Grand Marais & Gunflint Trails
The Cook County Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club welcomes you to the beautiful North Shore of Minnesota! Whether you are sledding with your pals or family, we have many miles of well-groomed trails that are sure to please any "sledder." Our trails are interconnected with many miles of state snowmobile trails. Be sure to be on the lookout for abundant wildlife that may cross your path including moose, wolves, coyotes and fox. We offer many winter activities and gatherings throughout the season. We offer many events throughout the season, our annual kick-off party (not to be missed) every December, three drag races a year, fun run, and the annual Trout Derby. The Cook County Ridge Riders is an organization that strives to be family-friendly. We are dedicated to snowmobiling and safe family fun. Be sure to check out our schedule of activities for winter fun! We look forward to seeing you!
Current Trail Conditions/Notes: From The Cook County Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club: 12/1/2025: Happy trail opening day! We have brushed and put money towards lots of trail work & improvements this Fall. We are not grooming yet- need more snow- so use at your own risk. Beware of swamps, lakes, or any water areas. Cold temps in the forecast will help the ice building. Cheers!
Click here for snowmobile trail map.
This Year's Event Calendar
Get ready to have some fun!
Dec 13: Snowmobile Club Kickoff Party at Up Yonder
Starts @ 5:00PM Live Music By: 4 on the Floor
1615 W Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN 55604
Jan 24: Drag Races at Skyport Lodge
11AM
205 Fireweed Ln, Grand Marais, MN 55604
https://www.skyportlodge.com
Jan 31: FUN RUN!
Register on Friday January 30th: 4-6PM or Saturday Jan 31: 9-11AM
Register at Hungry Jack Lodge or Skyport Lodge.
Please make sure you visit all our sponsors including: White Pine Lodge, Gunflint Lodge, Gunflint Pines, Poplar Haus, Trail Center
Feb 14: Drag Races at Hungry Jack Lodge
11AM
372 Hungry Jack Rd, Gunflint Trail
https://hungryjacklodge.com/
Mar 7: Drag Races - Poplar Haus
11AM
7890 Gunflint Trail, Gunflint Trail
https://poplarhaus.com/
Mar 14: Annual Trout Derby - West Bearskin Lake
9AM
Lutsen Trails
Schroeder/Tofte Trails
Current Trail Conditions /Notes: From Superior Timberwolves Sportsman's Club:
Grand Portage Trails
Grand Portage Lodge & Casino - Information available at Lodge Front Desk; 218-475-2401
Current Trail Conditions & Grooming Dates: From Grand Portage Lodge & Casino
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Skyline Trail
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Rengo Road
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Partridge Falls
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Chevan's Road
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Cowboy Loop
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Reservation River Trail
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Mount Sophie Trail
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Moose Ridge Trail
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Section 11
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Trout Lake Trail
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Teal Lake Trail
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Sawmill Loop
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5 Dog
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North Lake Road
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Hollow Rock
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Joe's Road
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Teal Lake Cut Across
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Nika Trail .
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C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail
Current Trail Conditions/Notes: From the MN DNR:
- Condition: Poor/bare ground
- Detailed Trail Conditions Here.
Contact: For more North Shore State Trail info call 218-834-1430. Email: info.dnr@state.mn.us. Contact hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail is a 146 mile natural surface trail from Duluth to Grand Marais. The trail runs through St. Louis, Lake and Cook counties in northeastern Minnesota, winding its way through the forests on the ridgeline overlooking Lake Superior. The trail provides access to some of the most rugged and beautiful scenery in Minnesota. In winter, the trail connects with hundreds of miles of snowmobile club trails and many communities in the area.
About C.J. Ramstad: Known as "Mr. Snowmobiling," C.J. Ramstad (1945-2007) was a passionate, highly respected journalist and photographer in the off-road community. For nearly 40 years he dedicated his life to the promotion, preservation and enjoyment of Minnesota snowmobiling and off-road riding. His tireless efforts ensured that trails, and the access they provided, were open for all to enjoy. Ramstad often declared the North Shore State Trail a "treasure," and a favorite among the many he traveled.
Requires MN "State Trail" Snowmobile Permit Sticker in addition to the regular registration. You are required to have this permit only if you are riding the designated MN State Trail System or a Grant-In-Aid Trail. This includes the Gunflint Snowmobile Trail System and the Expressway Trail near Devil Track Lake. Grand Portage Trail system does not require this permit. See more information about Minnesota State Snowmobile Trail permit requirements and how to purchase Here
Getting to The C.J. Ramstad/North Shore State Trail:
- Duluth: From I35, take the 21st Ave. east exit to Woodland Ave. Turn right on Woodland Ave, follow to the Martin Rd., turn right. Parking is half mile down on the right.
- Normanna Road: From Duluth take Cty. 37 north to Cty. 44, turn right, proceed for 1.2 miles, right on Cty. 38, lot is 1 mile east on left.
- Two Harbors: From Hwy. 61 go north on Cty. 2 for 7 miles, right on Twp. 25, lot on right.
- Beaver Bay: From Hwy. 61 go north on Cty. 4 which turns into Forest Highway 11, 9.5 miles on right.
- Finland: From Highway 61, take Highway 1 to Finland, turn right on County Road 7, trail is one and one half miles on the right.
- Lutsen From Hwy. 61 take County Road 4 north for six miles, lot on right.
