Off-Road Trails in Michigan

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Learn more about Bently Lake Trail
Bently Lake Trail

Bently Lake Trail

Bently Lake Trail is a 4-mile bidirectional trail within the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Located just south of Marion Township between Highway 96 and 94, this trail is easily accessible. Starting from the northern…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Benton Lake Road South
Benton Lake Road South

Benton Lake Road South

This is Benton's Lake Road southern run. This trail starts at its southern intersection with District 5 Rd, and travels north just past Benton Lake. This trail begins as a dirt two-track, before opening up…
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Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Berry Creek
Berry Creek

Berry Creek

Berry Creek is an ORV trail that's legal for all types and sizes of vehicles, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is mostly made up of dirt and is surrounded by dense forest.…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Betsie Valley Bypass/391
Betsie Valley Bypass/391

Betsie Valley Bypass/391

Betsie Valley Bypass/391 starts out as a single-lane trail that doubles as a snowmobile trail. The trail is mostly sand and dirt. Conditions could change during rainy weather. Trees close to the edge of the…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Betsie Valley Spur
Betsie Valley Spur

Betsie Valley Spur

Betsie Valley Spur starts out as a narrow single-lane two-track. The trail is mostly sand and dirt and has low-hanging branches. This trail is managed by the Traverse City Forest Management Unit. It's great for…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Bewilder Trail
Bewilder Trail

Bewilder Trail

Bewilder Trail is an easy offroad trail located at the northern border of Wexford County. This trail can be a little confusing since there are a few spur trails off of it, but if you…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Big Bear
Big Bear

Big Bear

Big Bear is a fifty-inch trail designed to be ridded by 50 Inch ATVs, dirt bikes, and quads. The general make up of this trail is black dirt with some sandy spots in fresh timber…
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Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Bear Connector
Big Bear Connector

Big Bear Connector

Big Bear Connector is a fifty-inch trail designed to be ridden by 50-inch ATVs, dirtbikes, and quads. The general makeup of this trail is hard-packed sand with some soft sandy spots under a canopy of…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Big Cut
Big Cut

Big Cut

The West end of this trail begins on a maintained two-lane gravel road. The road then splits and the track northeast becomes a beautiful sandy two-track trail with rolling hills, mature trees, and beautiful foliage.…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Big O - East Motorcycle Trail
Big O - East Motorcycle Trail

Big O - East Motorcycle Trail

The Big O East is one of Michigan's lesser-known single-track opportunities. This trail section requires a bike plate and registration through the Secretary of State (SOS). This requirement automatically limits the traffic. This 24-inch trail…
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Total Miles
18.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Big O - West MCCCT
Big O - West MCCCT

Big O - West MCCCT

The Big O is one of Michigan's lower peninsula single-track gems. This section of trail sports 39 miles of the best Michigan has to offer. To ride this section of trail, your bike must be…
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Total Miles
39.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer
Learn more about Big Trouble
Big Trouble

Big Trouble

The trail is multi-directional and can be picked up near the bottom of Sloppy Joe or off of The Troubles. This trail is an intermediately steep trail and rutted. As with any of the Holly…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Wolf to Townline
Big Wolf to Townline

Big Wolf to Townline

The start of this trail at Big Wolf Lake Road is very tight with lots of turns. After that, it opens up into a nice two-track with a sandy base. There is plenty of wildlife…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Bill Nicholls Trail (UP3)
Bill Nicholls Trail (UP3)

Bill Nicholls Trail (UP3)

This is one of Michigan's ORV Routes that is open to all licensed vehicles and ORVs. It runs from Houghton to Greenland at roughly 40 miles in length, utilizing the old Copper Range Railroad grade.…
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Total Miles
41.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Bills Creek West - FSR 2814
Bills Creek West - FSR 2814

Bills Creek West - FSR 2814

Road Primary Name: FEDERAL FOREST ROAD 2814. Road Type: Non-DNR Road. ORV Status: Not a DNR Road - See local government laws. Surface Type: Dirt, native material. Condition: Fair. Owner: Federal. Closure Criteria: Open (Partial).…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Birch Hill Motorcycle Trail
Birch Hill Motorcycle Trail

Birch Hill Motorcycle Trail

Birch Hill Motorcycle Trail is a dirt bike-specific trail that is located on the east end of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. This trail is made up of some tight single track that is famous for its…
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Total Miles
8.3
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Black Creek Road
Black Creek Road

Black Creek Road

From the north at mile marker 5 on Black Creek Road, there is a bridge and a parking lot that can hold about 12 vehicles. A short 150-foot walk from here leads to Leatherby Waterfall.…
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Total Miles
11.2
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Black Creek Trail/ FR N3015
Black Creek Trail/ FR N3015

Black Creek Trail/ FR N3015

This is the Black Creek Trail/FR N3015 located in Dickinson County, MI. This trail runs from its trailhead located off County Rd 573 to its endpoint just north of Norway Truck Trail, Cassidy Creek Rd.…
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Total Miles
8.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Black Lake
Black Lake

Black Lake

This track is mostly sand and gravel with little erosion. You'll find mixed traffic here such as snowmobiles, ATVs, and full-size vehicles. Much of this Trail is for snowmobile use only in the winter. Be…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Black Lake North Loop
Black Lake North Loop

Black Lake North Loop

The Black Lake North Loop is a 50" ATV and motorcycle trail. The trail is mostly compacted sand and some black dirt. The trail flows through a number of clear-cut areas and selectively cut forest.…
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Total Miles
25.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall

ATV trails in Michigan

Learn more about 1039 Pine Trail
1039 Pine Trail

1039 Pine Trail

License Plate Required! 1039 Pine Trail is a beautiful bidirectional off-road trail located within the Cadillac Forest Management Unit. The trail starting from the east begins in a sandy, tight section of brush and short…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 115th Avenue
115th Avenue

115th Avenue

Winding through the heart of the Allegan State Game Area, this two-lane road offers a beautiful scenic drive. With a base of loose sand and compacted gravel, the trail provides a classic Michigan public land…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about 116th Avenue
116th Avenue

116th Avenue

Winding through the heart of the Allegan State Game Area, this two-lane road offers a beautiful scenic drive. With a base of loose sand and compacted gravel, the trail provides a classic Michigan public land…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 126th Avenue
126th Avenue

126th Avenue

126th Avenue travels east and west through the central region of the Allegan State Game Area, providing a scenic drive. The road is two vehicles wide with a sandy and gravel base. Stretches of open…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

UTV/side-by-side trails in Michigan

Learn more about 1039 Pine Trail
1039 Pine Trail

1039 Pine Trail

License Plate Required! 1039 Pine Trail is a beautiful bidirectional off-road trail located within the Cadillac Forest Management Unit. The trail starting from the east begins in a sandy, tight section of brush and short…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 115th Avenue
115th Avenue

115th Avenue

Winding through the heart of the Allegan State Game Area, this two-lane road offers a beautiful scenic drive. With a base of loose sand and compacted gravel, the trail provides a classic Michigan public land…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about 116th Avenue
116th Avenue

116th Avenue

Winding through the heart of the Allegan State Game Area, this two-lane road offers a beautiful scenic drive. With a base of loose sand and compacted gravel, the trail provides a classic Michigan public land…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 126th Avenue
126th Avenue

126th Avenue

126th Avenue travels east and west through the central region of the Allegan State Game Area, providing a scenic drive. The road is two vehicles wide with a sandy and gravel base. Stretches of open…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

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