Off-Road Trails in Michigan

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Learn more about Wildlife Drive
Wildlife Drive

Wildlife Drive

Wildlife Drive, located in Schiawasse National Wildlife Refuge, is a scenic, flat dirt road designed for a leisurely drive in a clockwise direction. Take your time to enjoy the stunning views, hiking trails, and beautiful…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Wildlife Project Trail
Wildlife Project Trail

Wildlife Project Trail

Wildlife Project Trail is an offroad trail located in both the Traverse City and Cadillac Forest Management Units. This is a beautiful and fun trail to tackle. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources,…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Wilson Truck Trail
Wilson Truck Trail

Wilson Truck Trail

This road begins as a well-graded two-lane dirt route and gradually narrows as it follows Wilson Creek, offering scenic views and one bridge crossing over the creek. It ends at a private property sign, with…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Windy Corners
Windy Corners

Windy Corners

Windy Corner is a non-maintained ORV trail that is legal for all vehicle types and sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is primarily made up of sand and is surrounded by dense…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Wooded Trail outside of Tin Cup
Wooded Trail outside of Tin Cup

Wooded Trail outside of Tin Cup

This is a wooded trail with multiple elevation changes. The dirt trail begins off East 40th Street and winds through a deciduous forest with areas of old and new growth. The trail has mud puddles,…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Work Around
Work Around

Work Around

Work Around is a very short trail that runs along the edge of the property and backs up to the area that is still being mined. It can be picked up at the end of…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about WP Connector Trail
WP Connector Trail

WP Connector Trail

WP Connector Trail is an offroad connector trail that binds Wildlife Project Trail and N 23-1/2 Trail together. WP stands for Wildlife Project. For more information, see that trail description. Located within the Cadillac Forest…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Yalmer Road - County Road OA
Yalmer Road - County Road OA

Yalmer Road - County Road OA

The primary name of the road is Yalmer Road. It is classified as a non-DNR road. The Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) status indicates that it is not managed by the Department of Natural Resources, and users…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Yankee Springs Loop
Yankee Springs Loop

Yankee Springs Loop

Yankee Springs Loop is a route that connects the various main trails and roads throughout the Yankee Springs State Recreation Area and the Barry State Game Area. You can also run a bunch of "off-shoot"…
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Total Miles
20.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Yates Lookout Tower Trail (NFS 9901)
Yates Lookout Tower Trail (NFS 9901)

Yates Lookout Tower Trail (NFS 9901)

Yates Lookout Tower Trail (NFS 9901) is an "off the beaten path" off-road trail. Located off Kings Highway, this route is easily accessible. The trail navigates you through some gorgeous Michigan forest as it eventually…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Youngman Cut Over
Youngman Cut Over

Youngman Cut Over

Youngman Cutover is a short route that connects North Youngman Road to West Cannonsville Road and Langston Trail. The cutover veers left just off of North Youngman Road and gives further amazing views of the…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Yuma Hills
Yuma Hills

Yuma Hills

This route consists of mostly dirt and sand roads. There are some mud holes, especially after wet weather. Multiple off-camber hill climbs are the highlight of this trail and what makes it different from the…
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Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
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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