Led By Volunteers, The Trail Care Crew
Works Tirelessly On Improving The Flow And Conditions
Of The Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails.

Riders from all over the world are flocking to the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails because of the variety of terrain, trails, and experiences.

From simple repair, to full re-building, to building new trail, the Trail Care Crew is making sure your ride on the red gold of Cuyuna is best you've ever had. Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Crew makes giving back to the trails easy. Whatever time and skills you have are always appreciated.

Strategically placed among the clear lakes and lush woodlands of central Minnesota, Cuyuna is among Minnesota's finest vacation destinations but it is also a wonderful place to call home or start a business. An area rich in history, Cuyuna was once a bustling center for iron ore mining. With the miners long gone, former excavation areas now sparkle with crystal clear water and deep-water trout. We now proudly host the beautiful 5,000 acre Cuyuna Country State Recreational Area and the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail system - each providing a wealth of activities from hiking to mountain biking.

A community-built facility, Cuyuna Regional Medical Center serves approximately 30,000 people in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes area. Our experienced physicians and staff bring a progressive, “can-do” approach to rural healthcare, delivering a wide range high-quality services through one convenient continuum of care. Over the years, strategic local partnerships and strong community support have enabled CRMC to evolve into a state-of-the-art medical campus that offers an array of services to residents throughout the region. In addition to a critical-access hospital, CRMC manages three physician clinics and a senior living community consisting of a care center, assisted living and memory care.

Cykel is a Cuyuna mountain bike shop located just blocks from the Cuyuna mountain bike trails area. Located at the base of the Ironton water tower. Cykel's bicycle shop offers bike sales, bike rental, and bike repairs as well as offering bicycle apparel and accessories in a variety of price points.

Welcome to Crosby where small town friendliness and service are a tradition. Built around Serpent Lake  in the heart of Cuyuna Country, the Crosby area offers dozens of beautiful natural lakes and  Minnesota's newest lakes. Today, the mines have closed and are filled with crystal-clear water, and the hills of overburden are covered in poplar and spruce. More than half our city is located within the 5,000 acre Cuyuna  State Recreation Area, which has more than 24 miles of natural shoreline, seven miles of paved bike trail, and  nearly 25 miles of world-class, IMBA certified mountain bike trails.

Unity Bank is a family owned community bank with offices in Minnesota, Montana, and Wisconsin. With 16 locations, $565 million in assets, and 165 employees, Unity Bank continues to be an integral member of the communities we serve and is committed to providing a full range of products to meet our customer’s financial needs. 

Knowing that more than 20% of the US population is lactose intolerant, Victual decided to create a hybrid specialty store that focuses on lactose-free or lactose-friendly Ice cream made in-store and cheeses from all over the world as well as carrying charcuterie, gourmet, gifts and spirits. Located on Main Street in Crosby.

Located on the edge of Brainerd, Anderson Brothers Construction is family owned and has been around since 1940. Today its primary market is a 75-mile radius from Brainerd. Services include earthwork, underground utility, aggregate mining and processing, asphalt paving and concrete. 

Located in Ironton, AutoSmith Service Group offers many services from automotive repair to heavy equipment and truck repair. They are ASE certified in automotive and diesel and offer DOT inspection and service for fleets offsite. In addition, they offer 24/7 towing, recovery, and road-side service such as tire change, lock out service and fuel delivery.

The eight guest rooms at Crosby Lofts are forged on Main Street on the top floor of a beautifully restored 120 year-old brick building with secure bike storage and easy access to mountain bike trails. On the ground floor you'll find great wood-fired and original pizzas at Raffertys. A remarkable inn that’s perfect for small groups, and a favorite of cyclists, paddlers, and visitors looking for a modest, yet elegant, Main Street Crosby lodging adventure.

Welcome home. Welcome to Cuyuna Adventure Town USA®. Cuyuna.com is the lifestyle and outdoor brand of this human-powered outdoor recreation destination—purposefully set out to position our region as not only a top destination within the state, but the nation and the globe.

Minnesota T's is a leading distributor of screen printed, embroidered, and promotional products in the Brainerd area. Established in 1992 owned and operated by Brad and Carol Carlson,  Minnesota T’s is located within the beautiful and historic downtown Brainerd. 

Owners Dan Brown and his wife, Kathy Zupfer Brown, are long time residents and passionate about the Lakes Area. 

For summer, Oars-n-Mines offer high quality docks and boat lifts, bait, and open water tackle. Deer stands for fall. Ice houses, bait, and ice fishing tackle for when it gets cold outside.

Along with everything you need to get on the water, they also offer dock and lift repair, pontoon trailer rental, boat storage, and propane fill station. Oars-n-Mines has you covered all year ‘round.

From Minnesota and Wisconsin, to stores throughout the upper peninsula of Michigan, Super One Foods wants you to shop with confidence, knowing that the quality and price you'll pay are a true value on every item. 

Business & Professional Services, Garbage Disposal Services

The City of Deerwood Minnesota is situated among the lakes and hardwood forests of the Cuyuna Range.  It is noted for its heritage and rural charm. We invite you to see what Deerwood has to offer for your next vacation, business trip or new place to call home. There are also incentives to help with starting your business here. We look forward to seeing you.  Until then, we hope this site will answer your questions and give a snapshot of the City of Deerwood.

With a population of 526, the City of Deerwood is defined by a three square mile area with several lakes providing recreation and beauty. Deerwood’s city departments include the City Clerk/Administration, public works, police and fire. We have a playground, swimming beach, ball field, Depot picnic area and the Deerwood Auditorium. The historic auditorium’s exterior was recently renovated and the building is available to rent for your event. Call the clerk’s office to check on availability.

Formerly known as Withington (1871-1881), the area found it’s name being confused with Worthington in southern Minnesota. Since it was known for it’s whitetail deer population,  Deerwood was deemed an appropriate name for our community.  The post office was then established for the Village of Deerwood. With help from the Railroad Aid bill of 1857 and the Homestead Act of 1862, this area became enticing and accessible to those who wished to receive their 160 acres in return for living on and farming the land for five years. The closing cost of only $18 was an added incentive. The area boomed as the Northern Pacific Railroad forged through this area with an expansion from Carlton to Brainerd. The first depot was built in 1871. As more settlers arrived, the Village grew and gave birth to the Cuyuna Range. Cuyler Adams of Deerwood discovered the iron ore that started the mining boom. In 1909 the village petitioned to be recognized as an organized city.

On a record of business listings in 1913 there were over 100 businesses accommodating all the needs of the citizens. In early 1933, the local paper, the Deerwood Enterprise, began a public discussion on the need for a community building to exemplify the pride of the area citizens. In December 1934, Beriah MaGoffin Jr. donated all of the material from the old Meacham mine machine building to be used to construct the Deerwood Auditorium.  He also started a building fund with his $500 donation.  In 1935, construction began with the help of the WPA and local talent. The estimated amount of field stones needed was 800 tons which came from the grounds of what is now known as the Cuyuna Country Club. In 1936, work was completed offering a multi-purpose hall with balconies to seat 500.  It housed the village council chambers, kitchen, locker rooms,  library and the village fire apparatus. In 2010, the most recent renovations occurred. Those repairs allowed the building to retain its historic appearance.

The City of Ironton, Minnesota is in the midst of the Cuyuna Iron Range and was established in 1911. The rich history of mining manganese-rich iron ore is what the town was built on when immigrants from northern and southern Europe settled in the area looking for jobs in the mines. With the closing of mining operations in the area around the 1980’s, the community has since enjoyed the beautiful scenery that now is part of the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area.

In a land full of lakes, the community has something extra special, being surrounded by mine lakes (former mine pits) that now make some of the most beautiful bodies of water around. They are a great attraction for swimmers and divers with crystal blue water and depths that are untouched since the old mining days. These lakes are also great for kayakers to paddle along the shores where you can catch glimpses of abandoned mining equipment, rail tracks, old buildings, and more. There are also some interesting finds that are visible in 10’-30’ of water while kayaking, canoeing, or boating so keep your eyes peeled! These mine lakes also are home to northerns, walleyes, bass, crappies, and sunfish, so be sure to grab your fishing pole. Many of the mines are stocked with trout each year, so don’t forget your trout stamp! The rugged country side also has created a perfect landscape for the Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trails which consists of more than 28 miles of single track red dirt trails with plans to expand over the next few years. These trails range from beginner to pro, so there is something for all stages of riders. If pavement is more your style, then the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail is wonderful for walking, running, or biking in one of the most peaceful settings around. Ironton is a great place to gain access to these attractions with the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area right on the back doorstep.

Culligan works to provide better water for their customers in their homes, offices, businesses and industrial facilities around the world. Offering complete line of water softeners, water filtration systems, commercial and industrial water treatment solutions, drinking water systems, whole-house filtration systems and bottled water delivery set the standard in the water treatment industry.

