Detroit Mountain Recreational Area is an excellent destination for both Cross Country (XC) and downhill mountain biking enthusiasts. With over 15 miles of single-track trails, we offer trails for every type of skill level.

Our scenic XC singletrack trails offer riders options to loop and link as many miles as desired along with a memorable experience. Our downhill trails are perfect for the advanced technical riders who have experience taking jumps, drops, and steep descents. To access the downhill trails, use the Sasquatch switchback climb or take the chair lift access option on weekends starting Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend.

PLEASE NOTE:

Sandals and open toe footwear are not allowed. Please wear closed toe shoes.

ALL DOWNHILL TRAILS WITH HIGHER RISK FEATURES OR ELEVATED WOOD FEATURES WILL BE CLOSED OUTSIDE OF LIFT OPERATION HOURS.

Sasquatch Climb, Terrapin Turnpike & Peek-A-Boo Trails will remain open.

Dawn-Dusk *Weather Permitting

Group Ride Opportunities:

Detroit Mountain Recreation Area has expanded its footprint thanks to a $1.2 million grant from the state’s Legacy Fund!

This grant allowed us to add a new Natural Playground Area, a skills trail, and 3 miles of new singletrack and 3 downhill trails. We also added new paving and landscaping around the tubing hill along with other improvements to the park.

The Legacy funds awarded by the state totaled $1,246,000. Detroit Mountain pledged a matching grant contribution of $250,000, and the City of Detroit Lakes pledged another $100,000 – bringing the grand total for the projects to $1,596,000!