Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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

Tamarack Road

This is an out-and-back forest road. The entire trail is gravel and very easy to ride. However, there are several beautiful views that make it worth the run. Near the horse camp is a really…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Tamarack Straight Arrow Blue Trail
Tamarack Straight Arrow Blue Trail

Tamarack Straight Arrow Blue Trail

Straight Arrow Enduro Riders (SAER) maintains approximately 45 miles of single-track / ATV trail in the Nemadji State Forest. This 3-mile singletrack trail isn't as tight as other trails and flows much faster with deep…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
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
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Grade
The Grade

The Grade

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel surface, though some sections are affected by mild corrugations. The trail winds through dense forest and sees regular use, so drivers should be cautious of oncoming or…
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Total Miles
12.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Last Straw
The Last Straw

The Last Straw

This trail is mostly easy with no major obstacles unless you choose to take the tight loop section at the top. At the top, there's a scenic overlook and a wide enough spot to turn…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about The Narrow Bull Moose Trail
The Narrow Bull Moose Trail

The Narrow Bull Moose Trail

This trail could basically be a forest road, granted it is ATV, SxS, and dirt bike only. It is really wide in spots and is primarily gravel, with some loose sand spots, water puddles to…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The View Overlook
The View Overlook

The View Overlook

This trail offers a mild and approachable ride that's suitable for almost any off-road vehicle, including stock rigs and beginner drivers. The terrain consists of a dirt and rock base with a few gradual inclines,…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Thompson Forest Road
Thompson Forest Road

Thompson Forest Road

This long, well-maintained gravel trail is well-traveled and winds through a forested landscape. The surface is generally smooth, although there are sections with light corrugation. The trail is popular with horseback riders, and there is…
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Total Miles
12.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Thompson Minimum Maintenance Forest Road
Thompson Minimum Maintenance Forest Road

Thompson Minimum Maintenance Forest Road

Typical narrow minimum maintenance forest road. Some areas of rough mud and gravel. Overall nothing to really be worried about even in a stock SUV. There may be extra water or down branches depending on…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Thorhult Road NW
Thorhult Road NW

Thorhult Road NW

This trail is a well-maintained gravel road that runs dead straight and is two vehicles wide for its length. Drivers should be cautious of slippery sections and keep an eye out for local traffic, which…
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Total Miles
7.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring, 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
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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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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