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☀️ Last weekend of summer! ☀️
We’re open all weekend long, including Labor Day Monday – so don’t miss your chance to ride, play, and soak up the views before fall kicks in. 🍂

🚵 MTB Fall Pass Sale starts September 2!
Buy next year’s pass at the lowest price of the season — and new passholders can add on this fall for just $60.

Starting September 4th, our Fall Hours begin – with Adventure Park and Lift-Served Mountain Biking running weekends through MEA.

Make the most of these warm days and come celebrate the season at Spirit Mountain! 🍁

👉 Details & hours: spiritmt.com

August is Here, but Summer Isn’t Over Yet!
There’s still time to soak in the sunshine, take in the amazing view and squeeze in one last adventure before the school bell rings. August has arrived, but summer fun is far from finished at Spirit Mountain!

Ride the alpine coaster, explore the Adventure Park, or catch stunning views from the scenic lift. Thrill-seekers—don’t miss out on lift-served mountain biking on some of the best trails in the Midwest. Whether you’re chasing speed, flow, or just want to roll through the woods, our trails are calling.

Make it a day trip or a weekend to remember—there’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy. Gather your crew and head up to Spirit Mountain—summer’s still calling! 🌞⛰️🎢🚵

Summer hours run through Labor Day!!

Who’s ready for another great weekend at the hill?
The Adventure Park is open 10 AM – 5 PM all weekend long! 🎢🌲☀️


The Bike Park will reopen today and is expected to stay open through the weekend. After a week of frequent rain, many trails still need more time to fully dry and recover. We’ll start the day with a limited number of trails open, with more added as conditions improve and our crew is able to access them.
👉 Please check the trail report for the most up-to-date info on what’s open.

👉 Check the trail report


🎶 Live Music Friday is back!
Don’t forget to join us tonight at the Riverside Bar & Grill for an evening of great tunes, tasty food, and good vibes.

🌤 The weather looks great, so we’ll be on the outdoor stage!

🎤 Breanne Tepler’s Trio
📍 Grand Ave Chalet – Riverside Bar & Grill
🗓️ Friday, July 25
🕕 6 PM – 8 PM

Kick back with a drink, grab a bite, and enjoy live music surrounded by the beauty of Spirit Mountain.

🎟️ Free & family-friendly — don’t miss it!

Operations Update for Thursday 7/24: Bike Park Closed | Adventure Park & Scenic Lift Open

The bike park will be closed on Thursday due to heavy rainfall. The trails were still saturated from the previous week's rain and will need time to dry out before they’re safe to ride. Our crew will be out inspecting, and we’ll share updates on weekend operations as conditions allow.

The Adventure Park will be open from 10 AM to 5 PM, and the Scenic Lift will run from 11 AM to 5 PM — — it should be a great day to zip, slide, and take in the views!

🎉 Monday Funday at the Hill! 🎉

Skip the lines and elevate your day with an All-Access Wristband for just $50—that’s full Adventure Park plus lift access, all in one! 🌟
Limited supply—available online only!
🔗 Snag yours now: https://spiritmountain.connectintouch.com/adventure-park

Ride the coaster, conquer the chairlift, and make Monday epic. See you on the hill! 🚵‍♂️💥

🌄 Mountain Message: Bike Duluth Festival Starts Today! 🚵‍♂️

It’s go time! The Bike Duluth Festival kicks off today, and Spirit Mountain is the center of it all. From high-speed racing to laid-back riding, this weekend is a celebration of bikes, community, and Duluth’s incredible trail system.

🎉 Festival Details & Schedule
Check out all the race times, clinics, vendors, food trucks, and more at BikeDuluthFestival.com. There is also still time for last-minute sign-ups! If you ever wanted to try racing, there's a race here for you.

🚵 Here to Ride, Not Race?
You’re welcome, too! Spirit Mountain’s trails are open all weekend for non-racers; however, please note that some trails will be closed during active race times. Watch for signage, course marshals, and trail updates to plan your ride and stay safe.

Festival Camping at the Top
Camping is available right at the Skyline Chalet in Lots A, B, and C. Find a spot, set up, and roll into the festival from the trails near the woods line. Or drive to the Grand Avenue base — it’s about a 10-minute trip.

🎢 Adventure Park is Open!
Not riding? No problem! Enjoy alpine slides, scenic chairlift rides, and more at the Adventure Park all weekend long.

