Trail Overview

This is an idyllic dirt road that traverses along the north bank of the Indian River. Offering access to Brevick Lake, Little Island Lake, Peanut Lake, Green Bass Lake, Deer Creek, Cookson Lake, Red Lake, and Blue Joe Lake. Description created on 7/24/25.

Photos of Little Indian - FFR 2257

Want to see more?
View All Photos

Difficulty

Dirt road with gentle rolling grades. Traversable by most vehicle types. The road is two vehicles wide.

History

The area around Steuben, Michigan, has a history tied to logging and the exploitation of natural resources. Schoolcraft County itself was established in 1871 and named after Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, an early explorer and Indian agent. Steuben, Michigan, is a small neighborhood within Inwood Township in Schoolcraft County. The name "Steuben" likely refers to Baron von Steuben, a Prussian military officer who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. While the area doesn't have a prominent historical narrative, it's part of a region with a rich history tied to logging and the early development of the Upper Peninsula.

Technical Rating