Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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Learn more about Richey Lake
Richey Lake

Richey Lake

This trail is a wide, well-maintained gravel surface that winds through the forest, with gentle ascents and descents along the way. Early in the route, the trail leads to a public water access point on…
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Total Miles
5.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Rivard Road
Rivard Road

Rivard Road

This trail begins off Highway 21 and follows a wide, well-maintained gravel road that winds through a scenic forested area. The route features a series of ascents and descents and is generally easy to drive,…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about River Forest Road
River Forest Road

River Forest Road

This scenic trail is accessed from Blacks Winner Trail and features a well-maintained gravel surface bordered by neatly cut lawn verges. It is smooth and generally wide enough for two vehicles, making for an easy…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring, Summer
Learn more about Rock 'N' Pine
Rock 'N' Pine

Rock 'N' Pine

This trail is primarily composed of a dirt base and offers a relatively smooth and easy ride for most off-road capable vehicles, including stock 4x4s. While the majority of the route is straightforward, there is…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rocks Crawl
Rocks Crawl

Rocks Crawl

This trail winds through an area filled with optional hill climbs, giving drivers the chance to pick lines based on their rig's capability and confidence level. Along the way, you'll encounter several large mud holes--some…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Rocky Start
Rocky Start

Rocky Start

This trail is very rocky, narrow, and geared toward more experienced drivers with well-equipped vehicles. Right from the start, you'll encounter several mud holes that can quickly cause you to lose traction--especially after rainfall. The…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Roini Road
Roini Road

Roini Road

Roini Road is a straight and smooth trail composed of well-maintained gravel and sandy stretches. It runs through a forested area and features a few mild ascents and descents that add a bit of variation…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Roller Coaster
Roller Coaster

Roller Coaster

This trail is packed with elevation changes and offers a series of rolling hills, some of which are fairly steep and will require steady throttle control and good braking on the descent. The terrain is…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ron's Revenge
Ron's Revenge

Ron's Revenge

Ron's Revenge is a fun little connecting trail you can take between Bunyan Biker Brawl and the North Loop Saga. Although it's only 2.2 miles in length, it is somewhat technical in a few spots.…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Root Forest Road
Root Forest Road

Root Forest Road

This scenic trail branches off from Blacks Winner Road and features a gravel surface that varies between two-vehicle and single-vehicle width. It winds through forested surroundings and has numerous side trails leading away from the…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Round River Dr Cut Through
Round River Dr Cut Through

Round River Dr Cut Through

This is a nice smooth trail that gets a bit windy and steep in spots. The switchback portion which is farthest from the large parking area is not too technical but can be washed out…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Round River Dr. Dirt Bike Short Cut
Round River Dr. Dirt Bike Short Cut

Round River Dr. Dirt Bike Short Cut

This is a really short jaunt that dirt bikers are required to take because some of the trails in this area are pretty well specified for certain types. Some water and close trees on this…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Round River Drive Western Loop Cut Through
Round River Drive Western Loop Cut Through

Round River Drive Western Loop Cut Through

This trail is on the narrower side with really nice mature trees, some small rocks, and small water puddles. This trail could be quite wet in the spring after snowmelt or after a large storm.…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Rust Belt
Rust Belt

Rust Belt

This trail is generally mild and beginner-friendly, making it a great option for those looking for a more relaxed ride. The terrain consists mostly of dirt with a few small hill climbs scattered throughout. These…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Saint Croix High Line
Saint Croix High Line

Saint Croix High Line

The Saint Croix High Line is one of the higher elevation trails in the forest, featuring lots of small to medium-sized rocks and moderate puddles throughout. This is one of the first trails you pass…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Salo Lake
Salo Lake

Salo Lake

This narrow but well-maintained, corrugated trail begins at paved Highway 44 and travels through a mixed forest of birch, aspen, and pine before ending at Salo Lake. The route is part of the state road…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer, Winter
Learn more about Samuelson Road
Samuelson Road

Samuelson Road

This trail is a long, straight stretch of well-maintained gravel that serves as an access route into the Superior National Forest. Along the way, it rises and falls with gentle ascents and descents, offering a…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sand River
Sand River

Sand River

This trail follows a narrow but partially cleared two-track route composed of gravel. The surface is uneven, with rocks and bumps throughout, and the trail includes several ascents and descents as it twists through forested…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Sand River Spur E
Sand River Spur E

Sand River Spur E

This trail follows a narrow, partially cleared two-track made up of gravel, with plenty of rocks and bumps along the way. It winds through an attractive forest, with several ascents and descents, and includes some…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Sandy Pines Trail
Sandy Pines Trail

Sandy Pines Trail

This is one of the more fun ATV-type trails in this system. On the freeway side, there is a section with some taller whoops before it enters the forest. The rest of the trail is…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall

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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