Mormon Creek Spur AB - FSR 2231AB

Trail Overview

Mormon Creek Spur A and B is classified as a Non-DNR Road. It is not a DNR-managed road, so off-road vehicle use is subject to local government laws. The surface consists of both dirt and paved sections, and the overall condition is fair. Ownership is listed as unspecified to private. The road is currently open and functions as a there-and-back two-track that ends at Robert Anderson's private property driveway. This description was created on July 24, 2025.

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Difficulty

Dirt, sand, grass, and native material, typically unmaintained after rain or snow. You may encounter shallow water crossings and obstacles under 12" on the trail, including small ledges. The road is one vehicle 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: Mormon Trail: 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's History: 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. Mormon Presence in Michigan: While not on the primary Mormon Trail, the Mormon community in Michigan, particularly in the Great Lakes region, would have used various routes and methods of travel. Some Mormons may have traveled through the Upper Peninsula, possibly passing by or near Mormon Creek, as they moved throughout the region. Potential Connections: 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 Spur AB - FSR 2231AB can be accessed by the following ride types:

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