MCA Race State Championship (the scoop)

Coming up to Redhead for the October 2024 Minnesota Cycling Association State Championship Race? Here’s the lowdown:

Minnesota’s Iron Range is known for world-class trails, and that’s in addition to being recognized for our friendly, down-to-earth nature. Whether you are visiting for a race or vacation, there’s countless ways to enjoy your time “on the Range”. You’re reading this because you are planning to stay in the Chisholm area (AKA the heart of the Iron Range.) Read more to see where to stay, where to dine, and where to get more info.

Lodging Options:

Chisholm Iron Trail Campground (1 mile from Redhead)

Chisholm Iron Trail Campground overflow camping at the St. Louis County Fairgrounds (the site of the race!): Call to book w/ Kristi at Chisholm City Hall 218-254-7903.

Camping at the Fairgrounds is $22/night, water fill ups and dump station available at Fairgrounds or Iron Trail Campground. Restrooms and showers available evening to early morning. No hook up/utilities at site.

Reservations and payments must be made by October 10, 2024 at 4PM. (reservations are non-refundable)

Chisholm Inn & Suites (1 mile from Redhead)

Chisholm Area VRBOs

Chisholm Area AIRBNBs

Hibbing Inn & Suites (6 miles from Redhead)

Hampton Inn Hibbing (7 miles from Redhead)

Comfort Inn & Suites Mountain Iron & Virginia (14 miles from Redhead)

AmericInn by Wyndham Virginia (15 miles from Redhead)

Quality Inn & Suites Virginia (16 miles from Redhead)

Pine View Inn Virginia (16 miles from Redhead)

Super 8 by Wyndham Eveleth (17 miles from Readhead)

Lakeshor Motor Inn Virginia (16 miles from Redhead)

Koke’s Motel Eveleth (16 miles from Redhead)

Green Gate Guest Houses Biwabik (27 miles from Redhead)

The Villas at Giants Ridge Biwabik (28 miles from Redhead)

The Lodge at Giants Ridge Biwabik (28 miles from Redhead)

Dining Options:

Chisholm (1 mile from Redhead)

Valentini’s (homemade Italian)

Black Bear Bakery (coffee, espresso, donuts, sandwiches)

Choppy’s Pizza

Snicker’s Pizza

Jim’s Sports Bar & Grill

most bars serve pizza as well…

Hibbing (7 miles from Redhead)

Boomtown Brewery & Woodfired Grill

Sammy’s Pizza & Restaurant

Sportsmen’s Restaurant & Taverna

Thirsty Moose Bar & Grill

Palmer’s Tavern

La Tequila Taco Shop

and more…

Virginia (15 miles from Redhead)

Grandma’s Saloon & Grill

Kunnari’s Kitchen & Coffee House

Cazadores Restaurant

and more…

Eveleth (16 miles from Redhead)

Boomtown Brewery & Woodfired Grill

The Rink Sports Bar & Grill

and more…

Gilbert (19 miles from Redhead)

The Whistling Bird

Fitz’s Wandering Pines Eatery & Pub

and more…

MORE INFO ABOUT IRON RANGE AMENITIES, BUSINESSES, & SERVICES:

Discover the Range

bike trouble or need gear?

Check in with 30West, the bike shop onsite at Redhead inside the lobby of the Minnesota Discovery Center.

Want Redhead Swag?

The Minnesota Discovery Center’s Gift Shop sells Redhead Merch including: hats, shirts, jerseys, sweatshirts, socks, stickers, and more.

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