Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Glen Arbor, Michigan
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Tree Jumping
Great trail if you want some adventure. We encountered lots of downed trees and limbs. We cleared the trail of the smaller limbs and trees. Bigger trees are blocking the trail but making the trail… Learn more about Tree Jumping
Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Pine River Corridor
The Pine River Corridor is a scenic trail off of M55 in Wexford County. The trail is mainly a one-vehicle-wide dirt trail. There are a couple of small climbs with tree roots that will be… Learn more about Pine River Corridor
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
NE Little Manistee Route (344)
Fun trail with a lot of sand, banked turns make it flow nicely but beware it's a very transited trail so keep alert be prepared to slow down and move to the side for oncoming… Learn more about NE Little Manistee Route (344)
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Trail 5356
This is a two lane dirt road that does have a couple of areas where it narrows down to one lane. There is one area that is a little low and could be muddy in… Learn more about Trail 5356
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
5757
The trail is sandy and fairly short. The trail is lined with tall trees and fern ground cover. It's just wide enough for one vehicle. Located in the Manistee National Forest not too far from… Learn more about 5757
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Little "O" Motorsport Trail
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… Learn more about Little "O" Motorsport Trail
Total Miles
34
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
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… Learn more about SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Tin Cup Springs Motorcycle Trail
Tin Cup Motorcycle Trail is a wider more flowy motorcycle trail. The terrain switches from sand to sod with rocky stretches and features a few different hill climbs of varying grades as well as water… Learn more about Tin Cup Springs Motorcycle Trail
Total Miles
19.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Evart to Sunrise Lake Trail
This is a nice wide trail that winds its way through part of the Cadillac Forest from Evert to Sunrise Lake. It can be run in either direction north or south. There is some mud… Learn more about Evart to Sunrise Lake Trail
Total Miles
9.7
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
5525 Forest Road
This is a short an easy forest road, starts and ends in paved roads, there are a few dispersed camp sites (only allowed on the West side of the trail). Mostly flat and very easy… Learn more about 5525 Forest Road
Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
M-20 Motorsport Trail
The M-20 Loop is a 50-inch sandy trail that is in the Manistee National Forest. This two-way loop is a well-used trail located on the north side of M-20 just east of White Cloud Michigan.… Learn more about M-20 Motorsport Trail
Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Murphy Creek to Thunder Lake - Part 7
We now are on the Murphy Creek Trail that takes us to Thunder Lake Road. The trail system in Michigan is amazing. Nothing hard about the trails just great views and during the fall the… Learn more about Murphy Creek to Thunder Lake - Part 7
Total Miles
8.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Murphy CR to 35.5 Road - Part 8
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.… Learn more about Murphy CR to 35.5 Road - Part 8
Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Tamcha 2706 To FF Hwy 13 - Part 9
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… Learn more about Tamcha 2706 To FF Hwy 13 - Part 9
Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Trail 413 Fletcher - Part 6
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… Learn more about Trail 413 Fletcher - Part 6
Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Marl Creek Road 765/760
This trail starts out as 765 and then turns into 760 south of North County Line Road. There is a sand bowl on the trail immediately after North County Line Road. Then turns into Marl… Learn more about Marl Creek Road 765/760
Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Haywire Grade/J.P. Lodge 2643 - Part 5
The Haywire trial ends and we now jump on the J.P. Lodge trail continuing the trail ride to dinner. We do come to another main road that gives you the option to head back to… Learn more about Haywire Grade/J.P. Lodge 2643 - Part 5
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
LP 76/7
LP 76/7 is two trails combined, but they split about a mile in. It is a very well-maintained sand trail. All downed trees are cut and pulled out of the immediate way. In some areas… Learn more about LP 76/7
Total Miles
9.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
LP 767
LP 767 is a very well-maintained sand trail. All signage is very clear and main intersections are well parked. In some areas the sand gets a little thick, but nothing that any stock all-wheel drive… Learn more about LP 767
Total Miles
12.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Trail 41 Haywire Grade - Part 4
After crossing county road 437 you can continue on the trail. This is another short sec of the trail before you cross another main road giving you another option to head back to camp or… Learn more about Trail 41 Haywire Grade - Part 4
Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Croton To White Cloud
Croton to White Cloud offers a "back roads" option for traveling. This section of trail is primarily forest & seasonal roads. Although it is possible for a 2WD vehicle to travel this route be aware… Learn more about Croton To White Cloud
Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Hunters Road
Like many "roads" in Michigan, this is a two-track trail. Sandy, mild, and enjoyable. The last section of the trail north of Wolverine road was pretty tight. A full-size vehicle can fit, but not if… Learn more about Hunters Road
Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 5
This motorcycle loop is a fast, wider offshoot of the rest of the Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail. In some sections, it is very rooted, and tight. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed dirt,… Learn more about Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 5
Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
Haywire Grade Rail/ORV - Part 3
This is part 3 of the Haywire Grade Rail/ORV trail. The trail continues on with not only some Michigan history but an amazing ride throughout the upper peninsula. The creeks and fall col are always… Learn more about Haywire Grade Rail/ORV - Part 3
Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Forest Road 5301
The forest road is mostly sand with a little mud in spots. The road becomes very uneven and forces lower speed. A lower clearance vehicle may damage the front facia. When you get near the… Learn more about Forest Road 5301
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Sp
Forest Road 5300
The trail has mild trails with a few wet areas. The trail passes next to the White River in places close to Horseshoe Lake. There are a few boondocking spots where you can camp along… Learn more about Forest Road 5300
Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 3
This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, and banked corners with some whoops. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed black dirt. In multiple… Learn more about Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 3
Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 1
This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, and banked corners. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed dirt, with a few wet spots. In… Learn more about Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 1
Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Trail 7 to Buckhorn Resort - Part 11
This is the last part of the track for the day. We ended up at Buckhorn Resort for a nice dinner. Blue Lake 2250, Bay De Noc 2269, Biangle 2559 then Hovey Lake 2473 right… Learn more about Trail 7 to Buckhorn Resort - Part 11
Total Miles
11.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292
Forest Service Road 9292 is an easy, fun off-road trail for beginners. Located less than 3 miles from US-131 Highway in Rothbury, Michigan, this route is easily accessible. There is a sandy section near the… Learn more about Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292
Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
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