Off-Road Trails in Minnesota

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Learn more about Ward Lake
Ward Lake

Ward Lake

Ward Lake trail is a long and winding, well-maintained but bumpy gravel surface. The initial stretch of the trail passes several private residences and a cathedral. Although the Cathedral in the Pines is a notable…
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Total Miles
7.8
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Warner Drive
Warner Drive

Warner Drive

This trail begins at a paved road and transitions into a wide, well-maintained gravel surface that travels through a mix of open fields, forested areas, and residential properties. Early on, it offers a smooth and…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Wayne's World Loop
Wayne's World Loop

Wayne's World Loop

This trail is generally easy and well-suited for most 4WD vehicles. It follows a dirt path through a wooded area and features some moderate overgrowth, so light pinstriping is possible, especially for wider rigs. Along…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about West Branch Trail
West Branch Trail

West Branch Trail

This well-maintained trail runs through dense forest and shows signs of regular use by logging vehicles, which have left sections of the surface corrugated and rough. The trail is relatively easy to follow at first,…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about West Round River - Part 1
West Round River - Part 1

West Round River - Part 1

This trail is a natural continuation of the Akeley Cutoff Road trail. Similarly challenging and part of a larger loop where you can pass by a lookout tower. I am unsure where it is allowed…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about West Spider Lake Drive
West Spider Lake Drive

West Spider Lake Drive

This trail is relatively wide and generally well-maintained as it winds through the forest toward Spider Shore Lake and the small community that resides near its edge. While much of the surface is smooth, sections…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about West Split Road
West Split Road

West Split Road

This two-track gravel trail winds through a mixed forest of pine and birch, offering a quiet route with a blend of natural beauty and rugged terrain. While the trail is mostly smooth, there are occasional…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about West Turtle Lake Loop Trail
West Turtle Lake Loop Trail

West Turtle Lake Loop Trail

This is a minimal/no maintenance trail in the Northwest quadrant of Chippewa National Forest, Trail # 2513. High Clearance, low range transfer case, and winch recommended. A vehicle shouldn't be too tall as there can…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Whisper Lake
Whisper Lake

Whisper Lake

This trail begins as a rocky and uneven two-track that winds through dense forest, featuring a series of ascents and descents along its route. It is well-used by local ATV and side-by-side riders, and its…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Whiteface Truck and Round Lake
Whiteface Truck and Round Lake

Whiteface Truck and Round Lake

Open seasonally for OHV but nearly impassable in spring or when highly saturated. The route from either end starts with a gravel forestry road and then quickly turns into a minimum maintenance road. The middle…
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Total Miles
11.2
Tech Rating
7Difficult
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Whyte Road
Whyte Road

Whyte Road

This trail is accessed from Trail 419 and begins by crossing over a set of railway tracks. From the outset, the trail is narrow and unmaintained, with a rough surface made up of rocks, deep…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Wigwam Lake
Wigwam Lake

Wigwam Lake

The trail is narrow and overgrown in places, with a rocky and uneven surface that makes for a slow and somewhat bumpy ride. Despite its condition, the trail remains passable, with no major obstructions along…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Wilbar Creek
Wilbar Creek

Wilbar Creek

This trail appears to have been used heavily by logging vehicles, and the surrounding forest shows clear signs of recent and extensive disturbance. As you travel deeper along the route, the landscape becomes increasingly affected,…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Wildlife Road NW
Wildlife Road NW

Wildlife Road NW

The surface is well-maintained gravel, though drivers should watch for slippery patches, deer crossing the road, and local traffic. The route passes a farmhouse and stretches of open fields while running parallel to a Wildlife…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter
Learn more about Williams Road
Williams Road

Williams Road

This trail is a wide and well-maintained gravel route that remains mostly flat and smooth, although it includes several winding sections with gentle ascents and descents. Drivers should adjust their speed to match the terrain,…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Winter, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Willow River
Willow River

Willow River

This trail begins as a narrow two-track made up of gravel and sand, with some sections holding water depending on recent conditions. It winds through forested terrain, featuring a mix of ascents and descents, providing…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
Learn more about Wobble Grade Road
Wobble Grade Road

Wobble Grade Road

This trail begins as a narrow, single-vehicle route with a surface of gravel and sand. It winds through forested terrain, remaining generally flat and level for much of its length. Partway along, it crosses Forest…
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Total Miles
3.3
Tech Rating
1
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Woodtick Auto Route - FS 2107
Woodtick Auto Route - FS 2107

Woodtick Auto Route - FS 2107

Trail 2107, also known as the Woodtick Auto Route, is a long, scenic route that winds through forested terrain and past a number of lakes. The trail begins near the town of Walker, where it…
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Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Wren Lake Loop
Wren Lake Loop

Wren Lake Loop

Wren Lake Loop which is part of the Moose River Trail system, is 10.8 miles long and takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes at an average of 9.45 MPH. Time and distance are only…
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Total Miles
10.7
Tech Rating
3Easy
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
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

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
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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