Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Howards Grove, Wisconsin

Located in the Killsnake State Wildlife Area, Lemke Road is a popular destination for hunting, fishing, and birdwatching enthusiasts. The trail is generally easy to navigate; however, it is prone to flooding during the spring…
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The road is a narrow gravel road through the White River Wildlife Area. The road is gravel/dirt and flat with several parking areas for hiking, hunting, and photography. Sections of the road are only 1…
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This is a short route through the rolling hills, forests, and fields of central Wisconsin. This route will take you on gravel roads through a scenic rural area of central Wisconsin. The route is generally…
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This is mostly 2 track dirt/gravel road. The road is flat with no large obstacles. As the name implies it is a dead end out and back. Being a single lane out and back, encountering…
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Fast and twisty sections with large banked corners. Best trail I've ridden in Oconto county. Used the railroad grade south from Lakewood down to mountain and chute pond area. Hidden gem! Rode this on a…
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We traveled Southeast into Marinette County to access the Butler Rock Trails, which was a sandy route through multiple pine and birch forests. The Butler Rock area is a blast with tight twisty terrain with…
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This is a relatively flat two track with a couple small water holes and washouts. The surface is a combination of gravel and dirt/mud. During the Winter this trail overlaps with the snowmobile trail so…
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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…
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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…
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This easily flowing trail runs along the Peshtigo River, which flows down from the Johnson Fall Hydroelectric Dam. The trail features a mix of sandy whoops, hills, and scenic lookouts over the river. It eventually…
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Forest Road 2619 is a dirt trail located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Unlike many forest routes in the region, Forest Road 2619 has limited tree cover. This provides open…
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This access trail is found in the southwest Manistee National Forest area with natural terrain and beautiful forest views. It is a mix of deep forest trails and some open sandy trails. It's a great…
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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…
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Forest Road 2321J is a narrow dirt trail located in northeastern Wisconsin, nestled between the towns of Mountain, Lakewood, and Crooked Lake. This trail is primarily composed of dirt with occasional small rocks and scattered…
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This is a Seasonal road that is only accessible from 9/1-12/31. The eastern half of this road is relatively well-maintained and offers wide open views, with visible signs of past clear-cutting. Early on, you'll enjoy…
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There are a variety of dirt, sand, and gravel routes through forest roads that span from this route. It winds along a few small lakes through Oconto County. The trail runs from Lakewood south through…
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Forest Road 2614 is a narrow, overgrown trail tucked deep in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, offering a remote experience for off-roaders. With thick brush and minimal maintenance, it's best suited for compact, high-clearance 4x4 vehicles.…
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Forest Road 2330M is a scenic dirt trail winding through a heavily wooded section of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The trail surface features small rocks and occasional shallow mud holes, making it a solid option…
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This is a short two-track trail that winds through a scenic mix of conifers and hardwoods. The terrain varies between gravel, mud, and occasional washouts--one of which is deep enough to bottom out if approached…
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This is a fun little gateway to LP191 off West Garfield. It's a seasonally accessible road that can get muddy at times, but for the majority of the year, it does stay dry due to…
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This trail is an easy drive through the Manistee National Forest. There are some dispersed camping sites along the trail. It is possible to access the trail from both sides. From the west side of…
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FS 5011 is a primarily sandy and rocky trail that traverses the Manistee National Forest. This trail has many mud holes that can range up to 20 inches deep depending on recent rainfall. There are…
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This is a nice quiet Forest Service Road located just outside the town of Whitehall in the Manistee National Forest. The trail is fairly narrow in the summer months with overgrowth, and some pinstriping is…
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This trail is a hard-packed dirt trail that winds through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. There are side trails to explore throughout the forest, some of which may be rutted and muddy depending on weather conditions.…
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Forest Service Road 8259 is located in the Manistee National Forest. This trail runs from its intersection with Old Stonarch Road to East County Line Road. The trail is located on the Western Edge of…
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This is a well-maintained trail courtesy of Polar Blazers. Primarily open dirt roads, this trail goes through active logging operations. The logging company graciously continues to allow access to this trail. Please stay on the…
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Whelan Lake Trail (NFS 6661/6716) is an easy off-road trail located just a few miles south of U.S. 10, making this route easily accessible. The trail is an out-and-back route that twists through the Manistee…
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Horseback riding, hiking, and hunting are all options here.Forest Service Road 6325 is part of 2 unique trails in the area that offer wonderful views of the tall red pine and hardwood trees along a…
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South County Line Road runs from the intersection of Rybicki Road and East County Line Road to the intersections of FS M10, and North Campbell Road. South County Line Road, as the name implies, runs…
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Forest Service Road 6290 is a unique trail that offers wonderful views of the tall red pine and hardwood trees. The trail encounters a few mud and water holes that can get deep and rutted…
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