Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Baldwin, Michigan

The Big O East is one of Michigan's lesser-known single-track opportunities. This trail section requires a bike plate and registration through the Secretary of State (SOS). This requirement automatically limits the traffic. This 24-inch trail…
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Little "O" is a 50-inch ORV trail that lends itself more towards a Motorcycle single track. The Trail is generally a easy well burmed flowing trail that has few obstacles and limited whoops. The catch…
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Power in the Pines is a fantastic trail to experience some of the best scenery the Manistee National Forest has to offer. Both entrances for the trail are to the North. There's an entrance off…
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Fun trail with soft sand (when dry) that snakes through beautiful forest scenery. There are some long straight sections with good visibility, which allows for higher speeds, but it is very transited, so be prepared…
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The S/E Little Manistee motorcycle trail is part of the greater Little Manistee Loop. The total of the outer loop spans a little over 40 miles. There are 4 main sections with a cutoff option…
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The S/W Little Manistee Motorcycle Trail is part of the greater Little Manistee Loop. The total of the outer loop spans a little over 40 miles. There are 4 main sections with a cutoff option…
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NFS 5467 (Rosebush Bend Angler Access) is an out-and-back trail located along the Pere Marquette River within the Manistee National Forest. This trail gives fishing access to the Pere Marquette River (Rosebush Bend Angler Access).…
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NFS 6657 is a fun and scenic seasonal bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just southeast of Baldwin, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the north end at the intersection of E…
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NFS 6213 is a seasonal bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just southeast of Baldwin, this trail is easily accessible. Starting on the west end at the Power in the Pines (NFS 6792)…
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Pin Stripes trail is accurately named after what it'll leave on your vehicle. This pin striping is most likely to happen on the long straight section that is accessed off FS 6706. The side off…
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FS 5395 is an out-and-back trail. The base is primarily dirt with sections of deep mud. There is one very notable mud hole about three-quarters of the way through the trail. There is a bypass…
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NFS 6808 is a seasonal bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Starting on the east end at S Sterns Road, you'll begin in a dense portion of the forest with a lot of ground…
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Forest Service Road 9900 is an easy and fun off-road trail. With its location being near South Queens Highway, this route is easily accessible. This trail connects 80th Street and NFS 6207. There is nothing…
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Forest Service Road 5128 is an easy and fun off-road trail. With its location coming off Broadway Road, this route is easily accessible. There is nothing technical along this route, but you will traverse through…
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National Forest Service 6458 is a seasonal bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just west of Baldwin, this cruising trail is easily accessible. This track will be sure to deliver with its beautiful…
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This is a great trail that leads to the densely wooded forests of northern Michigan. If you're worried about pinstripes, steer clear of this route. The northwest side of the trail is very tight, with…
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National Forest Service 6680 is a seasonal bidirectional connector trail located within the Manistee National Forest. Starting from US 10 highway, you'll begin on a sand, dirt, grass combination trail that is plentiful with aspiring…
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NFS 6706 is an easy offroad trail on the border of Newaygo and Lake Counties. The trail is just south of Big Star Lake, making this track easily accessible. The trail is a combination of…
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NFS 6462 is a seasonal bidirectional connector trail located within the Manistee National Forest. This trail connects NFS 6459 & NFS 6680. Starting from NFS 6680 heading west, you'll begin in one of the most…
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NFS 6459 is a seasonal bidirectional trail located within the Manistee National Forest. Starting from US 10 Highway on the north end, you'll begin on a sand and dirt combination trail that is plentiful with…
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This is a beautiful two-track trail that winds through the dense forests of northern Michigan. The trail is very accessible and can be navigated by most vehicles, making it a great option for a wide…
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NFS 6024 is a short seasonal bidirectional trail located within the Manistee National Forest. Just north of Big Star Lake, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the west end, you'll begin on a dirt…
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Forest Service Road 6207 is an easy and fun off-road trail for beginners. With its location being near South Queens Highway, this route is easily accessible. On this trail, you will encounter some elevation changes…
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NFS 6274 is a short yet scenic seasonal bidirectional trail located within the Manistee National Forest. Nestled just north of Big Star Lake, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the north end at the…
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National Forest Service 6701 is a fun bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just southeast of Baldwin, it's easily accessible. Starting from the north end at 88th Street, you'll begin on a grassy…
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This is a great sandy trail that winds through the forest, offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The trail provides a mellow and scenic drive, making it accessible for most vehicles without any issues.…
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Michigan's Cross Country Cycle Trail (MCCCT spoken as "M Triple C T") is a dirt bike-specific trail that runs approximately 1,200 miles of cross-country trails throughout the state of Michigan. This portion of the MCCCT…
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NFS 6050 is a neat offroad trail near Walgamor Corners. The trail is a combination of sand, dirt, and grass, and roams through a delightful section of the Manistee National Forest. There's a lot of…
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Forest Service Road 6206 is an easy and fun off-road trail for beginners. With its location being near South Queens Highway, this route is easily accessible. There is nothing technical along this route, but you…
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This is all the trails and seasonal roads around Ward Hills. The main road into Ward Hills is accessed off of US10 in a large piece of Manistee National Forest. There are many different trails…
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