Culligan was established in 1936 as provider of water softening solutions for residences, and has since grown to becoming a worldwide leader in water treatment needs, from the simplest filtration system to complex industrial water solutions. You can count on your local Culligan Water Expert.

Made on the Range in Crosby, MN! It’s not just about the beer. It’s about the people, the camaraderie, the community. It’s about sipping a beer steeped in Cuyuna’s industrial roots. It’s about embracing our world-renowned red dirt trails and deep-blue, crystal-clear mine lakes. Not only do we want our patrons to enjoy the beer, we want them to love and learn more about this place we call Cuyuna.

Established in 1910 in Deerwood, MN Deerwood Bank helps residents in 12 locations throughout Minnesota from Mendota Heights to Grand Rapids and from St. Paul to Northome. The services that started in Deerwood are now available to thousands of Minnesotans. 

Deerwood Motel has served the Brainerd, Crosby, and Bay Lake areas since 1954. Known as an economical, clean and comfortable destination for sportsman, seniors and area travelers.

The best known area lakes (Serpent Lake bordering Crosby-Deerwood, and Bay Lake) are located just minutes south of the Deerwood Motel. Close, yet far enough away from the frenzy you wish to leave behind. You are always welcome at the Deerwood Motel.

With a depth and breadth of expertise in cybersecurity and regulatory compliance, we deploy a comprehensive approach to proactively protect our clients from increasingly advanced cyberthreats and complex regulatory requirements. We work as your IT department or with your existing internal IT team, so you can leverage our depth and breadth of expertise and get proactive, consistent, affordable and, reliable IT technology solutions from us, every time. 

Graphic Packaging International is one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products.

With over 130 facilities worldwide (one located right here in Crosby, MN) and a product portfolio that emphasizes renewable, recycled, and recyclable materials Graphic Packaging International is committed to protecting the environment and giving back to communities.

KK lives by the code that less is more. A cluttered or complex design is far easier and faster to do, but you’ll lose viewers trying to decode what exactly your purpose, intention or call to action is. Simplicity requires more thought, planning, research and vision to deliver messages that are less diluted and a sign of honesty and transparency.

KK Advertising Inc. offers bold advertising, branding, digital and print solutions through strategy and teamwork for businesses of all sizes and industries. Grow your social media, improve your SEO, make your brand recognizable with a custom logo or targeted brand campaign. Looking for a specific solution to a problem? Just ask.

K&M Signs, Inc. has been in business since 1990, providing a variety of different types of signs, vinyl lettering and graphics. Located in the Industrial Park area of Ironton. 

Welcome to Cuyuna Adventure Town USA®, the destination brand of the Cuyuna (Minnesota) outdoor life.

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Connecting and strengthening Cuyuna Lakes communities since 2001, the Cuyuna Lakes Trail Association is a nonprofit advocacy group dedicated to the continued success of the Cuyuna Lakes State Trail.

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Outdoor sporting goods store with gear, apparel, equipment and rentals on Kayaks, Crystal Kayaks (Tandem), Paddleboards and even Inflatable Docks. 

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We are a Cuyuna mountain bike shop located just blocks from the Cuyuna mountain bike trails area. We are located at the base of the Ironton water tower. Our bicycle shop offers bike sales, bike rental, and bike repairs. We also offer bicycle apparel and accessories in a variety of price points. Stop in and visit us when you are in the Crosby area!

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Offering hot food such as:

Cheese curds, loaded french fries, beverages, candy and more. Accepts cash or credit.

Be sure to stop by their food truck for some hot tasty morsels.

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Offering hot Asian food options such as:

Egg Rolls, Cheese Wontons, General Chicken, Chicken Fried Rice, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and beverages. Cash only.

Be sure to stop by their food truck for some delicious food.

Nurse Practitioner owned medical spa East of Brainerd in quiet, rural community offering many services including massage, neurotoxins, dermal filler, chemical peels, facials, micro needling, laser therapies including body contouring, cellulite reduction, hair removal, skin pigmentation treatment, resurfacing, acne treatment, skin tightening, wrinkle reduction and more. IV therapy and yoga classes. Medical spa operated by provider with years of experience and the most up to date technology, offering unique setting in the country.  High quality services in a comfortable, safe environment. 

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Refreshing. Different.

We have a little something for everybody. From Hopped to more traditional flavors, you'll be able to find something you like. If you've never tried Kombucha before, we have great flavors to introduce you the world of Kombucha! We also offer homemade Root Beer and Sparkling Sweet Tea. 

Be sure to stop by their beverage truck to get some of their tasty, Central Minnesota home crafted Kombucha!