Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Oostburg, Wisconsin

Located in the Killsnake State Wildlife Area, Lemke Road is a popular destination for hunting, fishing, and birdwatching enthusiasts. The trail is generally easy to navigate; however, it is prone to flooding during the spring…
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The road is a narrow gravel road through the White River Wildlife Area. The road is gravel/dirt and flat with several parking areas for hiking, hunting, and photography. Sections of the road are only 1…
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This is mostly 2 track dirt/gravel road. The road is flat with no large obstacles. As the name implies it is a dead end out and back. Being a single lane out and back, encountering…
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This is a short route through the rolling hills, forests, and fields of central Wisconsin. This route will take you on gravel roads through a scenic rural area of central Wisconsin. The route is generally…
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This is a two lane dirt road that does have a couple of areas where it narrows down to one lane. There is one area that is a little low and could be muddy in…
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This access trail is found in the southwest Manistee National Forest area with natural terrain and beautiful forest views. It is a mix of deep forest trails and some open sandy trails. It's a great…
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Forest Service Road 9292 is an easy, fun off-road trail for beginners. Located less than 3 miles from US-131 Highway in Rothbury, Michigan, this route is easily accessible. There is a sandy section near the…
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The trail is sandy and fairly short. The trail is lined with tall trees and fern ground cover. It's just wide enough for one vehicle. Located in the Manistee National Forest not too far from…
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This is a fun little gateway to LP191 off West Garfield. It's a seasonally accessible road that can get muddy at times, but for the majority of the year, it does stay dry due to…
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This is a nice quiet Forest Service Road located just outside the town of Whitehall in the Manistee National Forest. The trail is fairly narrow in the summer months with overgrowth, and some pinstriping is…
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Fast and twisty sections with large banked corners. Best trail I've ridden in Oconto county. Used the railroad grade south from Lakewood down to mountain and chute pond area. Hidden gem! Rode this on a…
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This trail is an easy drive through the Manistee National Forest. There are some dispersed camping sites along the trail. It is possible to access the trail from both sides. From the west side of…
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FS 5011 is a primarily sandy and rocky trail that traverses the Manistee National Forest. This trail has many mud holes that can range up to 20 inches deep depending on recent rainfall. There are…
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The Forest Road passes between Staple Road and Forest Road 9869. The road crosses the motorsports trail twice. On the midpoint of the trail there is a small spur that goes down to a pond.…
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The Forest Road cuts between Crystal Lake Road and Holton Whitehall Road. The trail does not offer much difficulty but is quite tight in sections. I would expect full-size vehicles to get pine needle pin…
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This forest road is mostly sand and dirt based. Trail does have a nice camping spot toward the middle of the route. Very easy with one section that does have some shallow tree roots that…
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This portion of Raymond Road will take you to Forest Route 9185 or Linderman Road. Raymond Road has stunning views with easy access to a variety of unmaintained seasonal roads that can provide their own…
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This trail will take you through the "White River Special Area" within the Manistee National Forest. Starting this route on 168th Ave, you will be on a hard-packed gravel road, which will pass by a…
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NFS 9152 is a fun and scenic off-road trail within the Manistee National Forest. This trail crosses over the Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail a few times. Most of this trail consists of sand and dirt…
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This section of Dalson Road is unimproved and cuts through the forest between Raymond and Brunswick Roads. Near the middle of the trail, the road goes around a large marshy area. The trail is easy…
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This is a there-and-back trail that ends at protected wetlands. It seems the 2nd half of the original 9195 has been overgrown and impassable for many years. The newer section at the end does have…
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NFS 9851 is an easy off-road trail within the Manistee National Forest. Although this trail is short and has nothing technical, it connects outdoor enthusiasts for many reasons. This track gives access to the Holton…
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Whelan Lake Trail (NFS 6661/6716) is an easy off-road trail located just a few miles south of U.S. 10, making this route easily accessible. The trail is an out-and-back route that twists through the Manistee…
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NFS 9850 is an easy out-and-back offroad trail located within the Manistee National Forest. It twists and turns up and down the 2-track as it crosses over the Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail. Most of the…
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Horseback riding, hiking, and hunting are all options here.Forest Service Road 6325 is part of 2 unique trails in the area that offer wonderful views of the tall red pine and hardwood trees along a…
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NFS 9180 is a fun off-road trail located within the Manistee National Forest. It starts off running alongside the Holton Loop Motorcycle Trail. Most of the trail consists of sand and dirt as you twist…
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West Shore SMT DNR 19 is a fun and easy off-road trail located within the Manistee National Forest. It twists and turns up and down the two-track. Most of the trail consists of sand with…
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Forest Service Road 5296 has stunning views with easy access to a variety of unmaintained seasonal roads that can provide their own adventures depending on the time of year. This 2-track can be completed by…
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As of August 2025, this short portion of Webster Road will take you to 180th Avenue, which is unmaintained. Alternatively, you can cross 180th Avenue and follow 5298, providing access to a variety of unmaintained…
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This portion of Roosevelt Road will take you to Forest Route 5296. Roosevelt Road has stunning views with easy access to a variety of unmaintained seasonal roads that can provide their own adventures depending on…
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