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Learn more about Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292
Rothbury Forest Loop - FS 9292

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…
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Total Miles
5.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about S 23-1/2 Connector Trail
S 23-1/2 Connector Trail

S 23-1/2 Connector Trail

S 23-1/2 Connector Trail is a connecting trail that binds High Rollway Scenic-Overland Trail 1 and S 23-1/2 Trail together. Located within the Cadillac Forest Management Unit, this is a beautiful, short connecting trail. Most…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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S 23-1/2 Trail

S 23-1/2 Trail

S 23-1/2 Trail is similar to the High Rollway River Loop Trail since it has a lot to offer. This trail is typically easy during dry conditions even with the washouts. However, after recent weather…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sacred Chimney Trail
Sacred Chimney Trail

Sacred Chimney Trail

This trail is a point-to-point section of DNR Trail 6, which is part of extensive off-road vehicle trails that branch out from the ORV-friendly community of St. Helen, Michigan. This short but popular section of…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail
Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail

Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail

Sand Lake Motorcycle Trail is a nice skills test for riders in Michigan's lower peninsula. This trail has a little bit of everything. Sand, rocks, roots, hill climbs, ruts, and more. Although most riders could…
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Total Miles
23.2
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Lake Road - FS 4436
Sand Lake Road - FS 4436

Sand Lake Road - FS 4436

FS 4436 also known as Sand Lake Road is a single-lane dirt/sand mix. The trail is part of the Huron National Forest and can be run in either direction. The trail is an easy drive…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sand Lakes Loop
Sand Lakes Loop

Sand Lakes Loop

This is a mostly sand trail, with a few steep hill climbs. Terrain is easily traveled by a 4x4 capable vehicle, no lift required throughout. This is a multi-use trail in places, so be sure…
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Total Miles
4.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Sand Road
Sand Road

Sand Road

The route has undulating trails that will have water/mud in many low spots on the trail. The trail goes next to the White River in many areas. As you get near the River you will…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Sandtown
Sandtown

Sandtown

Sandtown is one of Michigan's Upper Peninsula dirt bike riding destinations. This is 32 miles of prime black dirt 24-inch single-track riding. This trail is kept intentionally tight, twisty, and challenging. When riding this loop…
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Total Miles
33.8
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Schlatter Lake
Schlatter Lake

Schlatter Lake

This is an easy trail that offers great vistas, camping areas, and fishing opportunities. It's a nice scenic ride along Schlatter Lake at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula. This is a great option for…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about SE Little Manistee Route (344E)
SE Little Manistee Route (344E)

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…
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Total Miles
9.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Seven
Seven

Seven

A fun, relaxing, and scenic trail through the Manistee National Forest. This is a primarily dirt one-lane track with minor elevation changes and turns. Be prepared for some tight tree branches as this is not…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shale Beach
Shale Beach

Shale Beach

Shale Beach is another great trail on Drummond Island. The trail is a mix of rock, mud, and some deep water, so take it slow and stay on the trail. Once you get to Shale…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Shauger Hill Road
Shauger Hill Road

Shauger Hill Road

This is a wonderful drive through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The trail is accessed off of South Dune Highway or off of North Bar Lake Road. The terrain is quite hilly and is primarily…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Shellenbarger Road
Shellenbarger Road

Shellenbarger Road

Shellenbarger Road is a two-lane dirt road with rolling hills and is just one of many Forest Service roads in the Huron National Forest. The trail is made up of a pine hardwood mix and…
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Total Miles
4.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sidewinder Trail
Sidewinder Trail

Sidewinder Trail

Sidewinder Trail is an easy off-road trail for beginners. Located off 46th Street, this route is easily accessible. This trail is typically easy with nothing technical, just lots of ruts that will bounce you all…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Silver Creek
Silver Creek

Silver Creek

Silver Creek is a 50-Inch ORV trail located North of Newberry in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This is a black dirt trail with some sand. Silver Creek tends to be a tighter than most…
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Total Miles
36.9
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Skyline Drive
Skyline Drive

Skyline Drive

This is a nice beginner trail that offers a birdseye view of the park. It's also a nice route to consider when trying to make your way to the middle of the park without all…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Learn more about Skyline Loop
Skyline Loop

Skyline Loop

After leaving Tahquamenon Falls for an amazing time, it's time for some trails. Take Camp 7 to Charcoal Grade Road. Then, finish the loop on Skyline Truck Trail. This was a nice ride before dark…
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Total Miles
16.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Small Road
Small Road

Small Road

Small Road is a single-lane 2-track starting out with soft sand. The trail turns to a firmer surface of sand mixed dirt with overgrowth, bumpy with some muddy spots/holes with water. This area is covered…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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