Off-Road Trails in North Dakota

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Learn more about AMS "Around the World"
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AMS "Around the World"

Recharge your soul with this great part of the North Dakota Landscape. This is one of the most beautiful drives along the river bottoms. Keep an eye open for all the wildlife that North Dakota has to offer. Cell coverage is hit and miss and there are no opportunities for public bathrooms or picnic s...
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Total Miles
21.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little Missouri Grasslands
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Little Missouri Grasslands

This trail goes through Little Missouri National Grasslands North of ND68. The trail is easy at first starting on a maintained dirt road once the trail turns to two-track it becomes gradually more technical with a few steep climbs that require 4WD and deep ruts that will need to be avoided. Some par...
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Total Miles
30
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Missouri River Tour
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Missouri River Tour

This trail, located at the Kimball Bottoms ORV Area, is commonly referred to as "The Desert" and is an out-and-back route. It offers some challenging terrain, characterized by a blend of dirt and sand. The trail provides captivating views of the Missouri River. Suitable for a well-equipped 4x4, it p...
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about North Dakota Badlands
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North Dakota Badlands

This is a scenic drive that that winds through Little Missouri National Grassland. Keep your eye out for wildlife. The first few miles take you down a non-maintained road, but you can avoid this by taking the county road a mile south if you are bit less adventurous. It isn't difficult, just narrow ...
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Total Miles
47.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Oliver III Wind Farm
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Oliver III Wind Farm

Recharge your soul. Get close and personal with the Oliver III Wind Farm. Experience the loneliness and exposure of the land. Bring a fishing pole and what the good lord gave you. Spend a long weekend fishing and reconnecting with nature. Opportunities for camping are plentiful. Cell coverage is goo...
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Total Miles
19.7
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about RoughRider Trail
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RoughRider Trail

Recharge your soul with this old abandoned railroad track. This track runs parallel to the Missouri river. There are plenty of opportunities to jump off the trail and visit the river. The old train bridges and terrain are a real treat. Cell coverage is hit and miss and there are several opportunitie...
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Total Miles
17.5
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter
Learn more about Sweet Briar East
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Sweet Briar East

Recharge your soul with this great part of the ND Prairie. Experience the loneliness and exposure of the land. Bring a fishing pole and what the good lord gave you. Spend a long weekend fishing and reconnecting with nature. Opportunities for camping are plentiful. Cell coverage is good, and there ar...
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Total Miles
13.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sweet Briar South
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Sweet Briar South

Recharge your soul with this great part of the ND Prairie. Experience the loneliness and exposure of the land. Bring a fishing pole and what the good lord gave you. Spend a long weekend fishing and reconnecting with nature. Opportunities for camping are plentiful. Cell coverage is hit or miss, and t...
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Total Miles
12.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Sweet Briar West
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Sweet Briar West

Recharge your soul with this great part of the ND Prairie. Experience the loneliness and exposure of the land. Bring a fishing pole and what the good lord gave you. Spend a long weekend fishing and reconnecting with nature. Opportunities for camping are plentiful. Cell coverage is good, and there a...
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Total Miles
20.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about The Desert - Kimble Bottoms
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The Desert - Kimble Bottoms

This is a simple out-and-back trail at the Kimble Bottoms ORV area, known as "The Desert." The trail consists of some gorgeous views (especially in the summer) of the Missouri River. The trail can be done in a stock 4x4, but be careful and take your time. The terrain is generally a mix of dirt and s...
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Tour of the Grasslands
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Tour of the Grasslands

This is a winding trail through the hills and valleys of the grasslands with a few challenging areas and some amazing views. There are seasonal water crossings that only have water in early spring and after summer thunderstorms. You will encounter a small pond that would make a great place to stop f...
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
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