Dirt Bike Trails
Near Elsah, Illinois

Flatwoods Spur B (FS 2438B) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The Flatwoods Spur B heads north from the main road, Flatwoods FS 2438, heading into the woods along the ridge going north and then east from the main ridge. The road ha...
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Coffman Hollow (FS 2907) is a natural dirt, coarse gravel, and natural rock forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Coffman Hollow heads west off the FS 2438, going along the raised ridge, slowly shedding off elevation downhill for the first mile, traversing small w...
Learn more about Coffman Hollow - FS 2907

Clear Creek North Side (FS 2269) is a dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The dirty natural gravel surface track heads south from the Floyd Tower Road ridge, going into the treelines at a slight downhill grade to the middle section of the trail t...
Learn more about Clear Creek North Side - FS 2269

Shirley Ridge (FS 2628) is a maintained gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest, going downhill rapidly at first, only to shift towards a milder downhill grade before rising o...
Learn more about Shirley Ridge - FS 2628

This is a beautiful ride through Mark Twain National Forest on the northern portion of the Potosi district. There are lots of opportunities for photos and enjoying the scenery. You are likely to see deer and other animals along the route. Make sure to bring your swim trunks for a dip in the Huzzah C...
Learn more about Bass River Scenic Route

Kemlin Hollow (FS 2627) is a natural gravel and dirt road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading south, first riding on generally flat ground, to the point the trail narrows into a pine-filled downhill with smal...
Learn more about Kemlin Hollow - FS 2627

Billy's Branch (FS 2608) is a natural dirt and gravel road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest, going downhill, crossing over natural rock poking out of the surface, with mild rutting to meet a smal...
Learn more about Billys Branch - FS 2608

Hidden Pond (FS 2607) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest, going downhill, featuring loose coarse gravel, natural cobbles, and erosion-ruts to the co...
Learn more about Hidden Pond - FS 2607

With a few routes running up and down the eastern side of the park, there are varying levels of difficulty and plenty of options along the way. This side of the park is a bit more SxS-, moto-, and ATV-friendly, so be mindful of machines in the area, as well as the mud trucks near the bog.
Learn more about Eastern Inner Track

Tucked away in the trees, this track loops from the open field back down to a series of crossroads, guiding you around the center of the western half of the park. Make your way through a variety of obstacles, or head over to the mud run to catch the action on busy days.
Learn more about Western Forest Trail

As the name suggests, this is a straight-cut power line trail that runs through the property. It features some nasty washout sections and plenty of rocks for a little light crawling. Rain can make this area extremely slick, so be mindful of trail conditions before finding yourself in a tricky or awk...
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Hidden Pond Spur A (FS 2607A) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The Spur Road begins going south off the far western section of the FS 2607, just a couple of hundred feet before the main road's legal end. The Spur Road quickly narr...
Learn more about Hidden Pond Spur A - FS 2607A

The extensive loop around the eastern side of the park features amazing rock challenges, serious washouts, and plenty of opportunities for photos and scenic views along the way. There are many trails that branch off the perimeter, leading into different cut-throughs and the inner workings of the tra...
Learn more about Perimeter Trail

A short but nasty mud run through the trees. This trail can become extremely challenging after a good rain, so be mindful of the conditions before attempting it. The upside is that there are plenty of trees available for winching if needed. Also, watch for hidden branches and small rocks buried bene...
Learn more about Snot Licker

A personal favorite and enjoyed by many, this trail features a beautiful undercut climb that stays damp and will give most rigs a run for their money. Plenty of rock throughout the trail keeps things interesting, and it's challenging in either direction. Once you conquer the big undercut, you'll be ...
Learn more about Double Hump

With a few routes running up and down the eastern side of the park, there are varying levels of difficulty and plenty of options along the way. This side of the park is a bit more SxS-, moto-, and ATV-friendly, so be mindful of machines in the area, as well as the mud trucks near the bog.
Learn more about Western Inner Track 2

Running north to south from the intersection where Forest Trail and several other trails meet, this route takes you down into the Fish Bowl before bringing you back out to the main shop area. Be mindful when exiting the trail, as there may be machines doing laps on the small circle track.
Learn more about Root Pass

This area of the park features a small circle track with several small surrounding obstacles. Be mindful of others who may be entering or exiting the track, as the banked terrain can make it difficult to see what you're driving into. Respect and consideration for other riders are greatly appreciated...
Learn more about Fish Bowl

Very easy up to the power line. It's a road. Easy access to a place to hike, camp, or hunt. Particularly to hike or hunt the power-line cut. After the power lines, it's a trail for about 125 yards. Towards the top staying to the left will connect to CR 605 [AKA Jinkerson Road which is paved] which c...
Learn more about Allen Branch FS 4004

Courtois Cemetery (FS 2878) is a nature gravel and dirt forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Courtios (pronounced Coat-A-Way) Cemetery begins at Missouri Route 8 heading north, first crossing a low water bridge creek crossing, before arriving at the actual Courto...
Learn more about Courtois Cemetery - FS 2878

Flatwoods Spur B (FS 2438B) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The Flatwoods Spur B heads north from the main road, Flatwoods FS 2438, heading into the woods along the ridge going north and then east from the main ridge. The road ha...
Learn more about Flatwoods Spur B - FS 2438B

Coffman Hollow (FS 2907) is a natural dirt, coarse gravel, and natural rock forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Coffman Hollow heads west off the FS 2438, going along the raised ridge, slowly shedding off elevation downhill for the first mile, traversing small w...
Learn more about Coffman Hollow - FS 2907

Clear Creek North Side (FS 2269) is a dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The dirty natural gravel surface track heads south from the Floyd Tower Road ridge, going into the treelines at a slight downhill grade to the middle section of the trail t...
Learn more about Clear Creek North Side - FS 2269

Shirley Ridge (FS 2628) is a maintained gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest, going downhill rapidly at first, only to shift towards a milder downhill grade before rising o...
Learn more about Shirley Ridge - FS 2628

Flatwoods Spur B (FS 2438B) is a natural dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The Flatwoods Spur B heads north from the main road, Flatwoods FS 2438, heading into the woods along the ridge going north and then east from the main ridge. The road ha...
Learn more about Flatwoods Spur B - FS 2438B

Coffman Hollow (FS 2907) is a natural dirt, coarse gravel, and natural rock forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. Coffman Hollow heads west off the FS 2438, going along the raised ridge, slowly shedding off elevation downhill for the first mile, traversing small w...
Learn more about Coffman Hollow - FS 2907

Clear Creek North Side (FS 2269) is a dirt and gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The dirty natural gravel surface track heads south from the Floyd Tower Road ridge, going into the treelines at a slight downhill grade to the middle section of the trail t...
Learn more about Clear Creek North Side - FS 2269

Shirley Ridge (FS 2628) is a maintained gravel forest service road within the Potosi Unit of Mark Twain National Forest. The road begins at Berryman Road and the upper ridge it rests on, heading northwest, going downhill rapidly at first, only to shift towards a milder downhill grade before rising o...
Learn more about Shirley Ridge - FS 2628