Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Onaway, Michigan

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Red Bridge Trail

Red Bridge Trail is a fifty-inch trail designed to be ridden by 50 Inch ATVs, dirt bikes, and quads. The general makeup of this trail is black dirt and sand. There is more sand in…
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Total Miles
25.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp

Brown Trail

Brown Trail is a very narrow two-track. Expect to do some trimming and to get good ol' Michigan pinstriping. This is a fun hilly trail. There are a couple of deep puddles. Some areas have…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

LP 9 to Sinkholes

LP 9 to Sinkholes is a mix of a designated ORV trail and a gravel road. It's legal for any vehicle size and type, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The designated ORV portion is…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Fishermans Road Trail

This trail is a point-to-point trail in Pigeon Forest, starting on Webb Road (dirt road with gas and diner nearby) near Wolverine - Afton Mich area which at the east end connects to the Pigeon…
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Total Miles
12.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Black Lake

This track is mostly sand and gravel with little erosion. You'll find mixed traffic here such as snowmobiles, ATVs, and full-size vehicles. Much of this Trail is for snowmobile use only in the winter. Be…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Anderson

Anderson is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all types and sizes of vehicles, including large 4x4s and dirt bikes. The trail is primarily made up of hardpack dirt and is…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Spring Lake Spur

Spring Lake Spur is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all vehicle types and sizes, ranging from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is composed of grass and dirt and…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Tomahawk

This is a nice, easy trail that follows the shore of Tomahawk Creek, flooding. Made up of mostly soft Michigan sugar sand. There is a spot where there is water over the road most of…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp

LP 9 to Elk Road

The LP 9 to Elk Road Trail is a designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is legal for vehicles of all types and sizes, ranging from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is predominantly…
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Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Elk Road

Elk Road is a road that's open to all vehicle types and sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. It's made up of mostly gravel and is surrounded by mostly clearings from logging, which provides…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Mixed Bag

Mixed Bag is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all types and sizes of vehicles, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail offers a diverse range of terrain, including sand,…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Hayner

Hayner is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is legal for vehicles of all types and sizes, ranging from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail comprises various terrains, including sand, gravel, dirt, and…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Big Cut

The West end of this trail begins on a maintained two-lane gravel road. The road then splits and the track northeast becomes a beautiful sandy two-track trail with rolling hills, mature trees, and beautiful foliage.…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

LP 492

LP 492 is an off-road vehicle trail that accommodates a wide range of vehicles, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. It serves as a crucial link between LP-9 and provides access to essential food and…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Alpina State Road

If you're looking for a peaceful nature drive this route will be for you. This track is a relaxing drive as you wind along this sandy/gravel northern Michigan road. There are many offshoot trails along…
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Total Miles
11.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

LP-9 to 628

LP-9 to 628 is a designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all types and sizes of vehicles, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is primarily composed of dirt and sand,…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Blue Jay

An enjoyable ride through the MI woods is to be had on this tight two track trail. If you're afraid of a few minor pin stripes, then this trail is not for you. This trail…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

LP 9 Atlanta to El-bo Inn

LP 9 is an ORV trail that accommodates riders of all sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail features a diverse landscape, including sugar sand and hard-pack terrain, dense forests, and large, clearings…
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Total Miles
13.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Brege Road

This entertaining ride is a single lane two-track that has varied surfaces as you make your way along. You'll encounter dirt, sand, gravel and even some rocky areas. There are some tight spots along the…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Jack Pine

This is a relaxing drive through the woods, with a single-lane and two-track. The surface is a mix of dirt and sand, with a short section of loose sand and a rocky hill thrown in…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Silver Creek

South of M68 the trail is single-track and unmaintained. Sandy base with a few spots that have the potential for large puddles if it's been raining. The foliage and trees are typical to Michigan but…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Sorgenfrei

Sorgenfrei Highway is a windy, sandy/gravel dirt road wide enough for two vehicles. There are many intersecting trails to explore. The north end of the trail stops at M68, which will lead you to Ocqueoc…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Wi / Fa

