Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Buhl, Minnesota

This trail is a wide, relatively well-graded gravel route that runs mostly straight, with occasional gentle ascents and descents as it passes through stretches of forest and small open fields. A few private residences are located along the trail, so it's worth keeping an eye out for local traffic. T...
Learn more about Pozar Road

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel road that provides a smooth driving experience, though it does have some bumps and mild corrugation due to regular use by local traffic. As the trail winds through the area, several smaller tracks branch off from the main route. One of these is a marke...
Learn more about McNiven

This trail runs mostly straight with a few gentle curves and occasional ascents and descents as it makes its way through a mix of open fields and forested sections. A number of private residences are located along the route, so caution is advised when passing driveways or navigating blind corners. T...
Learn more about Colombe Road

This trail begins near a small quarry and is narrow and somewhat overgrown, but it offers a peaceful and scenic drive through dense forest. In June, the area is especially attractive with a wide variety of wildflowers lining the route. The trail is unmaintained and features a mix of rocky, uneven pa...
Learn more about McNiven Spur C

This trail is a wide, well-maintained gravel road that winds through a forested area and passes by several private residences. A few smaller trails branch off from the main route, though most appear narrow and potentially overgrown. One of the more notable features along the trail is a stone ruin pa...
Learn more about Sherwood Anderson

This trail is a wide, well-graded gravel road that runs mostly straight with gentle ascents and descents as it passes through a forested landscape. There are a few residences along the route, so it's important to be mindful of local traffic. In June, one section of the trail tends to flood, with wat...
Learn more about Franti Road

This trail is mostly wide and relatively well-graded, consisting of gravel with extended sections of sand throughout. In some areas, the sand becomes quite deep, which may cause vehicles to feel unstable, especially at higher speeds or without four-wheel drive. The route passes through areas with ac...
Learn more about Johnson Road

This trail is composed of gravel and remains mostly flat and smooth along its entire length. It is divided by a paved road, effectively creating two distinct segments. On one side, the trail ends near a private residence and features a few gentle twists and turns, with some narrow offshoot trails br...
Learn more about County Road 791

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel route that remains mostly flat and smooth, although it includes several winding sections with gentle ascents and descents. Drivers should adjust their speed to match the terrain, especially around curves and in areas with elevation changes. The trail p...
Learn more about Williams Road

This trail is a wide, well-graded gravel road that winds through forested terrain and passes a few private residences along the way, so it's important to watch for local traffic. A small bridge provides a crossing over a creek as the trail continues toward a large lake. Throughout the route, several...
Learn more about Barrett Road

This trail leads to Deep Water Lake, a trout lake where fishing is only permitted during the designated season. Access appears to be intentionally restricted during the off-season, with large boulders placed to block the trail entrance, but cleared in June. The route begins as an unmaintained gravel...
Learn more about Deep Water Lake

This trail is relatively narrow but generally well-maintained, with a gravel surface that winds through a densely forested area. After rainfall, some sections can become muddy, particularly in low spots, so caution is advised during wet conditions. Several smaller trails branch off from the main rou...
Learn more about FS 273

This trail is a wide, well-maintained gravel road that leads through the forest and tends to become dusty during dry weather. It provides access to a boat launch area that features a loop down to the lake, where visitors will find a picnic table and a fishing pier. At the upper end of the loop, a sm...
Learn more about Dark Lake Road

This trail is a long stretch of wide, well-maintained gravel road that remains mostly straight, though it includes a few gentle curves along with occasional ascents and descents and a few winding sections and crosses a large bridge over a scenic river. It offers a steady and manageable drive through...
Learn more about Osborn Road

This trail is primarily composed of well-graded gravel and generally offers a smooth ride, although there are occasional bumps and mild corrugations to be aware of. A single-lane wooden bridge crosses a creek along the route and imposes an axle weight limit of 4,000 pounds, so heavier vehicles shoul...
Learn more about Shannon Lake Road

This trail is relatively narrow but remains well-graded with a smooth gravel surface, making for a generally comfortable drive as it winds through forested terrain. The route features moderate ascents and descents, adding some variety to the otherwise steady pace. Several smaller trails branch off i...
Learn more about FS 279

This trail is a narrower, well-maintained gravel road that offers a relatively smooth surface compared to some of the rougher routes in the area. It winds through a forested landscape, with a few mild ascents and descents along the way. While generally easy to navigate, some sections can be slightly...
Learn more about FS 272

This trail consists mainly of wide, smooth, and well-graded gravel that runs between paved Highway 5 and the paved Dewey Lake Road. It is mostly straight, with a few mild ascents and descents along the way. Near its western end, close to Highway 5, the trail intersects with the Chisholm ATV trail, w...
Learn more about Connors Road

Samuelson Trail starts off a main road as a gravel route before gradually becoming narrower and transitioning into more of a dirt trail. Along the way, you'll find some washouts from rain and potentially deeper puddles, so use caution and don't assume every water-filled section is shallow. There ar...
Learn more about Samuelson Trail

Here’s the review in the same style as the others, keeping it short since this is a smaller spur trail. FH 14 Spur 716 is a small trail, but don't let its size fool you. This single-lane route provides a little adventure as it winds through the forest, making it a nice addition to a day of explorin...
Learn more about FH 14 Spur - FS 716

This trail is a wide, relatively well-graded gravel route that runs mostly straight, with occasional gentle ascents and descents as it passes through stretches of forest and small open fields. A few private residences are located along the trail, so it's worth keeping an eye out for local traffic. T...
Learn more about Pozar Road

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel road that provides a smooth driving experience, though it does have some bumps and mild corrugation due to regular use by local traffic. As the trail winds through the area, several smaller tracks branch off from the main route. One of these is a marke...
Learn more about McNiven

This trail runs mostly straight with a few gentle curves and occasional ascents and descents as it makes its way through a mix of open fields and forested sections. A number of private residences are located along the route, so caution is advised when passing driveways or navigating blind corners. T...
Learn more about Colombe Road

This trail begins near a small quarry and is narrow and somewhat overgrown, but it offers a peaceful and scenic drive through dense forest. In June, the area is especially attractive with a wide variety of wildflowers lining the route. The trail is unmaintained and features a mix of rocky, uneven pa...
Learn more about McNiven Spur C

This trail is a wide, relatively well-graded gravel route that runs mostly straight, with occasional gentle ascents and descents as it passes through stretches of forest and small open fields. A few private residences are located along the trail, so it's worth keeping an eye out for local traffic. T...
Learn more about Pozar Road

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel road that provides a smooth driving experience, though it does have some bumps and mild corrugation due to regular use by local traffic. As the trail winds through the area, several smaller tracks branch off from the main route. One of these is a marke...
Learn more about McNiven

This trail runs mostly straight with a few gentle curves and occasional ascents and descents as it makes its way through a mix of open fields and forested sections. A number of private residences are located along the route, so caution is advised when passing driveways or navigating blind corners. T...
Learn more about Colombe Road

This trail begins near a small quarry and is narrow and somewhat overgrown, but it offers a peaceful and scenic drive through dense forest. In June, the area is especially attractive with a wide variety of wildflowers lining the route. The trail is unmaintained and features a mix of rocky, uneven pa...
Learn more about McNiven Spur C