Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Meadowlands, Minnesota

This trail serves as a connector between Whiteface Reservoir, Long Lake, and Lake Section 14. It begins off Highway 4, also known as Vermilion Trail, and follows a mostly straight route with some gentle winding…
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The Fire Trail is exactly what its name says, a minimum maintenance State Forest road used for Forest Management and Fire prevention. The road conditions vary throughout the year due to weather and forestry operations.…
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This trail is accessed from Long Lake Road and follows a narrow, bumpy route that remains relatively well-maintained with a gravel surface. It passes by a wetland area, and while it is not particularly technical,…
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This trail runs parallel to Trail 47 and serves as a simple, easygoing route for riders of all experience levels. The surface is primarily dirt with occasional small rocks, but it remains smooth and non-technical…
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This trail serves as a scenic loop that connects you to multiple trail entrances within the area, making it a convenient option for planning your next run or regrouping with your crew. The surface is…
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This trail features a primarily dirt base with scattered rocks along the way, offering a smooth but slightly varied ride through a wooded section of the park. As you wind your way through the trees,…
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This trail runs through a section of reclaimed mining land and features a surface made up mostly of compact dirt and loose rock. The terrain is relatively flat and smooth, with no major obstacles or…
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This trail begins at the Ely Lake Overlook, a scenic spot that also features a small picnic area--perfect for taking a break, enjoying lunch, or just soaking in the view before or after your ride.…
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This trail is a well-maintained and easygoing route, perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxing ride. The surface is primarily dirt and gravel, offering smooth driving conditions with no major obstacles or technical…
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This trail serves as a convenient and easy connector between Clean Cut, Mild West, and Stonehenge, making it a practical route for navigating through this section of the trail system. The surface is primarily dirt,…
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This trail features a dirt and rock base, typical of the reclaimed terrain found throughout the region. It's a straightforward and easygoing route, designed for all skill levels and suitable for a wide range of…
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This trail offers a mild and approachable ride that's suitable for almost any off-road vehicle, including stock rigs and beginner drivers. The terrain consists of a dirt and rock base with a few gradual inclines,…
Learn more about The View Overlook

This trail begins just after you cross the bridge into the off-roading area of the park. It features a natural rock and dirt surface that remains mostly flat and non-technical, making it accessible for all…
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This trail is a mild and scenic route suitable for most off-road vehicles, including those with minimal modifications. The terrain is primarily dirt-based with a few scattered mud puddles that can form after rainfall, adding…
Learn more about Deep Lake Overlook Loop

This trail is primarily composed of a dirt base and offers a relatively smooth and easy ride for most off-road capable vehicles, including stock 4x4s. While the majority of the route is straightforward, there is…
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This trail winds through the woods on a mostly dirt base, offering an easygoing route for those looking to enjoy the scenery without tackling major obstacles. It parallels some of the more challenging sections of…
Learn more about Mall Crawl

This trail features a primarily dirt base and winds its way through a beautiful section of wooded terrain. As it weaves between trees, drivers should be aware that some overgrowth may lead to light pinstriping,…
Learn more about Ore-Be-Gone Overlook Loop

This trail features a primarily dirt base and offers an easygoing route suitable for a wide range of off-road vehicles and driver experience levels. While there are no significant obstacles along the path--no large rocks,…
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This trail winds its way through a dense wooded area, offering a peaceful and shaded ride under the tree canopy. The base is primarily dirt, and although there are a few sections with standing water,…
Learn more about Eager Beaver Loop

This trail offers a relatively simple and enjoyable off-road experience, making it ideal for beginners or anyone looking for a low-stress ride. The terrain is primarily dirt-based, providing a smooth and predictable surface for most…
Learn more about Mud Run Bypass

This trail features a dirt and rock surface and is very beginner-friendly, making it a great choice for those who are new to off-roading or looking for a relaxed drive. The terrain is generally flat…
Learn more about Down and Dirty

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 narrow, wooded route that winds through dense trees and brush. The path is primarily dirt-based, but it tends to collect standing water in several sections, creating muddy patches that can affect…
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This trail winds through a wooded area and features several tight sections due to overgrowth, which means pinstriping is likely, especially for wider rigs. While it doesn't present any major technical obstacles, drivers should still…
Learn more about Upper Quartz Loop

This route is a well-maintained gravel road that serves as a convenient and accessible connector for both highway-legal and non-highway-legal off-road vehicles. It provides a crucial access point to the Iron Range OHV trail system…
Learn more about Genoa Trail

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 winds through a quiet, wooded section and is ideal for those seeking a scenic, low-key ride. The surface is primarily dirt and generally well-maintained, making it accessible for most off-road vehicles, even those…
Learn more about Quartz Mountain

This trail is primarily dirt-based and winds through a densely wooded area, creating a narrow path with substantial overgrowth on both sides. It's a quiet and scenic route, but drivers of full-size or wider vehicles…
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This trail winds through an area filled with optional hill climbs, giving drivers the chance to pick lines based on their rig's capability and confidence level. Along the way, you'll encounter several large mud holes--some…
Learn more about Rocks Crawl

This trail offers a moderate off-road experience with a few key features to be aware of. Along the route, you'll encounter several hills, some of which are moderately steep and may require low-range gearing depending…
Learn more about Berry Trail