ski trail pups are allowed on. Please keep in mind when planning a trip!

Visit Gunflint Lodge & Outfitters or Gunflint Pines Resort & Campground to purchase your Upper Gunflint Ski Trail pass! Proceeds support the upkeep and grooming of the trail system. 

TRAIL CONDITIONS

• Date: 1/11/2026
• Snowfall last 24 hrs: 3"
• Trail Base: 6"
• Depth in Woods: 20"
• Trail Conditions Update/Notes from the Banadad Trail Association: 1/11/2026: Our groomers just completed grooming the first 10 km of the Banadad Trail. The trail is cleared, packed, and groomed from the East End Trailhead, skiing west for 10 km; single track classic. The East End Trailhead parking lot is plowed for parking. This is the same section we opened last year. We worked very hard clearing to open this section. Grooming plans: The downfall has been very difficult, and we have plans to try to get the entire trail open for next year's season. The issue is the very overgrown and difficult-to-reach center 8 km of the trail. The West End Trailhead is also cleared for 7 km (skiing toward the east) but only for backcountry skiing. It will not be packed or tracked again this year. The West End Trailhead is also plowed for parking. (Andy Jenks, Banadad Trail Association)

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• Link to recent article about the Skiing the Banadad Trail by Quetico Superior Wilderness News.

• Firsthand Trail Reports, from SkinnySki.com: