Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Hibbing, Minnesota

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…
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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…
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This trail consists mostly of wide, well-graded gravel that remains smooth throughout most of its length. It eventually dead-ends at a cluster of private residences, so through traffic is not possible beyond that point. Along…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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This trail is narrower and rougher than many of the better-maintained graded routes in the area. It winds through dense forest, with a surface of loosely packed and poorly maintained gravel that shows clear signs…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Learn more about McNiven Spur C

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…
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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…
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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…
Learn more about Barrett Road

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…
Learn more about FS 273

This trail is a well-maintained and smooth gravel road that serves as an access route into the Superior National Forest. It is mostly straight but includes some gentle curves, as well as a few mild…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
Learn more about Dark Lake Road

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,…
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This trail provides access to a section of the Dark River South Trail and intersects with the Taconite ATV and side-by-side trail. From the outset, the route is narrow and increasingly overgrown as it winds…
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This trail offers a generally wide and well-maintained surface as it winds through a mix of forest and open fields, with a few scattered residences along the way. At one point, the road transitions from…
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Goodell Road begins as a straight, smooth trail with a well-maintained surface of gravel and sand. It winds through fields and forests, passing a few homesteads. The trail starts off paved Highway 25. For the…
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The Carpenter Trail is a long, mostly wide gravel route that maintains a smooth surface throughout and winds through a landscape made up primarily of open fields with occasional sections of forest. It offers a…
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Roini Road is a straight and smooth trail composed of well-maintained gravel and sandy stretches. It runs through a forested area and features a few mild ascents and descents that add a bit of variation…
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This trail runs along the edge of the national forest and is primarily a long, straight stretch of well-maintained gravel. The surface is a mix of sand and gravel, and although it's generally easygoing, drivers…
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This trail is divided into two distinct sections, each offering a different driving experience. The first portion lies east of the paved highway and consists of wide, well-maintained gravel that passes through a patchwork of…
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This trail is a long, straight stretch of well-maintained gravel that serves as an access route into the Superior National Forest. Along the way, it rises and falls with gentle ascents and descents, offering a…
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Approaching the trail from Hulum Road, the route quickly reveals its more challenging character. It is narrow, twisting, and features rocky, off-camber sections, with occasional steep climbs and muddy patches that can become slick after…
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