Mt. Itasca Winter Sports Center
A multi-sport winter facility in Coleraine offering downhill skiing and snowboarding, snow tubing, cross-country skiing, and a biathlon complex — one of few U.S. sites combining all of these.
Official website →Things to Do
Winter Recreation
Coleraine is home to Mt. Itasca, one of the few U.S. facilities combining downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, ski jumping, and biathlon at a single site — right in town.
Winter operations depend on weather and current conditions. Confirm availability before your visit.
Itasca County Snowmobile Trails
A county-wide network of groomed snowmobile trails maintained by local clubs and the DNR Grant-In-Aid program, with maps available for the Avenza app.
Official website →Thanksgiving Week & Early Winter
Opening Right as Winter Arrives
Northwoods Escape is expected to open Thanksgiving week 2026 — right around when Northern Minnesota's early winter season begins. Snow cover and trail conditions this early in the season vary year to year, so confirm current conditions with Mt. Itasca or local trail organizations before planning winter activities during that window.
Plan Your Winter Trip
Join the early-access list to be notified when booking opens.
Join the Early Access List