Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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Shoe Lake Road

Shoe Lake Road

Shoe Lake Road is accessed from Trail 309 and stretches for a considerable distance through forested terrain. The route includes a mix of ascents and descents as it winds through the woods. As of July…
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Total Miles
16.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shoepack Lake
Shoepack Lake

Shoepack Lake

This trail follows a mostly smooth gravel surface, though there are stretches with corrugations and potholes that may require slower travel. Early in the route, the trail reaches an intersection where the Manitou Overlook Hiking…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shovel Lake to Remer
Shovel Lake to Remer

Shovel Lake to Remer

Shovel Lake to Remer on the Soo Line North is a section of converted rail grade that is 10.4 miles long and takes about 40 minutes with an average speed of 15.1 MPH. It's a…
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Total Miles
10.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shuster Road
Shuster Road

Shuster Road

This long trail requires a permit for access and is rated a three due to its rugged, technical nature. The route is rocky and uneven, with steep climbs and descents that make for a slow…
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Total Miles
8.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Silver Island Lake
Silver Island Lake

Silver Island Lake

This trail is a well-maintained gravel road that leads to Silver Island Lake and a primitive campground. The road is in good condition and provides easy access through the forest, with several clearings along the…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Skull Road
Skull Road

Skull Road

This trail transitions into a one-way route near the Skull Crawl area, so pay close attention to signage to avoid going the wrong direction. It's primarily a dirt-based path that winds through a heavily wooded…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Snake Creek ATV Trails
Snake Creek ATV Trails

Snake Creek ATV Trails

The Snake Creek Trail network encompasses 13 miles of varying terrain and trail conditions that run through the Southeastern Minnesota bluff country. The majority of the external looping trail is considered a one-way track running…
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Total Miles
9.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Snake River Road
Snake River Road

Snake River Road

This trail is accessed from Tomahawk Trail and follows a narrow two-track route that winds through forested terrain, with a series of ascents and descents along the way. The trail passes through scenic woodland and…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Snake River Spur D
Snake River Spur D

Snake River Spur D

This trail quickly narrows, becoming heavily overgrown with limited visibility ahead. The surface is rocky and uneven, with frequent bumps and very few spots to safely turn around, particularly for larger vehicles. The trail has…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Snake River Spur E
Snake River Spur E

Snake River Spur E

This trail is accessed from Tomahawk Spur E and quickly narrows, beginning with a steep, rocky climb. A creek runs alongside parts of the route, and several branches and overgrowth are encroaching on the trail,…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Solana Loop
Solana Loop

Solana Loop

The Solana Loop has roughly 15 miles of rideable trail with the main loop being about 14 miles. The trail also provides access to the Solana State Forest, which includes an additional 25+ miles of…
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Total Miles
13.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sonju Lake Road
Sonju Lake Road

Sonju Lake Road

This well-maintained gravel road offers an engaging drive with a series of steep ascents and descents as it winds through a dense and scenic forest. At the start of the trail, travelers may notice signs…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Soo Line South: Trailhead Parking to Genola
Soo Line South: Trailhead Parking to Genola

Soo Line South: Trailhead Parking to Genola

This section of Soo Line South is an easy trail with a great parking lot at the trailhead that has lots of room for trailers. The parking lot has security cameras and two vault-type restrooms.…
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Total Miles
11.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Brule - FS 325
South Brule - FS 325

South Brule - FS 325

The South Brule Trail (FS 325) winds through a forested landscape with a series of ascents and descents. The main trail is primarily smooth gravel and generally in good condition, though occasional wet potholes can…
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Total Miles
6.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about South Fowl Road
South Fowl Road

South Fowl Road

South Fowl Road is accessed from Arrowhead Trail and follows a narrow, winding path through forested terrain with moderate ascents and descents. The gravel surface is uneven in places, with visible water erosion, scattered potholes,…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about South Long Lake Road
South Long Lake Road

South Long Lake Road

This trail is accessed from Long Lake Road and follows a narrow, bumpy route that remains relatively well-maintained with a gravel surface. It passes by a wetland area, and while it is not particularly technical,…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about South of Outing on A & AB Trails
South of Outing on A & AB Trails

South of Outing on A & AB Trails

South of Outing on the Emily-Outing A & AB Trails were mapped from the Outing ATV Parking lot to the Emily-Outing B Trail. The length is just under 5 miles, and it stops at the…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South of Outing on the A Trail
South of Outing on the A Trail

South of Outing on the A Trail

South of Outing on the Emily-Outing A Trail was mapped from the Outing ATV Parking lot to the Emily-Outing B Trail. The length is just under 5 miles, and it stops at the Outing gas…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about South Round River Drive Cut Through
South Round River Drive Cut Through

South Round River Drive Cut Through

This trail is set near the southwestern area of the Paul Bunyan Forest trail system. There is a large trail loop people often do, but this trail could be used to shorten said loop or…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about South Stony
South Stony

South Stony

This trail begins at the junction with Stony Lookout Trail and crosses a small bridge before continuing into the forest. Initially, the surface remains smooth, particularly around the water access spur, but the condition quickly…
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Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring

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

UTV/side-by-side trails in Minnesota

Learn more about 10181
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter

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