Gamehaven Lakeside Grind
May 18, 2025
Rochester, MN
Mountain Bike
About
Conquer lakeside trails and fresh singletrack in Rochester’s scenic Gamehaven!
The Gamehaven Lakeside Grind, kicking off the 2025 Minnesota Mountain Bike Series on May 18, delivers exhilarating cross-country mountain biking at Gamehaven Scout Reservation and Sports and Activities Park in Rochester, MN. Riders of all levels will enjoy a mix of wooded singletrack and lakeside views, with challenging natural terrain meticulously maintained by the Rochester Active Sports Club. New trail sections debut this year, and on-site amenities, like pool restrooms, make for a welcoming, family-friendly race atmosphere. Medals await top finishers, and the event embodies the inclusive spirit of the long-standing Minnesota Mountain Bike Series.
COURSE DETAILS
Course features mixed singletrack with natural obstacles, wooded stretches, and scenic sections by the lake. Trails are maintained and enhanced by local volunteers, with new segments added for 2025.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- New trail sections expanding technical and flow options
- Family-friendly atmosphere with medals for all classes
- On-site pool restrooms and changing facilities
- Part of a 35-year-old inclusive mountain bike series
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
Exact 2025 distance pending (historically ~10–15 miles; final updates closer to race day).
Rochester elevation ~1,030 ft / Course elevation gain: TBA (expect rolling southeastern MN terrain).
Singletrack with natural features, wooded areas, and lakeside vistas. Some new trail built for 2025.