Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Turner, Michigan

FS 4685 is a two-track that is not maintained and is made up of pine hardwood mix. During winter and spring, you can run into mud and snow, so make sure you assess the trail before you explore. This trail can be run in either direction. The trails in the area are all part of the Huron National Fores...
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FS 4403 is another two-lane well-maintained dirt road made up of pine hardwood mix that will take you by multiple trails. This is an easy dirt road/trail that can be run in either direction. The trails in the area are all part of the Huron National Forest.
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FS 4404 is a wide single-lane maintained dirt road made up of pine hardwood mix. It will connect with FS 4403 and FS 4514, either making a nice loop or running the trails individually. The trail can be run in either direction. The trails in this area are all part of the Huron National Forest.
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FS 2630 is a two-lane well-maintained dirt road made up of pine hardwood mix that will take you by multiple trails. This is an easy dirt road/trail that can be run in either direction. The trails in the area are all part of the Huron National Forest.
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H9-4 Sand Lake, a 50-inch trail, traverses parts of the Huron National Forest. The trail is predominantly sandy and is flanked by dense forests, interspersed with clearings. There are long, winding corners along with some big, straightaways. To fully appreciate this trail, it's recommended to travel...
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FS 4514 is a wide single-lane maintained dirt road made up of pine hardwood mix. It will connect with FS 4404 and FS 4514, either making a nice loop or running the trails individually. The trail can be run in either direction. The trails in this area are all part of the Huron National Forest.
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FS 4402 is a two-lane, well-maintained dirt road made of pine hardwood mix that will take you by multiple trails. This easy dirt road/trail can be run in either direction. The trails in the area are all part of the Huron National Forest.
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FS 4301 A, also known as Curtis Road, is a well-maintained two-lane dirt road. 4301 A will take you by an area of Vaughn Lake with a small creek and marsh. The dirt road along the Huron National Forest is lined with pine and some hardwoods. 4301 A ends at Vaughn Road. Once you cross Vaughn Road you...
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FS 3180 is a wide single-lane maintained dirt road made up of Pine hardwood mix and is an in-and-out trail. You can jump on 3181 taking you to Vaughn Road. this will allow you to connect with multiple trails in the Huron National Forest running the trails individually.
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This is a short, very easy but narrow trail that connects Monument Road with FS 4401. It goes through a typical Michigan forest area with trees all around and a loose sandy surface. It's mostly flat except for a small uphill but should be passable by any 4WD vehicle and when dry, most 2WD with good ...
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FS 4301 B, also known as Curtis Road, is a well-maintained two-lane dirt road. 4301 B will take you by an area with a small creek. The dirt road along the Huron National Forest is lined with pine and some hardwoods. 4301 B ends at Monument Road. If you're looking for more trails, jump on FS 4102 and...
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Sterling Truck Trail is a seasonal road that is a great connector trail for many of the trails in the Gladwin area. The terrain is sandy and flat, and it is easily wide enough for two vehicles. It is very easy in difficulty, but it is unmaintained during rain or snow. During dry summer months, this ...
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FS 4436 also known as Sand Lake Road is a single-lane dirt/sand mix. The trail is part of the Huron National Forest and can be run in either direction. The trail is an easy drive with some wildlife. The trail was mostly made up of pine. This area has been clear cut and some controlled burns at the t...
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FS 4418 also known as National City Road is a single-lane dirt/sand mix. The trail is part of the Huron National Forest and can be run in either direction. The trail ran through a marshy area with some wildlife and even ran across some ant hills. The trail was mostly made up of pines and hardwood. R...
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FS 4513 is a tight two-track with pine hardwood mix that opens up to a two-lane dirt road after crossing 4301. These trails are all part of the Huron National Forest. The trail is mostly solid, but you could encounter some soft sand in this area.
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This trail runs from Spenser Trail to South Morrison Road. The east side of the trail, once crossed over the creek, becomes very tight and banked, weaving back and forth through the trees. It was a fun trail to drive, but it definitely needs some trimming for full-size vehicles.
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This trail is typical of the Michigan two-track style trail. Sandy with little elevation change. It begins at the end of a dirt road and goes all the way back to a creek. Spencer's Trail intersects with a couple of other trails. There is a large tree down on the trail just past the intersection, lim...
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Forest Service Road 2143 is an accessible trail suitable for all vehicle types, located within a dense forest area. The road is divided into two distinct sections. The eastern half is a tighter, more rugged trail that winds through the forest, offering a challenging experience for adventurous driver...
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FS 4544 is a two-track that is not maintained and is comprised of a pine hardwood mix. This is a short run in and out. At the time the trail was run FS 3170, was blocked by multiple trees. During winter and spring, you can run into mud and snow, so make sure you assess the trail before you explore. ...
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This Trail is a typical Michigan two-track. Dirt track, wide enough for one vehicle. The trail does not lead to any other trails, but there are quite a few grassy spots to pull off for dispersed camping. The west side of the loop portion is definitely a much tighter, less-traveled trail. The south s...
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H9-4 Sand Lake, a 50-inch trail, traverses parts of the Huron National Forest. The trail is predominantly sandy and is flanked by dense forests, interspersed with clearings. There are long, winding corners along with some big, straightaways. To fully appreciate this trail, it's recommended to travel...
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This is a short, very easy but narrow trail that connects Monument Road with FS 4401. It goes through a typical Michigan forest area with trees all around and a loose sandy surface. It's mostly flat except for a small uphill but should be passable by any 4WD vehicle and when dry, most 2WD with good ...
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FS 4513 is a tight two-track with pine hardwood mix that opens up to a two-lane dirt road after crossing 4301. These trails are all part of the Huron National Forest. The trail is mostly solid, but you could encounter some soft sand in this area.
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This trail runs from Spenser Trail to South Morrison Road. The east side of the trail, once crossed over the creek, becomes very tight and banked, weaving back and forth through the trees. It was a fun trail to drive, but it definitely needs some trimming for full-size vehicles.
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FS 4301 A, also known as Curtis Road, is a well-maintained two-lane dirt road. 4301 A will take you by an area of Vaughn Lake with a small creek and marsh. The dirt road along the Huron National Forest is lined with pine and some hardwoods. 4301 A ends at Vaughn Road. Once you cross Vaughn Road you...
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This is a short, very easy but narrow trail that connects Monument Road with FS 4401. It goes through a typical Michigan forest area with trees all around and a loose sandy surface. It's mostly flat except for a small uphill but should be passable by any 4WD vehicle and when dry, most 2WD with good ...
Learn more about FS 4666-4663

FS 4301 B, also known as Curtis Road, is a well-maintained two-lane dirt road. 4301 B will take you by an area with a small creek. The dirt road along the Huron National Forest is lined with pine and some hardwoods. 4301 B ends at Monument Road. If you're looking for more trails, jump on FS 4102 and...
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FS 4513 is a tight two-track with pine hardwood mix that opens up to a two-lane dirt road after crossing 4301. These trails are all part of the Huron National Forest. The trail is mostly solid, but you could encounter some soft sand in this area.
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