Dirt Bike Trails
Near Rothbury, Michigan

FS 9021 is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the north side of this route, you'll twist and turn a...
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This section of Dalson Road is unimproved and cuts through the forest between Raymond and Brunswick Roads. Near the middle of the trail, the road goes around a large marshy area. The trail is easy as long as you avoid going into the marsh. Winter snow can hide the marsh.
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FS 5288 is an exciting out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off South 162nd Avenue, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting out, you'll twist and turn in an overgrown section of the forest. This section includes a lot ...
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The Holton Loop South is a Motorcycle Trail that requires the secretary of state license plating as well as ORV stickers. The trail contains sections of roads, routes, and a 24" trail. The road portion is short, with the main parts of the trail as route and 24". The 24" sections are tight, and twist...
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West Buchanan-Pierce Trail is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the south side of this route, you'...
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This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, banked corners, and heavily rutted stretches. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed dirt, with a few wet spots. In multiple places, the trees are tight enough to be only slightly wider than ...
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FS 9652 is a seasonal out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just off East Baseline Road, this trail is easily accessible. Starting out, you'll begin on a gravel/dirt two-track. As you continue down the trail, you'll be greeted by a gorgeous section of towering red pine tree...
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E Buchanan-Pierce Trail is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand like it's neighboring trails. Starting on the nort...
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North Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail is a 24-inch motorcycle-only trail. This particular loop is approximately 12 miles long. But do not be deceived;there is a lot of riding to be done. This loop, as well as the surrounding area single track, is primarily a dirt/sand-based trail that has been formed i...
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This is a short little two-track in the Manistee National Forest connecting 184th Avenue and 180th Avenue. It is definitely a little tight in some spots but nothing bad. You will get some scratches on your vehicle, but the trail is a super easy in-and-out trail.
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NFS 9851 is an easy off-road trail within the Manistee National Forest. Although this trail is short and has nothing technical, it connects outdoor enthusiasts for many reasons. This track gives access to the Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail, as well as access to a local fishing hole. This trail also gi...
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The forest road is mostly sand with a little mud in spots. The road becomes very uneven and forces lower speed. A lower clearance vehicle may damage the front facia. When you get near the end of the road there is a fairly steep hill that drops to a few feet above river level. To get to the river you...
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Podunk River Access/Forest Road 5302/9359 is a short loop with boat access to the White River in the Huron-Manistee National Forest. This is an easy trail but features some tight spots and ruts. It's mostly dirt-packed;9359 has some sandy spots but nothing major, just a little loose sand.
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This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, and banked corners. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed dirt, with a few wet spots. In multiple places, the trees are tight enough to be only slightly wider than dirt bike handlebars.
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This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, and banked corners with some whoops. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed black dirt. In multiple places, the trees are tight enough to be only slightly wider than dirt bike handlebars.
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NFS 9180 is a fun off-road trail located within the Manistee National Forest. It starts off running alongside the Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail. Most of the trail consists of sand and dirt as you twist and turn up and down the two-track. Like most Michigan trails, conditions are dependent on the weat...
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Silver Lake State Park ORV Area otherwise known as the Silver Lake Sand Dunes is a 450-acre off-road vehicle area located between Lake Michigan and Silver Lake. You'll find everything from flat sandy spaces to steep dune climbs, to water holes that can swallow most cars. There are requirements to en...
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Stunning views with easy access to Forest Route 9192. This 2 track can be completed by a variety of vehicles. AWD crossovers or low clearance stock 4x4s will find this trail easy to manage. Flat loose dirt with the occasional bump or shallow rut can be expected. Does have some small camp spots that ...
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This trail has mild sections that can be tight. The trail is accessible off of 184th Ave and adjoins FR5083. Low-clearance vehicles may encounter issues during spring or after heavy rains. The dirt is very soft and can get rutted easily. This is a very scenic with thick forest views, perfect for wil...
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This motorcycle trail contains sharp turns, tight trees, and banked corners. In some sections, the trail is very rooted. Most of the trail is light sand or hard-packed dirt, with a few wet spots. In multiple places, the trees are tight enough to be only slightly wider than dirt bike handlebars. Ther...
Learn more about Horseshoe Motorcycle Trail Part 4

FS 9021 is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the north side of this route, you'll twist and turn a...
Learn more about FS 9021

FS 5288 is an exciting out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off South 162nd Avenue, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting out, you'll twist and turn in an overgrown section of the forest. This section includes a lot ...
Learn more about FS 5288

West Buchanan-Pierce Trail is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the south side of this route, you'...
Learn more about West Buchanan-Pierce Trail

FS 9652 is a seasonal out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just off East Baseline Road, this trail is easily accessible. Starting out, you'll begin on a gravel/dirt two-track. As you continue down the trail, you'll be greeted by a gorgeous section of towering red pine tree...
Learn more about FS 9652

FS 9021 is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the north side of this route, you'll twist and turn a...
Learn more about FS 9021

FS 5288 is an exciting out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off South 162nd Avenue, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting out, you'll twist and turn in an overgrown section of the forest. This section includes a lot ...
Learn more about FS 5288

West Buchanan-Pierce Trail is a bidirectional trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located off East Buchanan Road to the north and East Pierce Road to the south, this trail is easily accessible. Most of the trail is a combination of dirt and sand. Starting on the south side of this route, you'...
Learn more about West Buchanan-Pierce Trail

FS 9652 is a seasonal out-and-back trail within the Manistee National Forest. Located just off East Baseline Road, this trail is easily accessible. Starting out, you'll begin on a gravel/dirt two-track. As you continue down the trail, you'll be greeted by a gorgeous section of towering red pine tree...
Learn more about FS 9652