Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
#409-425 Pipeline Road to HWY 64 East
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… Learn more about #409-425 Pipeline Road to HWY 64 East
Total Miles
29.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Butler Rock Loop
We traveled Southeast into Marinette County to access the Butler Rock Trails, which was a sandy route through multiple pine and birch forests. The Butler Rock area is a blast with tight twisty terrain with… Learn more about Butler Rock Loop
Total Miles
15
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Near north trails
The Near North trails are in northern Marinette county of Wisconsin. This section can be accessed from the Athelstane park and ride lot located off Eagle river Road. These trails are open year round except… Learn more about Near north trails
Total Miles
41.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Wi
DunGood Trail
This trail connects the towns of Dunbar and Goodman. Several food and drink establishments are available in both towns, as well as gas stations. The trail itself is a mix of sand and gravel. This… Learn more about DunGood Trail
Total Miles
12
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
F15 Trail
This trail is comprised of a rocky, sandy surface. It winds through the woods, and occasionally jumps onto a forest road. The north end of the trail brings you towards the town of Florence and… Learn more about F15 Trail
Total Miles
23.6
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
5757
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… Learn more about 5757
Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Trail 5356
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… Learn more about Trail 5356
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
La Salle Trail
La Salle Trail runs generally north to south, and is comprised of a combination of gravel trails and forest roads. The trail begins in the south at a midway point between Goodman and Dunbar. On… Learn more about La Salle Trail
Total Miles
21.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Great Bear Trail
There are a variety of dirt, sand, and gravel routes through forest roads that span from this route. It winds along a few small lakes through Oconto County. The trail runs from Lakewood south through… Learn more about Great Bear Trail
Total Miles
21.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su
Wildwood Trail/Partridge Trail
This ride can become three loops with the trails that split off from the main trail, with the ability to create one long ride north of Lakewood and Townsend. Tight twisty terrain flows throughout the… Learn more about Wildwood Trail/Partridge Trail
Total Miles
15.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa
Stateline Route
This trail is a converted rail bed that runs east/west on the very north edge of the state. It is a nice dirt and gravel road with easy grades that connects Florence, Spread Eagle and… Learn more about Stateline Route
Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Lake Emily to Spread Eagle
These trails are well maintained by the local clubs and get groomed weekly. Most of the trails are twisty sections with plenty of width for travel in both directions. There are many blind corners, so… Learn more about Lake Emily to Spread Eagle
Total Miles
16.3
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Barrens Loop
This is a twisting trail through the stunning Barrens Nature Area. This trail's surface is a lot like most other trails in this area and is made up of rocks and sand. There are several… Learn more about Barrens Loop
Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Su / Wi / Fa / Sp
Mark Peters Memorial Trail
Great trails consisting of rolling hills through the woods. Multiple routes to/from Florence and Lake Emily. There is an ATV park just off the trail near Florence to test your skills on big sand hills… Learn more about Mark Peters Memorial Trail
Total Miles
8.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi
Keyes Lake Loop
This is a short loop around Keyes Lake that can be used to go to several bars and restaurants in the area. Mainly road routes with several sand and gravel sections connecting them. Bars on… Learn more about Keyes Lake Loop
Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
1
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Tamcha 2706 To FF Hwy 13 - Part 9
This is Part 9 of the track starting at Tamcha 2706, Wolf Lake 2696, Molly Lake 2436, Gooseneck Lake 2218, and Through River 2688. Continue to follow the track to Round Lake Road. This route… Learn more about Tamcha 2706 To FF Hwy 13 - Part 9
Total Miles
10.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Murphy CR to 35.5 Road - Part 8
This is another short section keeping you on the trails to Buckhorn Resort. The trail continues to be easy to travel. Mostly room for 2 way traffic but amazing views and history on the trails.… Learn more about Murphy CR to 35.5 Road - Part 8
Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Trail 7 to Buckhorn Resort - Part 11
This is the last part of the track for the day. We ended up at Buckhorn Resort for a nice dinner. Blue Lake 2250, Bay De Noc 2269, Biangle 2559 then Hovey Lake 2473 right… Learn more about Trail 7 to Buckhorn Resort - Part 11
Total Miles
11.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Murphy Creek to Thunder Lake - Part 7
We now are on the Murphy Creek Trail that takes us to Thunder Lake Road. The trail system in Michigan is amazing. Nothing hard about the trails just great views and during the fall the… Learn more about Murphy Creek to Thunder Lake - Part 7
Total Miles
8.2
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Little "O" Motorsport Trail
Little "O" is a 50-inch ORV trail that lends itself more towards a Motorcycle single track. The Trail is generally a easy well burmed flowing trail that has few obstacles and limited whoops. The catch… Learn more about Little "O" Motorsport Trail
Total Miles
34
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
Pine River Corridor
The Pine River Corridor is a scenic trail off of M55 in Wexford County. The trail is mainly a one-vehicle-wide dirt trail. There are a couple of small climbs with tree roots that will be… Learn more about Pine River Corridor
Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa
Trail 413 Fletcher - Part 6
After crossing M-94 continue on the journey taking in the trails system on part 6. This is a short run and you will jump on 8 mile road for a short distance crossing the bridge… Learn more about Trail 413 Fletcher - Part 6
Total Miles
4.4
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Trail 41 Haywire Grade - Part 4
After crossing county road 437 you can continue on the trail. This is another short sec of the trail before you cross another main road giving you another option to head back to camp or… Learn more about Trail 41 Haywire Grade - Part 4
Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Haywire Grade Rail/ORV - Part 3
This is part 3 of the Haywire Grade Rail/ORV trail. The trail continues on with not only some Michigan history but an amazing ride throughout the upper peninsula. The creeks and fall col are always… Learn more about Haywire Grade Rail/ORV - Part 3
Total Miles
10.9
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Haywire Grade/J.P. Lodge 2643 - Part 5
The Haywire trial ends and we now jump on the J.P. Lodge trail continuing the trail ride to dinner. We do come to another main road that gives you the option to head back to… Learn more about Haywire Grade/J.P. Lodge 2643 - Part 5
Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2
Easy
Best Time
Fa
Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292
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… Learn more about Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292
Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp
NE Little Manistee Route (344)
Fun trail with a lot of sand, banked turns make it flow nicely but beware it's a very transited trail so keep alert be prepared to slow down and move to the side for oncoming… Learn more about NE Little Manistee Route (344)
Total Miles
7.5
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su
Seven Hour Plane Crash Trail
You can expect rutted roads, lots of forest roads, some washboard sections and a potential water crossing. This trail can be run from Crandon, WI or leave from Copper harbor, MI. Keep in mind the… Learn more about Seven Hour Plane Crash Trail
Total Miles
233.3
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Fa
SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
Fun trail with soft sand (when dry) that snakes through beautiful forest scenery. There are some long straight sections with good visibility, which allows for higher speeds, but it is very transited, so be prepared… Learn more about SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
3
Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa
5525 Forest Road
This is a short an easy forest road, starts and ends in paved roads, there are a few dispersed camp sites (only allowed on the West side of the trail). Mostly flat and very easy… Learn more about 5525 Forest Road