Dirt Bike Trails
Near Newald, Wisconsin

Starting at Purdy Lake Road, this scenic trail heads toward Stoney Creek before looping back. There is a T-intersection that goes to/through the creek (depending on water level). The remainder of the trail is a little muddy and rocky, but overall enjoyable. Lots of new-growth trees, so the tree cano...
Learn more about Stoney Creek Loop

This trail has an easy-going gravel and dirt base and will be greatly enjoyed by anyone traveling by ATV or SxS, though it's open to other road-going vehicles. It's a tight forest road with some of the most elevation changes in the area. A winding trail towards the beginning stretch, it straightens ...
Learn more about Bushafer 3876

This is an easy railroad grade that takes over the end of Bushafer and can take you far north or quickly south into Wabeno for some food, drinks, and fuel, You can continue for many more miles. The short spur has a large gravel and rock base with a few road crossings that you need to stop for, so wa...
Learn more about Nicolet State Trail - Bushafer to Wabeno

This trail has a packed gravel base with areas of loose gravel. Traffic flows in both directions and the trail is fairly wide. There are plenty of areas to pull over on the side and take a break. Passing a few lakes, there are opportunities for some other recreation during your trip.
Learn more about Roberts Lake - FS 2144

The route takes you through the Pelican River Forest in the North Woods of Wisconsin. The Pelican River Forest is privately owned by The Conservation Fund and open for public use when the gates are open and the roads are passable. This route loops from US 45 to the east back to US 45 on a gentle rol...
Learn more about Tour Road

Heading southwest from Wabeno, this trail starts from a town road and begins as a dirt trail that transitions to gravel around the halfway point. Early on, the trail is not very wide and has plenty of turns to keep your attention. At the gravel transition, things straighten out and become pretty eas...
Learn more about Jones 2359

North of Woodlawn past Jungle Lake, this is part of the Wolf River Trail system. Mostly gravel with some large rocks mixed in and running north/south, this trail has a ton of spurs that can be taken. Even in this short stretch, they're just waiting to be explored. The trail itself is mostly flat and...
Learn more about The Wolf - Jungle Lake Stretch

The best trail to take that conjoins Post Lake with Pelican Lake, which can then lead to the Harrison Hills system. The trail is mostly a gravel road, but has a small section of dirt on the Pelican Lake side. Along the way, there are excellent views of the woodlands and a stream. Good chance to see ...
Learn more about Pratt Junction

This is a twisting trail through the stunning Barrens Nature Area. This trail's surface is a lot like most other trails in this area and is made up of rocks and sand. There are several great picture opportunities along this loop and access to Sand Lake and Pine River Overlook.
Learn more about Barrens Loop

This trail runs next to the road and then dives into the woods for half of it. The east side of the route has some nice elevation changes with a few lower areas that have the potential to be muddy after rain. The west half goes into the woods where you can find a good number of shallow water holes o...
Learn more about South Pelican

To get you off pavement and onto this rocky, winding trail you will cut through Enterprise Lake Road in Elcho and Old Elcho Road in Pelican Lake. Most times the trail has many low wet spots, but none of them are usually deep. Most corners are pretty tight, but oncoming traffic can usually be seen. T...
Learn more about Pelcho Cut Across

Narrow winding dirt trail that goes right past the small Minito Lake State Natural Area. A short walking trail takes you down to the water side. The majority of this trail is narrow with a few wide spots to allow for oncoming traffic to pass. This trail is best taken at a slower pace, enjoy the scen...
Learn more about Minito Lake

Trail starts by getting of the pavement at the intersection of County Rd. T and Brady Ln. The dirt road lasts just a short bit before getting onto the winding dirt trail. A mixture of dirt, and rock washouts on the slight hills is not difficult to navigate, but some areas are narrow making 2-way tra...
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Nice dirt trail spur going from West Elcho Road to Lily Mill Fire Lane. Most of the trail is easy one-lane traffic with some turnouts and wider spots to accommodate meeting other traffic. Plenty of rolling hills and tight bends make this a fun trail in the area to take your time passing through.
Learn more about West Elcho/Lily Mill Pass Through

