Off-Road Trails in Michigan

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S/W Little Manistee Motorcycle Trail

S/W Little Manistee Motorcycle Trail

The S/W Little Manistee Motorcycle Trail is part of the greater Little Manistee Loop. The total of the outer loop spans a little over 40 miles. There are 4 main sections with a cutoff option…
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Total Miles
8.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sacred Chimney Trail
Sacred Chimney Trail

Sacred Chimney Trail

This trail is a point-to-point section of DNR Trail 6, which is part of extensive off-road vehicle trails that branch out from the ORV-friendly community of St. Helen, Michigan. This short but popular section of…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Samels Trail
Samels Trail

Samels Trail

Samels Trail is a classical Michigan bidirectional two-track loop trail within the Traverse City Forest Management Unit. Located off Samels Road, just less than 2 miles south of highway M-72 and Williamsburg, makes this track…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Hill Trail
Sand Hill Trail

Sand Hill Trail

Sand Hill Trail is a seasonal road that accommodates vehicles of all sizes, from large 4x4s to dirt bikes. The trail is predominantly composed of sand and is encircled by dense forests. This trail provides…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail
Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail

Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail

Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail is a nice skills test for riders in Michigan's lower peninsula. This trail has a little bit of everything. Sand, rocks, roots, hill climbs, ruts, and more. Although most riders could…
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Total Miles
23.2
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Lake Road - FS 4436
Sand Lake Road - FS 4436

Sand Lake Road - FS 4436

FS 4436 also known as Sand Lake Road is a single-lane dirt/sand mix. The trail is part of the Huron National Forest and can be run in either direction. The trail is an easy drive…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sand Lakes Loop
Sand Lakes Loop

Sand Lakes Loop

This is a mostly sand trail, with a few steep hill climbs. Terrain is easily traveled by a 4x4 capable vehicle, no lift required throughout. This is a multi-use trail in places, so be sure…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Road
Sand Road

Sand Road

The route has undulating trails that will have water/mud in many low spots on the trail. The trail goes next to the White River in many areas. As you get near the River you will…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Sandtown
Sandtown

Sandtown

Sandtown is one of Michigan's Upper Peninsula dirt bike riding destinations. This is 32 miles of prime black dirt 24-inch single-track riding. This trail is kept intentionally tight, twisty, and challenging. When riding this loop…
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Total Miles
33.8
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Sandy Berm Trail
Sandy Berm Trail

Sandy Berm Trail

License Plate Required! Sandy Berm Trail is a fun track for beginners to check out due to its being an easy track with a variety of terrain. Located just west of US Highway 131, this…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sandy Puddles
Sandy Puddles

Sandy Puddles

This is an out-and-back sandy two-track trail through dense woods with several large water holes along the way. Some of the water holes are 12 to 18 inches deep, depending on the season, and have…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Saunter Trail
Saunter Trail

Saunter Trail

Saunter Trail is a narrow two-track connector trail running between Pine Drive and North Saint Helen Road through a quiet section of pine forest near Saint Helen. The trail is a combination of smooth hard-pack…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Scenic Hopkins Gravel
Scenic Hopkins Gravel

Scenic Hopkins Gravel

This rural gravel road cuts straight across active farmland in central Allegan County. While not a technical trail, it's a useful connector between nearby two-tracks and seasonal roads, especially if you're linking routes across the…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Schlatter Lake
Schlatter Lake

Schlatter Lake

This is an easy trail that offers great vistas, camping areas, and fishing opportunities. It's a nice scenic ride along Schlatter Lake at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. This is a great option for…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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Schlatter Lake Trail

Schlatter Lake Trail

Schlatter Lake Trail is a federally owned/ locally maintained, Level-2/ Level-3 forest road with a surface composition of dirt, sand, gravel, and native material. This route is currently open and in fair condition; it is…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Scratchy Trail
Scratchy Trail

Scratchy Trail

This narrow and scratchy trail will leave a mark. This sandy trail is off a longer trail in the Gladwin Forest. This trail can be run either direction, but we found the overhead branches favored…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
SE Little Manistee Route (344E)

SE Little Manistee Route (344E)

Fun trail with soft sand (when dry) that snakes through beautiful forest scenery. There are some long straight sections with good visibility, which allows for higher speeds, but it is very transited, so be prepared…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Seaton Creek - FS 9993
Seaton Creek - FS 9993

Seaton Creek - FS 9993

Seaton Creek (FS 9993) is a smooth, fast, two-lane gravel road that winds through a beautiful part of the Manistee National Forest. It's easily navigable by all types of rigs and serves as a great…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Section 32 Road North - FS T45N-R25W
Section 32 Road North - FS T45N-R25W

Section 32 Road North - FS T45N-R25W

Federal Forest Service Road (FS) T45N-R25W, also known as Section 32 Road North, is a locally owned/ locally maintained, Level-2/ Level-3 forest road with a surface composition of dirt, sand, gravel, and native material. This…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Section 32 Road South - FS T45N-R25W
Section 32 Road South - FS T45N-R25W

Section 32 Road South - FS T45N-R25W

Federal Forest Service Road (FS) T45N-R25W, also known as Section 32 Road South, is a locally owned/ locally maintained, Level-2/ Level-3 forest road with a surface composition of dirt, sand, gravel, and native material. This…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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ATV trails in Michigan

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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
1Easy
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Michigan

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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
1Easy
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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