Mormon Creek Road - FSR 2231

Trail Overview

Mormon Creek, also known as 28 Road, is a Non-DNR Road. It is not managed by the DNR, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface includes both dirt, gravel, and paved sections, and the condition is rated as fair. Ownership is unspecified, and the road is currently open. Mormon Creek is a popular dirt and gravel road with a history tied to local timber use. This description was created on July 24, 2025.

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Difficulty

Dirt, gravel, sand, and native material, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter shallow water crossings and obstacles under 12 inches on the trail, including small ledges. Road is one to two vehicles wide.

History

Mormon Creek, located near Rapid River, Michigan, has a history tied to the broader Mormon Trail migration, but it's not a primary location on the main trail. While the Mormon Trail refers to the 1,300-mile route from Illinois to Utah, Rapid River is in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a region not directly associated with the main Mormon migration path. However, the area around Rapid River, including Mormon Creek, likely saw some activity related to the Mormon presence in the Upper Peninsula and the surrounding Great Lakes region. Here's a more detailed look: The main Mormon Trail involved pioneers traveling from Nauvoo, Illinois, to Salt Lake City, Utah, between 1846 and 1869. This route is now part of the Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail. Rapid River, Michigan, has its own distinct history as a logging town, with the first sawmill in the Upper Peninsula established there in 1835. The area was also inhabited by the Ojibwe tribe. It's possible that Mormon settlers, missionaries, or those traveling to and from settlements in the Great Lakes region, may have encountered or utilized Mormon Creek or the surrounding area in their travels. However, there's no specific historical record of Mormon Creek being a major landmark on the main Mormon Trail or a significant site of Mormon settlement.

Technical Rating

Mormon Creek Road - FSR 2231 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike