Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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Oman Road Northeast

Oman Road Northeast

Oman Road Northeast is a straightforward forest trail that begins by crossing Birchmont Road, which is paved. From there, the route continues into wooded terrain, remaining wide enough for two vehicles. The surface is well-maintained…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter
Learn more about On A Rim
On A Rim

On A Rim

This trail offers a relatively easy ride with one notable exception, a slightly steep hill climb that can become challenging when wet due to its dirt base. Proper tire grip and momentum are important here,…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Onamia to Wahkon
Onamia to Wahkon

Onamia to Wahkon

Onamia to Wahkon on the Soo Line South is a section of converted rail grade. At 8.2 miles long, it takes about 30 minutes with an average speed of 13.7 MPH. This section of the…
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Total Miles
8.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Onion River Road
Onion River Road

Onion River Road

This trail climbs steeply along a well-maintained but bumpy gravel road. The initial section is relatively wide and can accommodate two vehicles, but caution is advised as both hikers and cars use the route. As…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Ore-Be-Gone Overlook Loop
Ore-Be-Gone Overlook Loop

Ore-Be-Gone Overlook Loop

This trail features a primarily dirt base and winds its way through a beautiful section of wooded terrain. As it weaves between trees, drivers should be aware that some overgrowth may lead to light pinstriping,…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Osborn Road
Osborn Road

Osborn Road

This trail is a long stretch of wide, well-maintained gravel road that remains mostly straight, though it includes a few gentle curves along with occasional ascents and descents and a few winding sections and crosses…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Otter Lake
Otter Lake

Otter Lake

Otter Lake Trail is a scenic gravel road accessed from Arrowhead Trail and leads toward the reservation. The trail is wide enough for two vehicles to pass and winds gently through forested terrain with mild…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Outer Loop
Outer Loop

Outer Loop

Located just east of Brainerd, Minnesota, this loop is part of the Miller Hills trail system. This outer loop snakes around the outer bounds of the North East section of the trail. The single track…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
3
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Palisade to Swatara
Palisade to Swatara

Palisade to Swatara

Palisade to Swatara on the Soo Line North is a section of converted rail grade that is 15.7 miles long and takes about 30 minutes with an average speed of 20.9 MPH. It's a great…
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Total Miles
15.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Palsburg Road
Palsburg Road

Palsburg Road

This scenic trail is wide enough for two vehicles and has a well-maintained gravel surface. It winds through forested terrain, maintaining a generally level grade throughout its length. The trail is accessed from Thompson Forest…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Pancore Lake
Pancore Lake

Pancore Lake

This trail begins off Clara Lake Road and makes its way toward Rice Lake along a narrow, unmaintained two-track path. The route is overgrown in many areas and features a mix of rocky, bumpy, and…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Park Forest, Potlatch, and Hilton Trails
Park Forest, Potlatch, and Hilton Trails

Park Forest, Potlatch, and Hilton Trails

This route is an out-and-back starting from the Gandy Dancer Trail and traversing through the heart of Nemadji State Forest. The route begins at the Park Forest Trail and eventually becomes the Potlatch Trail. The…
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Total Miles
13.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Fall, Spring
Learn more about Parking & Wash Road
Parking & Wash Road

Parking & Wash Road

This trail serves as a basic connector route starting from the main parking lot area. As you begin, it takes you past the designated vehicle washing station, making it a good spot to clean off…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Paul Bunyan Far East Loop
Paul Bunyan Far East Loop

Paul Bunyan Far East Loop

This trail borders the far east side of the Paul Bunyan Trail System. This trail appeared to be marked with SxS and ATV only in some areas. It seems that certain clubs in the area…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Paul Bunyan Forest Road Parkway
Paul Bunyan Forest Road Parkway

Paul Bunyan Forest Road Parkway

This is a well-maintained forest road that is often two cars wide but about 1.5 cars wide in places. Really pretty fall colors and small lakes/ponds on either side of the road. Never was washed…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Paul Bunyan Handlebar Nail Biter
Paul Bunyan Handlebar Nail Biter

Paul Bunyan Handlebar Nail Biter

This trail is quite narrow at the time of riding with narrow trees and rutted-out narrow inclines and declines. Many areas are very thick woods or narrow passes with trees on both sides. Likely this…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Paul Bunyan North Loop Saga
Paul Bunyan North Loop Saga

Paul Bunyan North Loop Saga

This is the longest single section of the dirt biking trail at Paul Bunyan State Forest. Though there are some small sections to hop off the trail, it's generally continuous. There are many inclines and…
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Total Miles
11.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 1
Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 1

Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 1

This trail has very different riding experiences. Part of the trail at times is cleared forest where trees have been harvested and part is so dense you can barely watch your tire. The trail is…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 2
Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 2

Paul Bunyan NW Loop Part 2

Similar to part 1 of this loop, the trail is very dense for the bulk of the route. You will not have great visibility of roots, rocks, and other small obstacles that fall onto the…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Paul Bunyan NW Starter
Paul Bunyan NW Starter

Paul Bunyan NW Starter

This trail can be accessed through a small cut-through off Round River Drive at an intersection in the Paul Bunyan West Loop Dirt Bike Trail. This trail was consistent with difficulty across the Paul Bunyan…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
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ATV trails in Minnesota

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10181

10181

This trail runs parallel to the railway tracks and is accessed via Trail 418. It is narrow and unmaintained, with a rough surface that includes rocks, mud, and uneven ground. The vegetation is dense in…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about 113
113

113

This scenic trail begins at Dunka River Road and winds its way through a mix of dense forest and open clearings. The first half of the route is relatively well-maintained gravel, though it's marked by…
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Total Miles
15.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 113L
113L

113L

Trail 113L appears to have once been a maintained gravel route and still offers a relatively smooth drive as it meanders through forested terrain. While sections of the trail remain in decent condition, it has…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 11th Street SW
11th Street SW

11th Street SW

This trail is accessed from a paved road and begins as a straight, overgrown two-track with a smooth gravel surface that has puddles and occasional potholes. It passes through a mix of forest, wetlands, and…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
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UTV/side-by-side trails in Minnesota

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10181

10181

This trail runs parallel to the railway tracks and is accessed via Trail 418. It is narrow and unmaintained, with a rough surface that includes rocks, mud, and uneven ground. The vegetation is dense in…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about 113
113

113

This scenic trail begins at Dunka River Road and winds its way through a mix of dense forest and open clearings. The first half of the route is relatively well-maintained gravel, though it's marked by…
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Total Miles
15.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 113L
113L

113L

Trail 113L appears to have once been a maintained gravel route and still offers a relatively smooth drive as it meanders through forested terrain. While sections of the trail remain in decent condition, it has…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 11th Street SW
11th Street SW

11th Street SW

This trail is accessed from a paved road and begins as a straight, overgrown two-track with a smooth gravel surface that has puddles and occasional potholes. It passes through a mix of forest, wetlands, and…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
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