Tioga Thrillseeker
Minnesota Mountain Bike Series
Aug 10, 2025
Grand Rapids, MN
Mountain Bike
About
Conquer historic mines and cruise machine-built trails in Northern Minnesota.
The Tioga Thrillseeker MTB Race, happening August 10, 2025, is a dynamic cross-country event at Minnesota’s Tioga Recreation Area. As part of the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series, the race offers challenges for all skill levels. Riders navigate purpose-built singletrack with berms, rollers, and varied elevation along the historic Tioga iron mine pit—making for both a thrilling and scenic race experience. Expect nonprofit-driven community spirit and post-race fun by the water.
COURSE DETAILS
Machine-built singletrack with berms, rollers, and a prominent climb to the top of the former Tioga iron mine pit.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Machine-built singletrack on historic mining terrain
- Climb to the top of the Tioga iron mine pit
- Scenic views of water-filled mine pits
- Post-race beach access for swimming
- Part of the Minnesota Mountain Bike Series, supporting trail advocacy and local community
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
Exact course length not specified; Tioga Recreation Area boasts 25 miles of trail, with race segments varying by category.
Elevation: Cohasset, MN sits at ~1,320 ft (402 m); course elevation gain not specified but includes a climb up the old mine pit.
Machine-built singletrack, berms, rollers, hilly/ex-mining terrain.