Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Manistee, Michigan

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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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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FS 5690 is a great, easy two-track route through the Manistee National Forest. The trail has a dirt base, is typically one vehicle wide, and includes occasional spots for passing. The main access point is…
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FS 5746 is a beautiful two-track that winds through the Manistee National Forest. The trail features a mix of sand and dirt, is generally easy to travel on, and offers occasional room to pass. Some…
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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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West Nurnberg Road offers a scenic drive through the Manistee National Forest on a well-maintained two-lane gravel road with plenty of room for passing. The views along the entire route are outstanding, and there are…
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FS 5729 is a scenic two-track through the Manistee National Forest, primarily accessed from West Nurnberg Road or FS 8038/8039. The trail has a dirt base and is generally easy to navigate, with a few…
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This is a well maintained gravel road that sweeps through the Manistee National Forest. The route leads to the last standing fire tower in the lower peninsula of Michigan. As you ascend the 315 ft…
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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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Steinberg Road (FS 5502) is located in Manistee County, Michigan, within the Manistee National Forest. This trail runs from its intersection with Udell Fire Tower (FS 5207) and goes to its intersection with Pomeroy Road.…
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Good Road is a trail running East and West through Manistee National Forest. The East side of the trail is a faster pace section that is sandy with incredible views of the surrounding forest. The…
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This trail is a short loop that is accessed from Udell Hills Road on both sides. The trail has lots of different types of terrain from sand, mud, and dirt. On the NE side of…
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River Road is an amazing drive that gives access to some of the best attractions in the area. On the south end of the trail just off of Dilling Road is the Tippy Dam Recreation…
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This trail is a point-to-point dirt route with sections of gravel that connects Free Soil, Michigan to the Emerson Lake area via Lanager Run in Branch, Michigan. It includes numerous side routes leading east toward…
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FS 8075 travels north and south through some beautiful country of Manistee National Forest Land. Throughout this trail, you will be surrounded by beautiful scenery of thick, dense trees as well as open clearings where…
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FS 8080 is an out-and-back trail that winds through Manistee National Forest. It starts off Marilla Road. The beginning of the trail is open with beautiful landscapes, and as you continue on, it becomes more…
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Red Bridge Tower Road is a beautiful drive through the Manistee National Forest. This trail offers great views of the surrounding forest and highlights the area's unique terrain changes. This trail begins off of North…
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The beautiful route provides a great campsite at the end of the trail. This trail is accessed off FS 8080 and is only an out-and-back route. The trail terrain is dirt and is one vehicle…
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FS 8330 is a unique and scenic 1-mile bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located directly off either Brooks Road or West 7 Mile Road, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the southern…
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This is a trail from here to there with offshoots that can lead everywhere. It's a midwest Michigan seasonal road/forest road, which means it's basically a non-maintained dirt county road/trail. It's mostly flat sand and…
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Upper River Road travels north and south through Manistee National Forest alongside the Manistee River. On the south side of the trail, there is a trailhead parking for the nearby hiking trails. On the north…
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West Eden Mountain Road is a special trail that leads to a fascinating historical site. At the peak of Eden Mountain, located at an elevation of 1,222 feet and roughly 1.2 miles off North Irons…
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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…
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FS 8310 is an easy 1-mile bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located between West 7 Mile Road and FS 6518, you'll find this trail, making it easily accessible and easy to combine with…
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FS 5782 is a unique and scenic, almost 1-mile bidirectional trail. Located between West 3 Mile Road and Ward Hills Loop, this trail is easily accessible and breathtaking. Starting from the southern end, you'll start…
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FS 6518 is a unique and scenic 1.1-mile bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just to the south of NFS 8310, you'll find the trail, making it easily accessible after doing one of…
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FS 6517 is a beautiful and unique 1.5-mile bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just off 5 Mile Road or Brooks Road, depending on which way you start, this trail is easily accessible.…
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Marilla Wormhole is a trail less traveled. This trail connects Marilla Road and Upper River Road. This trail is tight with a few places to pass if needed. Along the route, there are mud holes…
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FS 5089 is a tight and overgrown two-track that travels north and south through Manistee National Forest. This is one vehicle wide, with much of the trail on the south end being tight and overgrown…
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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…
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