Logging Lane

Logging Lane is a longer trail that connects several other trails in the area. It starts in a logging area as a single lane dirt and gravel trail with a few water holes depending on…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

646

A single-lane, straight trail through the Atlanta Forest Management Unit that crosses several other trails, giving you plenty of options to plan your day off-roading. This trail passes through some old logging sites as well…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Badger Trail

Badger Trail is a grass and dirt single-lane track through the woods of Northern Michigan. It is tight in areas as it is very lightly traveled. There are minor elevation changes along the way. The…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Fishermans Trail Bypass

This is a bypass of the Fisherman's trail and connects you to the Beaver Dam trail, which is a great ride in spring after a snow melt. You will travel through the Pigeon River forest…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp

Pigeon River Roaming

Mostly dirt roads through a state forest. In the spring time, it's easy to find mud if you want to get your tires wet. There are many lakes in the area. It's mostly flat, without…
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Total Miles
10.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp

Fisherman's Trail

This is a point-to-point trail (or what Michigan calls a "seasonal road") starting on Webb Road and then going into Pigeon Forest, turning south on Fisherman's Road. It's a dirt trail with standing water and…
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Total Miles
14.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Tober Highway

Tober Highway is a single-lane trail that is part of a network of trails in the woods of Northern Michigan. The surface varies from dirt to rock to gravel along the way, making it interesting.…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

Fern Way

This is a sandy dirt two-track that winds its way through the Atlanta forest area. It connects two other trails that are part of a network of trails in the area. There is loose sand…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

ATV Trails Near Onaway, Michigan

Red Bridge Trail

Red Bridge Trail is a fifty-inch trail designed to be ridden by 50 Inch ATVs, dirt bikes, and quads. The general makeup of this trail is black dirt and sand. There is more sand in…
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Total Miles
25.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp

Brown Trail

Brown Trail is a very narrow two-track. Expect to do some trimming and to get good ol' Michigan pinstriping. This is a fun hilly trail. There are a couple of deep puddles. Some areas have…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

LP 9 to Sinkholes

LP 9 to Sinkholes is a mix of a designated ORV trail and a gravel road. It's legal for any vehicle size and type, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The designated ORV portion is…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Fishermans Road Trail

This trail is a point-to-point trail in Pigeon Forest, starting on Webb Road (dirt road with gas and diner nearby) near Wolverine - Afton Mich area which at the east end connects to the Pigeon…
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Total Miles
12.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Black Lake

This track is mostly sand and gravel with little erosion. You'll find mixed traffic here such as snowmobiles, ATVs, and full-size vehicles. Much of this Trail is for snowmobile use only in the winter. Be…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Anderson

Anderson is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all types and sizes of vehicles, including large 4x4s and dirt bikes. The trail is primarily made up of hardpack dirt and is…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

UTV/Side-by-Side Near Onaway, Michigan

Brown Trail

Brown Trail is a very narrow two-track. Expect to do some trimming and to get good ol' Michigan pinstriping. This is a fun hilly trail. There are a couple of deep puddles. Some areas have…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

LP 9 to Sinkholes

LP 9 to Sinkholes is a mix of a designated ORV trail and a gravel road. It's legal for any vehicle size and type, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The designated ORV portion is…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Fishermans Road Trail

This trail is a point-to-point trail in Pigeon Forest, starting on Webb Road (dirt road with gas and diner nearby) near Wolverine - Afton Mich area which at the east end connects to the Pigeon…
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Total Miles
12.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Black Lake

This track is mostly sand and gravel with little erosion. You'll find mixed traffic here such as snowmobiles, ATVs, and full-size vehicles. Much of this Trail is for snowmobile use only in the winter. Be…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Anderson

Anderson is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all types and sizes of vehicles, including large 4x4s and dirt bikes. The trail is primarily made up of hardpack dirt and is…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Spring Lake Spur

Spring Lake Spur is a non-designated off-road vehicle (ORV) trail that is open to all vehicle types and sizes, ranging from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is composed of grass and dirt and…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa