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Central Gunflint Ski Trails
The Central Gunflint Ski Trails are located approximately halfway up the Gunflint Trail. They are made up of 47 km of intertwined loops groomed for classic skiing with some areas for skate skiing. Trails range from easy to difficult. These trails are in a beautiful location with many scenic views of lakes and woodlands. Parts are also within the area of the 2007 Ham Lake fire, so you will be able to visit a recovering forest thick with the low vegetation preferred by moose, snowshoe hare, and other animals. Trails are maintained by area lodges and resorts, so you will have to purchase a permit from them to help pay for the maintenance.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Visit the Visit Cook County website for current conditions on the Central Gunflint Ski Trails. |
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| Fees: | Most of the Central Gunflint Ski Trails are privately maintained and a fee is required by the maintaining organization to use the trails. The fee is payable and permits are available at several of the local lodges and resorts. The same permit is good for the entire Central Gunflint Ski Trail area, but a separate permit is needed for the Upper Gunflint Ski Area. Visit the Gunflint Trail Association website to find out more about where to pick up a permit for these trails. |
| Permit Info: | You do not need a Great Minnesota Ski Pass for most of the Central Gunflint Ski Trails since they are privately maintained. However, you will need to obtain a permit by paying a fee to the area lodges and resorts for trail maintenance. The permit is available at many of the area lodges and resorts. |
| Information Center: | Gunflint Ranger District Email | Call | Address | Webpage |
Activities
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Skiing is excellent on the Central Gunflint Ski Trails with higher amounts of snow than along the shore of Lake Superior. Trails of varying difficulty give skiers long straight runs as well as challenging hills, all in a beautiful wild area.
