Dirty Squirrel Gravel Grind

🪅 Festival
⛰️ Scenic
🧰 Supported
🏆 Prizes
Event Date

Sep 6, 2025

Location

Minocqua,WI

Discipline

Gravel

About

Conquer Wisconsin’s Northwoods on gravel roads and forest trails!

Minocqua Winter Park's 5th Annual Dirty Squirrel Gravel Grind  returns to Minocqua, Wisconsin in September. Riders can choose from four scenic courses that follow a mix of wide gravel roads and non-technical ski trails winding through the iconic Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The event is designed for all skill levels, features staggered start times for family-friendly participation, and supports the maintenance of local trail systems.

COURSE DETAILS

Multiple route options—20, 40, 60, and 80 miles—take riders on gravel roads and groomed ski trails through Minocqua Winter Park and the surrounding Northwoods.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Family-friendly with staggered start times
  • Post-race food served from 11:00 AM
  • Supports Minocqua Winter Park’s trail system
  • Scenic Northwoods gravel and trail riding
  • Aid station will be available for the 40, 60, and 80-mile routes.

RIDE TYPES

Endurance

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

3-mile (Mini-Nut), 20-mile (Little Nut), 40-mile (Big Nut), 60-mile (Roasted Nut), and 80-mile (Cracked Nut)

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Not specified

Terrain

Gravel roads and non-technical ski trails

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