Let’s ride, cheer, and make the most of this epic weekend on the hill. See you out there!

⏰ 2-Hour Delay for Bike Park today, Thursday, July 17th

The Bike Park will open at 1PM today (closing at 7PM) to give our trails a little extra time to dry out. Our trail crew has been out since this morning working hard—opening drains and inspecting conditions after the rain. The trails just need a little more time to get things dialed in for a great ride.

🎢 While you wait, the Adventure Park is open from 10AM-5PM and Scenic Chairlift Rides are open from 11AM–7PM—perfect for a little pre-ride fun.

We’re getting stoked for Bike Duluth Fest this weekend and can’t wait to see everyone! #SeeYouAtSpirit

July at Spirit Mountain

July is stacked with summer fun! From lift-served biking and live music to hands-on summer camps and one of Minnesota’s biggest mountain bike festivals, now’s the time to make Spirit Mountain your summer playground.


🚴‍♂️ July 18–20 – Bike Duluth Festival

Get ready for three days of high-speed action, group rides, demos, kids’ activities, and more during the Bike Duluth Festival, right here at Spirit Mountain Bike Park!

Minnesota’s premier mountain biking event with races for expert to beginner riders! This is mountain biking at its best. Whether you’re a free-ridin’ adrenaline junkie, mile crushing cruiser, or a family craving adventure, good times are guaranteed. Get ready to celebrate Duluth’s world-class bike trails with three days of action-packed events!

Dry Festival Camping is available on-site! Stay close to the action with tent and RV camping options just steps from the trails. Reserve Festival Camping Here

👉 Details & Registration

https://www.bikeduluthfestival.com/races-registration


🎶 July 25 – Live Music at Grand Avenue Chalet

Kick back at the Spirit Mountain Grand Ave outdoor stage on Friday, July 25 from 5–8 PM with live music by the Breanne Tepler Trio. The Riverside Bar & Grill will be serving up food, drinks, and laid-back summer vibes.


🏕️ Summer Camps – Still Time to Register!

Our camps are in full swing but there’s still room for your young adventurers:

  • Adventure Camp (ages 6–12): Weekly sessions through Aug, with hiking, crafts, outdoor games & Adventure Park time
  • Lil Rippers MTB Camp (ages 5–9):
  • Weeklong MTB Camps (ages 9–15): Weekly session into August for those that want to work on Downhill skills and hit the trails.
  • Bikes, Bubbles, and Banana's: Thursday's from 10:30-11:45a every Thursday through summer! For the littlest shredders!

All camps include skill building, experienced coaches, and plenty of mountain fun!
👉 Learn More & Register


Women's Mountain Bike Clinic
Dates: July 31, August 7 & 14
Time: 5:30–7:30 PM (Park access included all three nights)

Join our signature women’s-only mountain bike program, led by certified female coaches. Designed to build confidence and skills in a supportive, fun environment. Perfect for beginner to intermediate riders—this isn’t an intense downhill clinic, but a safety-focused, skills-based experience that gets you out on the trails.

👉 Limited Space Available- Sign up Here


🌲 Summer Activities Daily

Come play! Spirit Mountain’s Adventure Park is open Thursday–Monday with:

  • Alpine Coaster
  • Scenic Chairlift Rides
  • Mini Golf, Zip Line, Disc Golf, Jumping Pillow


🏕️ Campground & Festival Camping

Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or the Bike Duluth Festival, Spirit Mountain Campground has tent sites, RV hookups, and unbeatable access to trails, parks, and events.
👉 Reserve Your Site

All Operations Are OPEN! 🙌

The Bike Park is open today, and trails are riding great after some dry time—come get your laps in! 🚵‍♀️
The Adventure Park is also open with the alpine coaster, scenic chairlift rides, and more family fun! 🎢🌲

Bike Park Hours:
• Monday, Thursday, Friday: 11 AM – 7 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM

Adventure Park Hours:
• Thursday-Monday : 10 AM – 5 PM

Make the most of it—see you at Spirit Mountain!

Operations Update: The Bike Park will be closed today, Saturday, 7/5, due to heavy rain from last night's storms and the continued rain this morning. The trails need some time to dry out once the rain ends.

The Adventure Park, including the Scenic Lift, will remain open from 10 AM to 5 PM, so come on out to enjoy a scenic chairlift ride, alpine coaster, or mini golf.