Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Manitowoc, 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 months or after several days of heavy rain. Depending on current condition...
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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 the wet season. There are a couple of rustic camping spots along this trail. The area is National Forest so keep that in mind when planning to...
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Forest Road 5757 is an easygoing sandy route that offers a scenic, tranquil escape through the Manistee National Forest for beginner offroaders, stock SUVs, and SxSs looking to experience Michigan's lush woodland terrain. Winding through a dense canopy of towering hardwoods and pines with vibrant fe...
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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 sections can become muddy after rain or feel a bit tight due to the surrounding trees, but nothing too...
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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 off Morton Road on the south end. While the trail is generally not difficult, there are a few l...
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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 small holes that may lightly articulate your suspension but pose no issue for most vehicles. Along t...
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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 several opportunities to branch off onto two-track trails like Trail 5346, FS 5729,...
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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 vehicle wide and you can not pass another vehicle. Central Wisconsin is not known for its offroad ...
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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 well-maintained and accessible to all road vehicles during the 3 non-winter seasons. The east e...
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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 the Manistee National Forest. Roughly 15 minutes southwest of the town of Manistee. The trail is a t...
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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 another person will make passing an adventure so drive slowly and watch for others. There are large parking areas at th...
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FS 5037 is an exciting and fun 1.3-mile trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just north of East Hasenbank Road, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the south end, you'll start in a thick section of the forest with lush vegetation edging the trail. This route crosses over som...
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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 along the southern edge of Manistee County. The trail is a wide open gravel road that allows quick an...
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FS 8541 is an easy bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just off FS 5037, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the west end, you'll start on a dirt road with thick and lush vegetation edging the trail. This area has tons of pine trees that are just so beautiful!...
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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 months or after several days of heavy rain. Depending on current condition...
Learn more about Lemke Road

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 the wet season. There are a couple of rustic camping spots along this trail. The area is National Forest so keep that in mind when planning to...
Learn more about Trail 5356

Forest Road 5757 is an easygoing sandy route that offers a scenic, tranquil escape through the Manistee National Forest for beginner offroaders, stock SUVs, and SxSs looking to experience Michigan's lush woodland terrain. Winding through a dense canopy of towering hardwoods and pines with vibrant fe...
Learn more about 5757

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 sections can become muddy after rain or feel a bit tight due to the surrounding trees, but nothing too...
Learn more about FS 5746

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 months or after several days of heavy rain. Depending on current condition...
Learn more about Lemke Road

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 the wet season. There are a couple of rustic camping spots along this trail. The area is National Forest so keep that in mind when planning to...
Learn more about Trail 5356

Forest Road 5757 is an easygoing sandy route that offers a scenic, tranquil escape through the Manistee National Forest for beginner offroaders, stock SUVs, and SxSs looking to experience Michigan's lush woodland terrain. Winding through a dense canopy of towering hardwoods and pines with vibrant fe...
Learn more about 5757

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 sections can become muddy after rain or feel a bit tight due to the surrounding trees, but nothing too...
Learn more about FS 5746