SUMMER FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
The Rental Shop is open Wednesday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the spring season. Call 218-865-3002 for an appointment needed outside of these hours of operation.
DISC GOLF
Drive your discs at one of Minnesota's best disc golf courses! Situated in over 180 acres of wilderness with over 10,000 feet of fairway distance, our course is one of the world's largest. Our 18-hole mountain course has dual concrete tees and multiple pin placements. We have a pro shop, practice tee, and driving range. Instruction is available. Average play time for 18 holes is 2-1/2 hours.
Season Passes:
Adult Season Pass - $60
Age 12 and younger - $40
Daily Rates:
Adult Rate - $5 (includes access to course all day)
Children - $3 (ages 12 and under)
Disc Rental - $5 (includes 3 discs and a carrying bag) + a $5 deposit for lost discs or a $2 additional charge for each disc lost.
Disc Golf Course Map
Disc Golf Virtual Tour
Professional Disc Golf Association Web Site
Live Footage: Great Divide Disc Golf Tournament at Giants Ridge, 2007
BIKE RENTAL & REPAIR
Mountain Biking: Climb 40KM of mountainside trails, consisting of single track, cross country ski trails, snowmobile trails, and abandoned logging roads. This is Minnesota recreation at its finest! The best time to mountain bike is May through October. Transportation is available to the summit for riding the backside of the mountaIn.
Biking on the Paved Mesabi Trail: Cruise in comfort on the 90 miles of paved Mesabi Trail. Season: Trails are open Spring through Fall; mid-August through October is recommended. Bike quantities are limited.
Mountain Bike Trail Map PDF Download
Take a virtual tour of the Mountain Biking Trails at Giants Ridge
Trail Bike (Standard 21-speed with a seat post shocks)
1st Hour - $12
2nd Hour - $6
Half Day - $22 (5 hours)
Full Day - $30 (24 hours or less)
Comfort & Cross Bike
1st Hour - $12
2nd Hour - $6
Half Day - $22 (5 hours)
Full Day - $30 (24 hours or less)
Juvenile Bike (27-speed with rox shock)
1st Hour - $6
2nd Hour - $3
Half Day - $11 (5 hours)
Full Day - $22 (24 hours or less)
Performance Bike (16" wheel, one speed only)
Half Day - $30 (5 hours)
Full Day - $60 (24 hours or less)
Child Trailer
Full Day - $8 (24 hours or less)
Trail Passes Required
Daily Pass - $5
Season Pass - $50
FISHING & BOATING
You'll find hundreds of Minnesota's 10,000 lakes right here in northeastern Minnesota. Wynne and Sabin are right here at Giants Ridge; Embarrass Lake & River border the resort. Our crystal clear lakes are abundant with walleye, northern pike, crappies (pronounced croppies) and bass OR fish our beautiful grand canyon-like reclaimed mine pit lakes stocked with rainbow, brook and lake trout. We'll help you select a route to fit your skill level and schedule. Waercraft rentals include paddles and life vests. For more information about fishing in northeastern Minnesota, visit: http://www.ironrange.org/recreation/fishing.
Kayak (1 person)
1st Hour - $10
Add'l. Hour - $6
Half Day - $20 (4 hours or less)
Full Day - $30 (24 hours or less)
* 2-hour minimum rental
Kayak (2 person)
1st Hour - $12
Add'l. Hour - $6
Half Day - $25 (4 hours or less)
Full Day - $38 (24 hours or less)
* 2-hour minimum rental
Aluminum Canoe
1st Hour - $12
Add'l. Hour - $8
Half Day - $25 (4 hours or less)
Full Day - $38 (24 hours or less)
* 2-hour minimum rental
Future Beach Paddle Boat (2-person)
Half Day - $25 (5 hours)
Full Day - $30 (24 hours or less)
Fishing Boat (14-foot with motor)
Half Day - $50 (4 hours or less)
Full Day - $65 (24 hours or less)
$50 propeller damage deposit required.
FLYBAR POGO STICKS
As seen on YouTube.com. $6 per hour. Safety gear included.
THREE COLOR WALKS
Choose from three different walks, ranging from 1 hr. to 2 hrs. Levels of hiking from easy to moderate/advanced. Call 865-3003 to reserve a spot. Walks are held from 1-2:30 pm weekdays, ages 5 and up are welcome, cost is $4 per person, and sturdy lace-up shoes are recommended.
Easiest - 1 Hr. Laurentian Divide Walk: Come and explore the unique geology of Giants Ridge and the Laurentian Divide. Take a Ranger Ride to the top of Giants Ridge, observe great views and fall colors from the Observation Deck, and enjoy a leisurely downhill hike while exploring the history of the Laurentian Divide. This trail is not signed, but follows the Ranger path. (A walking stick, or ski poles, are helpful on the way down. Be sure to bring a camera!)
THE NEXT TWO TRAILS ARE NEWLY SIGNED WITH GREEN AND WHITE TRAIL MARKERS. AT TRAIL INTERSECTIONS, ALWAYS FOLLOW THE GREEN AND WHITE ARROWS OR SIGNS.
Moderate - 2 Hr. Cedar/Alpine Trail: This is my personal favorite for variety, and will be featured in the Mesabi Daily News Tracks & Trails Feature. This trail starts at the Nordic Timing building, and winds up the Cat Track at the edge of the Alpine Area. To your left are the rugged runs of the North Face, to your right are glimpses of the Legend Golf Course. The ascent is gradual, at the end of the Alpine Area the trail heads into the woods, winding around the twists and turns of the Cedar X-C trail. There are a variety of trees here, birch, poplar, oak, maple, white pines, and cedar (of course!) Chances are good to see ruffed grouse & deer. Fall colors will be great, some maples are already in full color. When you're ready for a change of scenery, the trail opens out at the top of Giants Ridge with great views all around! Walk down to the Race deck on Helsinki (straight ahead) for some picture-taking, then head down the alpine run "Easy Way", for a descent with a moderate angle. The trail ends at the bottom of Placid, right in front of the Lodge.
Moderate to Advanced - 1 Hr. Silver /Laurentian Trail: This winding,rolling trail starts at the North driveway to the Ridge, right next to the Golf Course cart path. It follows the cart path, then splits off onto a gravel path that winds gradually uphill. As you walk along here, look to your left for a wetland area with a good-size beaver lodge on the far side. The trail then leaves the gravel path, and turns into the woods. Glimpses of Sabin Lake peek through on the right, and this portion of trail has tall, beautiful stands of white birch. As the trail turns back towards the Laurentian, the white pines and maple become more numerous. At the half-way point, there is a shelter-firepit area, perfect for a short stop or a picnic lunch. On the way back, you'll encounter at least one short, steep uphill climb, and then the trail connects up where it started. The smooth nature of the turf is excellent for hikers, runners, or bikers. ( I saw at least 10 different kinds of mushrooms along this trail. Fall colors were just starting here.)