ORV Trails
ORV Trails - Are designated pathways on which ORV's that are 50" in width or less can operate. You must have an ORV Sticker.
 ORV Trial - (ATV insignia) These trails are maintained to 50" in width on the ground on up to 72" in height. Vehicles with a 50" in width or less "footprint", which includes "most" ATV's and motorcycles, should be able to pass through comfortably.
 ORV Trail - (Motorcycle insignia) These trails are maintained to 24" on the ground up to handlebar height and then 40" in width up to 72" in height. Vehicles with a 24" in width or less "footprint", should be able to pass through comfortably.
 MCCCT - Michigan Cross Country Cycle Trail. This
trail system was designed for use by dual sport motorcycles. Many segments of this system are on paved roads and the operator MUST have a Secretary of State License Plate. Those sections "in the woods", can be traveled by
non-licensed motorcycles.
Although it is "legal" to operate your ATV on a trail that is maintained to motorcycle standards, it may not be "ethical" to operate on these trails.
It is
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
that you NOT operate your ATV on a trail maintained to motorcycle standards due
to the potentially narrow trail conditions.
Remember - going off of the trail to get around a "narrow spot" is NOT legal.
Set a good example for both yourself and others to follow. Creating your own
path only invites trail closures that affect all of us.
Most all Trails are currently designed as a "loop" system. This means that you can start and return to the same place without doubling back.
All trails support two way traffic. Be alert for "on-coming" traffic. It is wise to drive with your headlights on as an added safety precaution,
even during the day!
The state of Michigan currently has over 3,100 miles of designated Trails and Routes on which ORV's may be operated. All of Michigan's Trails and Routes are currently maintained by volunteers, Not the DNR.
There are designated Trails and Routes in both the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula.
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