Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Meadowlands, Minnesota

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, it can be soft in spots depending on recent rainfall. Two noticeable spurs are branchin...
Learn more about South Long Lake Road

Markham Road leads into Colvin Forest Road and offers a quiet, lightly traveled route through the forest. The trail is narrow and overgrown in places, with occasional bumps and a few wet spots, but there is no significant mud to contend with under normal conditions. As you continue, the trail splits...
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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. The trail is loose sand & gravel mixed with some small potholes and tighter secti...
Learn more about Fire Trail - SFR 1428

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 sections. The surface is well-maintained gravel, making for a relatively smooth drive. Th...
Learn more about Long Lake Road

Lakeshore Drive is accessible via Long Lake Road and features a well-maintained gravel trail that winds through stretches of forest, interspersed with occasional small clearings. The route passes several residences, so it's important to drive carefully and be mindful of local traffic. As you approac...
Learn more about Lakeshore Drive

Markham Road is reached from the paved Vermilion Trail #4 and begins by passing a handful of rural homesteads before continuing into forested terrain. The road is well-maintained gravel and offers a relatively smooth drive through the woods. Along the route, travelers will come across the historic W...
Learn more about Markham Road

Hulligan Lake Forest Management Road and Carol Truck Trail are seasonally accessible with most 4x4 vehicles. The gate at the entrance to Corol is visible from the highway to determine if the route is open. Watch for logging trucks and give way to any large equipment. Canoe launch and campsites are a...
Learn more about Hulligan Lake & Carol Truck Trail

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 a mix of dirt and rock, and while the route is considered easy, it can develop mud puddles after rai...
Learn more about Figure 8 Connector

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. From there, the trail winds gently through a dense tree area, offering a peaceful and shaded route surr...
Learn more about Nartz Road

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 throughout its length. There are no major obstacles, making it ideal for stock vehicles...
Learn more about Throttle Therapy

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, the trail provides a scenic and shaded route with just enough terrain change to keep things interesti...
Learn more about Camper Trail

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 sections to navigate. After recent rainfall, you may encounter a few mud...
Learn more about High Horse

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, offering a smooth and manageable ride with minimal technical difficulty. After recent...
Learn more about To Stonehenge Connector

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 off-road vehicles, including stock rigs. There are no significant obstacles, steep climbs...
Learn more about Clean Cut

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, but no major obstacles or technical challenges to worry about. It's a scenic route that...
Learn more about The View Overlook

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 a section with scattered rocks that may require a bit more attention but should be manag...
Learn more about Rock 'N' Pine

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 technical sections to navigate. It's an easy, low-stress route that's suitable for all types of off-r...
Learn more about Mild West

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, especially for wider vehicles. The trail is generally smooth and manageable, making it a ...
Learn more about Ore-Be-Gone Overlook Loop

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 some light variability without posing serious challenges. Some sections fea...
Learn more about Deep Lake Overlook 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 of the route. Along the way, you may encounter a few small mud pudd...
Learn more about Mud Run Bypass

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. The trail is loose sand & gravel mixed with some small potholes and tighter secti...
Learn more about Fire Trail - SFR 1428

Hulligan Lake Forest Management Road and Carol Truck Trail are seasonally accessible with most 4x4 vehicles. The gate at the entrance to Corol is visible from the highway to determine if the route is open. Watch for logging trucks and give way to any large equipment. Canoe launch and campsites are a...
Learn more about Hulligan Lake & Carol Truck Trail

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 a mix of dirt and rock, and while the route is considered easy, it can develop mud puddles after rai...
Learn more about Figure 8 Connector

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. From there, the trail winds gently through a dense tree area, offering a peaceful and shaded route surr...
Learn more about Nartz Road

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. The trail is loose sand & gravel mixed with some small potholes and tighter secti...
Learn more about Fire Trail - SFR 1428

Hulligan Lake Forest Management Road and Carol Truck Trail are seasonally accessible with most 4x4 vehicles. The gate at the entrance to Corol is visible from the highway to determine if the route is open. Watch for logging trucks and give way to any large equipment. Canoe launch and campsites are a...
Learn more about Hulligan Lake & Carol Truck Trail

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 a mix of dirt and rock, and while the route is considered easy, it can develop mud puddles after rai...
Learn more about Figure 8 Connector

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. From there, the trail winds gently through a dense tree area, offering a peaceful and shaded route surr...
Learn more about Nartz Road