Short route to keep off of the dirt road of West Elcho. Access directly from the County T trailhead. Winding trail is narrow in some spots, which requires pulling off to the side allowing traffic to pass. Mostly gravel/dirt trail with a few of the steeper hills being loose rock. There are a few gras...
Learn more about West Elcho Bypass

Approximately 10 mile route from West Elcho Rd. to Moccasin Lake Rd. Access to Horseshoe Lake from the main trail is narrow, but it is a great spot to take a break. The majority of the trail is dirt with some rolling hills consisting of loose rock and gravel. Some of the tighter corners are narrow, ...
Learn more about Horseshoe Lake

This trail, a mix of gravel road and unmaintained 2-track, will take you deep into the UP woods. It is mostly flat with gentle grades and several blind corners with potential for 2-way traffic. The water holes have solid bottoms but can be a foot deep following a rain or Spring runoff.
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The east half of Five Cent Road. This trail passes through open forest and private land so be respectful when passing through. This is not one that travels fast, but will make plenty of dust during the dry season. This road is open to all traffic, but does see a lot of ATV/SxS traffic in the summer ...
Learn more about East Nickel

This is a mostly single-lane gravel trail. Will be dry most of the time, but even after a rain, there won't be much if any mud to find. Some areas of the trail have a pretty tight vegetation canopy, which makes larger vehicles tougher to pass. This trail connects Nelson Fire Lane to West Elcho Road ...
Learn more about Nelson Fire Shortcut

This is a well-maintained trail courtesy of Polar Blazers. Primarily open dirt roads, this trail goes through active logging operations. The logging company graciously continues to allow access to this trail. Please stay on the trail. Maintain safe speeds especially when crossing through logging are...
Learn more about Wolf River to Junction 22A

Starting at Purdy Lake Road, this scenic trail heads toward Stoney Creek before looping back. There is a T-intersection that goes to/through the creek (depending on water level). The remainder of the trail is a little muddy and rocky, but overall enjoyable. Lots of new-growth trees, so the tree cano...
Learn more about Stoney Creek Loop

This trail has an easy-going gravel and dirt base and will be greatly enjoyed by anyone traveling by ATV or SxS, though it's open to other road-going vehicles. It's a tight forest road with some of the most elevation changes in the area. A winding trail towards the beginning stretch, it straightens ...
Learn more about Bushafer 3876

This is an easy railroad grade that takes over the end of Bushafer and can take you far north or quickly south into Wabeno for some food, drinks, and fuel, You can continue for many more miles. The short spur has a large gravel and rock base with a few road crossings that you need to stop for, so wa...
Learn more about Nicolet State Trail - Bushafer to Wabeno

This trail has a packed gravel base with areas of loose gravel. Traffic flows in both directions and the trail is fairly wide. There are plenty of areas to pull over on the side and take a break. Passing a few lakes, there are opportunities for some other recreation during your trip.
Learn more about Roberts Lake - FS 2144

Starting at Purdy Lake Road, this scenic trail heads toward Stoney Creek before looping back. There is a T-intersection that goes to/through the creek (depending on water level). The remainder of the trail is a little muddy and rocky, but overall enjoyable. Lots of new-growth trees, so the tree cano...
Learn more about Stoney Creek Loop

This trail has an easy-going gravel and dirt base and will be greatly enjoyed by anyone traveling by ATV or SxS, though it's open to other road-going vehicles. It's a tight forest road with some of the most elevation changes in the area. A winding trail towards the beginning stretch, it straightens ...
Learn more about Bushafer 3876

This is an easy railroad grade that takes over the end of Bushafer and can take you far north or quickly south into Wabeno for some food, drinks, and fuel, You can continue for many more miles. The short spur has a large gravel and rock base with a few road crossings that you need to stop for, so wa...
Learn more about Nicolet State Trail - Bushafer to Wabeno

This trail has a packed gravel base with areas of loose gravel. Traffic flows in both directions and the trail is fairly wide. There are plenty of areas to pull over on the side and take a break. Passing a few lakes, there are opportunities for some other recreation during your trip.
Learn more about Roberts Lake - FS 2144