Explore Minnesota’s Off-Road Capital: Now With ATV Rentals!

Northern Minnesota’s Iron Range has become one of the Midwest’s premier destinations for ATV and UTV riding, and the community of Gilbert sits right at the center of the action. With rugged terrain, reclaimed mining landscapes, scenic forests, and hundreds of miles of interconnected trails, the region offers unforgettable off-road experiences for riders of every skill level.

ATV and UTV Adventures Await in Gilbert and Minnesota’s Iron Range

At the heart of the area is the famous Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area, commonly known as the Gilbert OHV Park. Spanning more than 2,700 acres, the park features rocky climbs, mud pits, wooded routes, beginner-friendly trails, and technical terrain that attracts riders from across Minnesota and beyond.

Visitors can also connect to an extensive network of regional routes, including:

• Quad Cities Trail: From Eveleth to Virginia north to Big Aspen Area and west to the McCarthy Beach State Park Area. Places to stop for a bite on the way: The Britt Lounge or the Wooden Table Inn.
• Prospector Loop: Connect from the Ranger Trail and Gilbert area and into the Ely region. You’re in beautiful country here, deep in the Superior National Forest.
• Ranger Trail: Connect from lodging and camping in Auora, Hoyt Lakes, Biwabik and Gilbert and take your pick of places to explore. Fuel up for the ride and be ready to put on some miles. You’re welcome for food and beverages at The Copper Nickel or Rudy’s in Aurora, The Haven Bar and Grill in Hoyt Lakes, and Vi’s Pizza in Biwabik.
• Chisholm Trail system: Stop at Bimbo’s on Side Lake for pizza plus, or go south into Hibbing and Chisholm on the Northern Traxx Trail for dining, camping and lodging options.
• Iron Range East and West Unit trails: You can spend plenty of time in “the park,” or the Iron Range Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Area. Cross from the main trail system into the West Unit and go toward Virginia. You’ll find great views, especially when you cross the Tom Rukavina Bridge.

Together, these trails create hundreds of miles of riding opportunities across the Iron Range.

👉 Explore Iron Range ATV trails and trip ideas here:
Iron Range ATV & OHV Guide

👉 Request free visitor guides and trail maps here:
Request Free Iron Range Maps & Travel Guides

Rent a UTV and Ride the Laurentian Divide

New for 2026, Laurentian Adventures has launched a full-service Polaris UTV rental operation in partnership with West Forty RV Park and Campground.

The fleet includes:

• Polaris RZR XP 1000 two-seat models
• Four-seat RZR XP4 1000 machines
• A fully enclosed Polaris Xpedition 5 seating up to five passengers

Located directly across from the Genoa Trail connector, riders have immediate access to some of the best off-road terrain in Minnesota without hauling their own machine north.

Each rental includes:

• Safety equipment
• GPS trail navigation with Polaris RIDECOMMAND
• Pre-ride orientation
• Trail recommendations and route assistance
• Emergency support during your ride

Rentals are available seasonally from May through October.

📞 Laurentian Adventures: 218-404-8303
🌐 Laurentian Adventures

Ride, Camp & Stay Longer

Visitors can turn a day trip into a full weekend adventure with camping options at West Forty RV Park and Campground. Guests renting a UTV through Laurentian Adventures receive discounted camping rates for:

• RV sites
• Tent campsites
• Glamping tent cabins
• Rental campers

📞 West Forty RV Park: 218-248-7362
🌐 West Forty RV Park and Campground

On the Iron Range, you can find yourself climbing rocky mine hills, cruising scenic forest trails, or discovering hidden overlooks along the Laurentian Divide, Gilbert and the surrounding Iron Range communities. We promise, these offroad trails will deliver one of Minnesota’s most exciting outdoor recreation experiences.