Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Chatham, Michigan

FS 2018B, also known as Ski Hill Spur B, is a very tight and fun single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limns. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited ce...
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Rock River Road is a well-maintained double-lane dirt road. Along with a nice ride in the fall, you will come across a creek, small bridges, and a flower farm where you can pick your own flowers. Rock River Road ends at State Highway M28. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in t...
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FS 2018, also known as Ski Hill, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellp...
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FS 2553, also known as Fuelwood, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The terrain is hilly on both sides of the trail, making this trail amazing day or night. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in this area.
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FS 8302, also known as Marker, is a tight single-lane two-track. Branches overhang the trail giving it a tunnel effect. Trail FS 8301 mimics this trail. They are right next to each other and it's definitely a trail you will want to run. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellphone service o...
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FS 8301, also known as L&R, is a tight single-lane two-track. Branches overhang the trail giving it a tunnel effect. Trail FS 8302 mimics this trail. They are right next to each other and it's definitely a trail you will want to run. The trail ends at FS 2018. There is limited cellphone service on m...
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FS 2486, also known as North Ski, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The trail has some washouts and mud and ends at FS 2276 Cole Creek. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in this area.
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FS 2276 Part 3, also known as Sandstrom Road, is a single-lane two-track with minor washouts and mud holes. The trail consists of hardwoods and pine. It's a great trail for all off-roaders. This trail does connect with FS 2004, making it a nice track. There is limited cellphone service on most of th...
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FS 2483, also known as Slapneck, is a single-lane dirt road winding through the Hiawatha National Forest. During heavy rain, you could encounter waterholes along this trail. Branches overhang, creating a tunnel effect and making this a great trail day or night. This trail ends at East Slapneck Road,...
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FS 2276 Part 2, also known as Cole Creek Road, starts as a double-lane dirt road then turns into a single lane and is well maintained. Thick trees line both sides of the dirt road giving it a tunnel effect. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in this area.
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The primary name of the road is Buck Bay Road. It is classified as a non-DNR road. The Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) status indicates that it is not managed by the Department of Natural Resources, and users should refer to local government laws for applicable regulations. The surface is composed of dirt, g...
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Line Lake East - FS 2572 is a Spur that is made up of dirt, mud, and rolling hills. The trail is tight with overhang and minor washouts. 2572 can be accessed from either direction. There are multiple trails in the Au Train area that you can enjoy. After exploring 2572 jump on the Au Train Loop and c...
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FS 2593, also known as Buck Spur West, is a narrow single-lane two-track that is made up of hardwoods with new growth on both sides of the trail. You will pass the Au Train Songbird hiking trail that runs through the Hiawatha National Forest. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails ...
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We jumped on the Trails in the Au Train area and headed to Au Train falls. The trails in this area are beautiful in the fall. This loop will connect with multiple trails and we recommend staying in the area to explore and enjoy the fall colors. When you reach the intersection of Ponds (2583) and Buc...
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FS 2276 Part 1, also known as Cole Creek, is a wide single-lane dirt road. A mixture of washboard bumps with dirt and sand make up this trail. This trail can be run in either direction. There is a nice trailhead south of Munising off M94 with parking and restrooms. There is limited cellphone service...
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FS 2004, also known as Silver Falls South, is a single-lane two-track with multiple mud holes and tree branches hanging low, making the trail appear narrow. It's a great trail for all off-roaders. This trail does connect with FS 2000, making it a nice track. There is limited cellphone service on mos...
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FS 3177 Part 2 is a wide single-lane trail with dirt, sand, and gravel mixed. The landscape is a mixture of hardwood and pines. Washboard bumps and sand make up this section of the trail. It ends at Federal Forest Highway 13 south of Wetmore, Michigan. There is limited cellphone service on most of t...
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FS 3177 Part 1 is a wide single-lane trail with dirt, sand, and gravel mixed. It's open for Jeeps, motorcycles, and ATVs. The landscape is a mixture of hardwood and pines. Washboard bumps and sand make up this section of the trail. It ends at M94. There is limited cellphone service on most of the tr...
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The primary name of the road is Yalmer Road. It is classified as a non-DNR road. The Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) status indicates that it is not managed by the Department of Natural Resources, and users should refer to local government laws for applicable regulations. The surface is composed of dirt and ...
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This easy, scenic connector trail in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is perfect for beginners and seasoned explorers alike looking to seamlessly link up popular regional trail systems. Spanning approximately 2.1 miles through the dense forests south of Munising, the CR 578 UP7 Cutover provides a direct a...
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FS 2018B, also known as Ski Hill Spur B, is a very tight and fun single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limns. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited ce...
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FS 2018, also known as Ski Hill, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellp...
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FS 2553, also known as Fuelwood, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The terrain is hilly on both sides of the trail, making this trail amazing day or night. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in this area.
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FS 8302, also known as Marker, is a tight single-lane two-track. Branches overhang the trail giving it a tunnel effect. Trail FS 8301 mimics this trail. They are right next to each other and it's definitely a trail you will want to run. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellphone service o...
Learn more about FS 8302

FS 2018B, also known as Ski Hill Spur B, is a very tight and fun single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limns. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited ce...
Learn more about FS 2018B

FS 2018, also known as Ski Hill, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The trail is raw and extremely natural. This is just one of the amazing trails in the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellp...
Learn more about FS 2018

FS 2553, also known as Fuelwood, is a very tight and twisting single-lane two-track made up of tall hardwoods with some low-hanging limbs. The terrain is hilly on both sides of the trail, making this trail amazing day or night. There is limited cellphone service on most of the trails in this area.
Learn more about FS 2553

FS 8302, also known as Marker, is a tight single-lane two-track. Branches overhang the trail giving it a tunnel effect. Trail FS 8301 mimics this trail. They are right next to each other and it's definitely a trail you will want to run. The trail ends at FS 2483. There is limited cellphone service o...
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