Trails: Giants Ridge, a full-service four-season resort, grooms 60 km (36 miles) of trails for cross-country skiing. Most of the trails are groomed for classic and skating and a 3 km trail is lighted for night skiing. Several trails can be accessed by chairlift. Trail fees: XC ski pass: adults & teens $12, children $5 (winter 2009-10) Tel.: 1-800-688-7669, 218-865-3000 Snow report: Trail conditions are reported on the resort's website Nearest town: Biwabik, MN Web site:Giants Ridge Trail map: Available at the resort and on the resort's website Equipment rentals: XC ski equipment and snowshoes Ski lessons: Private lessons by reservation Other winter activities: Alpine skiing & snowboarding, biathlon, snowshoeing Facilities: Day lodge, cafeteria, warming shelters Lodging on site: The resort offers 92 suites, 14 condos and a dormitory. Lodging nearby: Virginia and Eveleth have several hotels and other accommodations. Tourism info:Lake Vermilion Resorts | Iron Range Visitors Bureau Weather forecast:Biwabik Location of trails: Giants Ridge Resort is located about 4 miles north of Biwabik on Co Rd 138, approximately a three-hour drive north of the Twin Cities. Check the MN DOT road conditions before driving. Map of local region:Giants Ridge Resort
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