Off-Road Trails Near Bendon, Michigan

Rail Trail Part 4 You will enter trail off Bendon Rd. The trail starts out as a narrow single lane two track with a canopy. You could run into standing water due to a swamp/Marshy area. A new trail was cut due to logging. It created an optional trail. Both trails end up at S. Reynolds's rd. The trai...
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North Reynolds Loop starts out as a narrow single-lane two-track. The trail is mostly sand/dirt and lightly traveled. The trail was logged and now the new growth is very thick. The trail brings you back to Reynolds Road. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest Management Unit. It's great f...
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The trail is a single-lane two-track dirt road with soft sand and mud in areas. Pines and hardwoods make up most of the trail. Wild raspberries line both sides of the two-track. The trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be ...
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Rail Trail Part 3 is a single-lane wider trail with small dips and soft sand. We broke the trail up since you cross paved roads. You will come across a stream and parts of the trail are tight. The trail was great for a spring ride but with the canopy, I could see this being an amazing ride in the fa...
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The trail is a single-lane two-track dirt road with soft sand and mud in areas. Pines and hardwoods make up most of the trail. Wild raspberries line both sides of the trail. This trail ends at South Reynolds Road and is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but ...
Learn more about Turtle Lake Trail

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with soft sand and mud in some areas. The trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Milnichol Road

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with soft sand. This trail is a pine and hardwood mix with some overhang. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Turtle Lake Spur

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with areas of soft sand. It has some washouts with banked curves and ends at CR608. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Hulbert Road

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road, with soft sand rolling hills and winding terrain. This trail crosses Miller Road (dirt). This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Lamb Road/Trail 39

Carpenter Road Loop starts out as a narrow single-lane two-track. The trail is mostly sand/dirt and is lightly traveled. It has thick brush. The trail brings you back to Betsie River Road. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest Management Unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the ca...
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Rail Trail Part 2 is a single-lane wider trail with small dips and soft sand. We broke the trail up since you cross paved roads. You will come across a stream and parts of the trail are tight. The trail was great for a spring ride but with the canopy, I could see this being an amazing ride in the fa...
Learn more about Rail Trail Part 2

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with soft sand and mud in some areas. This trail was rutted with a steep hill. The trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Lost Lake Road

Grass Lake Dam Part 1 is a good dirt road and after a short distance, you will run into Grass Lake State Forest Campground. The dirt road follows the Betsie River with some amazing scenery. Camp sites are set in tree-lined woods. They are equipped with a fire pit and a picnic table. Most offer a cha...
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Betsie Road starts with a single-lane sandy trail. After a short distance, dirt begins to blend in sand creating a firmer surface. The trail doubles as a snowmobile trail in the winter. The trail follows the Betsie River With some amazing scenery. There are some camping spots for those who like bein...
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Grass Lake Dam Part 2 is a single lane two track that will take you to the Grass lake Dam. The dirt road is a windy and sandy road with some amazing scenery. The trail can be in and out or you can choose to explore the other trails in the area. The trail was great for a spring ride but with the cano...
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Grass Lake Spur is a short single two-track trail with a posted sign that motor vehicles must remain on the trail wherever it's posted. These areas are managed wildlife areas. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. The trail was great for a spring ride but with the canopy, I co...
Learn more about Grass Lake Spur

This trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with soft sand. It's a pine and hardwood mix near a marshy area and is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. This trail was great for a spring ride, but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about North Carmean Road Part 1

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with areas of soft sand. It has some washouts with curves and ends at CR669. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Carmean Spur

The trail is a single-lane narrow two-track dirt road with soft sand and mud in areas. This trail is rutted and not very well maintained. The trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest MGMT unit. It's great for a spring ride but with the canopy, it could be an amazing ride in the fall.
Learn more about Milnichol Loop

Aylsworth Road Part 1 is the beginning of a three-part section of dirt road. It's a double-lane road that seems to be maintained well. The trail is made up of dirt. It's a beautiful drive with pine and hardwood mixed with trees that overhang, allowing the sun to peek through some areas while allowin...
Learn more about Aylsworth Road Part 1

This trail connects the end of Buckley Rd to the Lake Dubonnet Trail, running along the north side of Lake Dubbonet. It is a single vehicle wide with a packed dirt surface. The roadway is relatively clear without any significant obstacles. Toward the north end of the trail, it will split into two se...
Learn more about Buckley - Dubbonet Connector

Lake Dubonnet Trl is a great drive just 15 minutes outside Traverse City. The trail terrain is mostly dirt with some areas that have sand. You will drive through dense forests with great views. You will also come to a few locations halfway along the trail where you can launch kayaks into Lake Dubonn...
Learn more about Lake Dubonnet Trail

This trail runs northwest/southeast, mostly through state forest land. It largely consists of a two-track, though occasional rock/gravel and puddles will be encountered. The northern end of the trail is just to the south of the intersection between Middle Haze Road and Trail 48460. The northernmost ...
Learn more about Steam Hauler

This is a fun trail crossing state land north of Lake Dubonnet. The trail consists mostly of sandy two tracks easily passable by most vehicles. There are sections, however, with tight turns in wooded areas and some relatively steep climbs with exposed roots. Longer vehicles and those with ground cle...
Learn more about Ransom Lake Trail

Aylsworth Road Part 1 is the beginning of a three-part section of dirt road. It's a double-lane road that seems to be maintained well. The trail is made up of dirt. It's a beautiful drive with pine and hardwood mixed with trees that overhang, allowing the sun to peek through some areas while allowin...
Learn more about Aylsworth Road Part 1

This trail connects the end of Buckley Rd to the Lake Dubonnet Trail, running along the north side of Lake Dubbonet. It is a single vehicle wide with a packed dirt surface. The roadway is relatively clear without any significant obstacles. Toward the north end of the trail, it will split into two se...
Learn more about Buckley - Dubbonet Connector

Lake Dubonnet Trl is a great drive just 15 minutes outside Traverse City. The trail terrain is mostly dirt with some areas that have sand. You will drive through dense forests with great views. You will also come to a few locations halfway along the trail where you can launch kayaks into Lake Dubonn...
Learn more about Lake Dubonnet Trail

This trail runs northwest/southeast, mostly through state forest land. It largely consists of a two-track, though occasional rock/gravel and puddles will be encountered. The northern end of the trail is just to the south of the intersection between Middle Haze Road and Trail 48460. The northernmost ...
Learn more about Steam Hauler