Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Bayfield, Wisconsin

GG to Highbridge is an easy and scenic 11.3-mile gravel forest route that is perfect for drivers of all skill levels seeking a relaxed dirt-road cruise through northern Wisconsin’s dense woodlands. Connecting State Highway GG just outside of Mellen to County Highway C in Highbridge, this trail provi...
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This backwoods trail features the Mellen Lookout Tower at the top of Mount Whittlesey and a few old Berkshire Mine Ruins. The trail offered a few steep hill climbs, rutted-out and rock-filled sections, and a few rock gardens. The bugs were annoying, and cell service was minimal. A chainsaw or simila...
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Trail 17 is an exceptionally scenic, family-friendly route connecting Hurley and Mercer, Wisconsin, making it perfect for riders of all skill levels looking to explore the beautiful Northwoods. Spanning approximately 27 miles along a well-maintained, abandoned railroad grade, this easy path offers a...
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Parliament is the main access trail for the M25 loop and the trail system as a whole. It takes you from the gravel pit staging area to where the M25 loop splits left and right on top of a large flat rock. Parliament is not technical, but it can be a little rugged in some spots. Expect some rocks, up...
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Trail 4 can best be described as a "breather trail." It's relatively flat, smooth, loamy, and about as flowy as it gets at Alger Grade. There are a couple of sections that have tight trees, but there are no serious technical obstacles to cross. Use this trail to cool down after trail 3 and to prepar...
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Trail 10 is best considered easy to intermediate. The terrain is relatively flat and does not include any major technical features, steep climbs, or difficult rock sections. However, riders should still expect the usual Alger Grade mix of roots, rocks, and tight trees, which makes it more involved t...
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Trail 1 begins smooth and loamy as it winds through the pine trees before the rocks and roots increase in number. There are no especially technical obstacles, but the rock/roots serve as a good primer for what to expect in the rest of the system. All of the trails at Alger Grade are tight and narrow...
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County Road 7 is a long, wide gravel road that remains well-maintained along its entire length. It is a busy route with frequent local traffic, often moving at higher speeds, and can be pretty dusty, especially in dry conditions. The trail serves as a primary access route to the community of Finland...
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This two-track trail is accessed from Kane Lake Road and remains relatively undamaged throughout its length. It winds through a mixed forest of pine and birch, offering a peaceful setting with a variety of wildflowers typically in bloom during July. The trail is mildly bumpy with gentle curves, asce...
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This well-maintained gravel road offers an engaging drive with a series of steep ascents and descents as it winds through a dense and scenic forest. At the start of the trail, travelers may notice signs of active logging operations, so caution is advised when entering or exiting the area. As the tra...
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The Timber Trail which combines with Randysek Road starts out like a normal trail with some narrow and mostly dirt terrain. However, as you get closer to the cable this intersects with Randsek Rd. and turns to a wide gravel road shared with automobiles. This is great access to Cable where you can fi...
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This is a short loop trail that connects Camp 38th to Randysek Road allowing you to get off the automobile-shared route. There are a few more narrow spots where meeting another machine will require someone to give way to the other. The trail surface is pretty typical for northern Wisconsin with a di...
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This two-track gravel trail winds through a mixed forest of pine and birch, offering a quiet route with a blend of natural beauty and rugged terrain. While the trail is mostly smooth, there are occasional rocky patches and potholes, and it appears to be infrequently maintained. Along the way, severa...
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This trail descends gradually through a series of steep, winding sections on its way to the Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center along the north shore of Lake Superior. The road is well-maintained but can be dusty and features some corrugation and a few scattered potholes. It’s a popular route, so drivers s...
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This is a narrow, two-track trail that is entirely unmaintained and presents a mix of muddy, rocky, and heavily rutted sections. The route winds through dense forest and is often overgrown, with vegetation encroaching on the trail; pinstriping is inevitable. Large potholes and bumpy stretches make f...
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This trail begins off Highway 2, with the initial stretch consisting of a paved road. After the first few miles, the surface changes to poorly maintained gravel marked by frequent potholes, washboard sections, and standing water in low spots. Several side trails branch off into the forest, including...
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Trail 8 is a long dirt/gravel mix trail connecting 2 roads that could be used for access. It is mostly a dirt trail, and it is easy to navigate with plenty of spots to pull off to the side for a trail break. No area should really be an issue to pass another machine on the trail but prepare for plent...
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This trail runs parallel to Lake Superior before turning inland and climbing back into the forest. It follows a wide, well-maintained gravel surface with a few bumps along the way, but remains easy to navigate. The route passes several Superior National Forest hiking trails, as well as a non-motoriz...
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This forest road is a pretty drive through many birch trees and other colorful trees in the fall. Overall the road is quite wide but is one car wide as the elevation gain increases. There are multiple pull-off spots and multiple areas for incredible views. Some of the best views and overlooks can be...
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This trail is a long, relatively narrow gravel route that varies in condition along its length. Some sections are smooth and easy to travel, while potholes and corrugations mark others. The trail crosses over a railway line before continuing into forested terrain, where it winds through stands of ma...
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GG to Highbridge is an easy and scenic 11.3-mile gravel forest route that is perfect for drivers of all skill levels seeking a relaxed dirt-road cruise through northern Wisconsin’s dense woodlands. Connecting State Highway GG just outside of Mellen to County Highway C in Highbridge, this trail provi...
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This backwoods trail features the Mellen Lookout Tower at the top of Mount Whittlesey and a few old Berkshire Mine Ruins. The trail offered a few steep hill climbs, rutted-out and rock-filled sections, and a few rock gardens. The bugs were annoying, and cell service was minimal. A chainsaw or simila...
Learn more about Berkshire Tower Ruins

Trail 17 is an exceptionally scenic, family-friendly route connecting Hurley and Mercer, Wisconsin, making it perfect for riders of all skill levels looking to explore the beautiful Northwoods. Spanning approximately 27 miles along a well-maintained, abandoned railroad grade, this easy path offers a...
Learn more about 17

This two-track trail is accessed from Kane Lake Road and remains relatively undamaged throughout its length. It winds through a mixed forest of pine and birch, offering a peaceful setting with a variety of wildflowers typically in bloom during July. The trail is mildly bumpy with gentle curves, asce...
Learn more about Kane Lake Spur J

GG to Highbridge is an easy and scenic 11.3-mile gravel forest route that is perfect for drivers of all skill levels seeking a relaxed dirt-road cruise through northern Wisconsin’s dense woodlands. Connecting State Highway GG just outside of Mellen to County Highway C in Highbridge, this trail provi...
Learn more about GG to Highbridge

This backwoods trail features the Mellen Lookout Tower at the top of Mount Whittlesey and a few old Berkshire Mine Ruins. The trail offered a few steep hill climbs, rutted-out and rock-filled sections, and a few rock gardens. The bugs were annoying, and cell service was minimal. A chainsaw or simila...
Learn more about Berkshire Tower Ruins

Trail 17 is an exceptionally scenic, family-friendly route connecting Hurley and Mercer, Wisconsin, making it perfect for riders of all skill levels looking to explore the beautiful Northwoods. Spanning approximately 27 miles along a well-maintained, abandoned railroad grade, this easy path offers a...
Learn more about 17

This two-track trail is accessed from Kane Lake Road and remains relatively undamaged throughout its length. It winds through a mixed forest of pine and birch, offering a peaceful setting with a variety of wildflowers typically in bloom during July. The trail is mildly bumpy with gentle curves, asce...
Learn more about Kane Lake Spur J