Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Garden, Michigan

Road Primary Name: STURGEON RIVER. Road Type: Non-DNR Road. ORV Status: Not a DNR Road - See local government laws. Surface Type: Dirt, gravel, paved. Condition: Fair. Owner: Unspecified. Closure Criteria: Open. Also known as…
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Road Primary Name: LITTLE BLACK RIVER. Road Type: Non-DNR Road ORV Status: Not a DNR Road - See local government laws Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved Condition: Fair Owner: Unspecified Closure Criteria: Open Also Known…
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Road Primary Name: PINE JUNCTION. Road Type: Non-DNR Road ORV Status: Not a DNR Road - See local government laws Surface Type: Dirt, Native Material Condition: Fair Owner: Unspecified Closure Criteria: Open A great representation…
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Mormon Creek, also known as 28 Road, is a Non-DNR Road. It is not managed by the DNR, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface includes both dirt, gravel, and…
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FS 2701, a Forrest Service road, is open to all vehicle types and sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is primarily two-track, composed of sand and dirt, and is surrounded by dense…
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Little Black River Spur C is classified as a Primary Forest Road. The road is open to off-road vehicles and has a surface of dirt and native material. Its overall condition is rated as fair.…
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This is Part 9 of the track starting at Tamcha 2706, Wolf Lake 2696, Molly Lake 2436, Gooseneck Lake 2218, and Through River 2688. Continue to follow the track to Round Lake Road. This route…
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This is another short section keeping you on the trails to Buckhorn Resort. The trail continues to be easy to travel. Mostly room for 2 way traffic but amazing views and history on the trails.…
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Murphy Creek Trail takes you to Thunder Lake Road. The trail system in Michigan is amazing. There's nothing hard about the trails, just great views, and during the fall the colors are amazing. At any…
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FS 2880 is a Forest Service road that welcomes vehicles of all types and sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail comprises a mix of sand and gravel, with the western section featuring…
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Federal Forest Road 2235, also known as Ensign Road or Z Road, is a Non-DNR Road. It is not managed by the DNR, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface…
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Ensign Spur C is classified as a Primary Forest Road. The road is open to off-road vehicles and has a surface made up of dirt, grass, and native material. Its overall condition is rated as…
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Blue - FS 2760 is a single two-track with some mud/dirt. The trail was an easy ride winding through the Hiawatha National Forest. At the time this trail was run the fall colors were coming…
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Bog Lake - FS 2686 is a single-lane dirt sand mix road. This trail connects with multiple trails throughout the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail can be run in either direction. By jumping on Tamcha…
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Mormon Creek Spur A and B is classified as a Non-DNR Road. It is not a DNR-managed road, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface consists of both dirt and…
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2692/Mowe Lake Road Part 2 Is a single lane narrow two track with dirt and sand mix with some rock for the foundation of the road. This trail winds through the Hiawatha National Forest area…
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After crossing M-94 continue on the journey taking in the trails system on part 6. This is a short run and you will jump on 8 mile road for a short distance crossing the bridge…
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FS 2717, also known as Lake Twenty-Three, is a single narrow two-track that passes by Norway Lake. This route has high banks, washboard bumps, and waterholes. This trail connects to FS 2688 and is frequently…
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FS 2688, also known as Through River, is a single-lane two-track with soft dirt and sand. The trail has some high banks and washboard bumps with corners that are tight and off-camber, making this trail…
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FS 2438, also known as Arrowhead Lake, is a single-lane dirt trail that passes by Leg Lake. This route has washboard bumps and the tree limbs hang low into the trail in some spots. This…
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FS 2225, also known as Booth, is a wide single-lane dirt road that winds through hardwoods and pines. This route is well-maintained but can be muddy during heavy rain. This trail is frequently used for…
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FS 2213, also known as Bass Lake-Northwoods, is a wide single-lane dirt road that is well-maintained for all vehicles. This route is a beautiful drive crossing the Indian River, taking you to the Thunder Bowl,…
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FS 2692 Part 1, also known as Mowe Lake Road, Is a great trail that winds through the Hiawatha National Forest. The trail is a combination of dirt, sand, and mud during rainy weather. It…
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FS 2225B, also known as Booth Spur B, is a short single-lane two-track that connects with 2692 Part 1, making for a nice trail ride for all ORV vehicles. This trail is a sand-dirt mix…
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FS 2721, also known as Forty Pond, is a single, narrow two-track that connects into trail FS 2717 Part 1, also leading you by Norway Lake. It also connects to FS 2438 for more adventure.…
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Booth Road is classified as a Non-DNR Road. It is not managed by the DNR, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface includes dirt, gravel, and paved sections, and the…
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Booth Road is classified as a Non-DNR Road. It is not managed by the DNR, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface consists of both dirt and paved sections, and…
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Road Primary Name: FEDERAL FOREST ROAD 2814. Road Type: Non-DNR Road. ORV Status: Not a DNR Road - See local government laws. Surface Type: Dirt, native material. Condition: Fair. Owner: Federal. Closure Criteria: Open (Partial).…
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Haywire Grade ORV Trail is a legal trail for all vehicle types and sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail follows an old railroad grade and is made up of gravel, surrounded by…
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FS 2720, also known as Hugoboom South, is a single-lane two-track with mud, rolling hills, and minor washouts. This trail can be run from both directions with campgrounds off 42.5, then take FS 2082 close…
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