Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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Learn more about St Louis Spur C
St Louis Spur C

St Louis Spur C

This trail begins off the Townline paved road and follows a relatively straight, flat course through a mix of birch and pine forest. It is well maintained, and during a July visit, a local farmer…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about St. Croix State Forest
St. Croix State Forest

St. Croix State Forest

Enjoy a scenic and adventurous trail ride with a mix of challenges along the way! This route features diverse terrain, including rocky sections, gentle slopes, and exciting hill climbs. Whether you're driving a small SUV…
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Total Miles
0.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about State Trail
State Trail

State Trail

Also referred to as the St. Louis River Trail, this route begins just off Highway 110 and winds its way down toward the river. The trail is narrow and often uneven, with numerous wet patches…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Stonehenge
Stonehenge

Stonehenge

This area serves as an advanced rock garden and off-road play zone, specifically designed for drivers who want to push their rig's limits. Scattered throughout are rock obstacles of varying size, with some reaching up…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Stoney Corners Trail
Stoney Corners Trail

Stoney Corners Trail

This trail is a long, mostly smooth route that is generally two-track and single-vehicle wide. It passes through areas of scrub and scenic forest, with a reservation running alongside much of its length. Several side…
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Total Miles
10.1
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Stony Lookout
Stony Lookout

Stony Lookout

This trail begins from Highway 1 and initially crosses through private property, though it remains a public road throughout. The surface is unmaintained from the outset, with rocky, muddy, and bumpy conditions. As it winds…
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Total Miles
8.4
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Stony River Forest Road
Stony River Forest Road

Stony River Forest Road

Stony River Forest Road is a long, well-maintained gravel route that cuts through the heart of the forest, offering a peaceful and scenic drive surrounded by thick stands of pine, spruce, and birch. The road…
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Total Miles
18.1
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Stony River Trail
Stony River Trail

Stony River Trail

This scenic trail begins off New Tomahawk Trail and winds through forested terrain along a surface made up of both fine and coarse gravel. The route is generally well maintained and passes a single residence…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Straight Arrows Trail
Straight Arrows Trail

Straight Arrows Trail

This trail features forest-lined paths typical of Nemadji's landscape, with a mix of packed dirt and occasional muddy patches depending on recent weather. Nemadji is known for its network of ATV and OHV trails, so…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sugarloaf Road
Sugarloaf Road

Sugarloaf Road

This trail descends gradually through a series of steep, winding sections on its way to the Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center along the north shore of Lake Superior. The road is well-maintained but can be dusty…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Suomi Clearwater Trail
Suomi Clearwater Trail

Suomi Clearwater Trail

This trail is a well-maintained gravel road that is wide and regularly used, primarily because it passes several homes and provides access to two campsites: Little Cottonwood Camp and Moose Lake Camp. Local traffic is…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Swamp Lake
Swamp Lake

Swamp Lake

The Swamp Lake trail begins with a gravel surface that is heavily eroded and quite bumpy during the initial climb. Once at the top of the hill, the trail evens out and becomes noticeably smoother.…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Swartz Forest Road
Swartz Forest Road

Swartz Forest Road

This trail is a narrow, sandy two-track that winds through forested terrain, with some sections running parallel to a lake and offering views of the water. The route has a scenic, natural feel and includes…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Swatara to Shovel Lake
Swatara to Shovel Lake

Swatara to Shovel Lake

Swatara to Shovel Lake on the Soo Line North is a section of converted rail grade that is 5.9 miles long and takes about 20 minutes with an average speed of 16.4 MPH. It's a…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Tailpipe Lane Connector
Tailpipe Lane Connector

Tailpipe Lane Connector

This trail serves as a connector route leading you directly to the entrance of Tailpipe Lane. It features a mostly dirt base and is fairly easy to navigate for most off-road vehicles. Along the way,…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Tait Lake
Tait Lake

Tait Lake

This trail runs between Clara Lake Road and Tait Lake and is closed to ATV use. It is a well-maintained, red and brown gravel road that winds through a dense forest, with a generally smooth…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Tangnes Road
Tangnes Road

Tangnes Road

This trail begins by entering a forested area. It alternates between narrow single-vehicle sections and wider stretches suitable for two vehicles. The surface is well-maintained gravel, and the route is long enough to provide a…
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Total Miles
10.6
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Temperance River
Temperance River

Temperance River

This trail runs parallel to Lake Superior before turning inland and climbing back into the forest. It follows a wide, well-maintained gravel surface with a few bumps along the way, but remains easy to navigate.…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Temperance River Backroad Scenic Drive
Temperance River Backroad Scenic Drive

Temperance River Backroad Scenic Drive

This forest road is a pretty drive through many birch trees and other colorful trees in the fall. Overall the road is quite wide but is one car wide as the elevation gain increases. There…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ten Lake Trail East
Ten Lake Trail East

Ten Lake Trail East

Ten Lake Trail East begins as a wide, well-maintained gravel route. The surface is generally smooth, and the trail winds gently through forested terrain with only slight ascents and descents. Its straightforward path makes for…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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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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