ATV & Off-Roading

Experience the rugged side of Marquette County as you blaze through miles of exhilarating Upper Peninsula trails, routes, and state forest roads on your ATV or ORV.

ORV Trails

Click the links below to see or download ORV/ATV trail maps for Marquette County.

Before Your Adventure

• Purchase permits

• Learn requirements

• Check weather and trail conditions

• Complete a pre-ride vehicle inspection

Be prepared

• ​Wear a helmet

• Have a paper map of trails you wish to operate on, for cell service may be unavailable in some areas. Maps can be found on the MDNR website.

• ​Create a ride plan: Leave someone with a plan of action, whether it be where you parked, expected time of arrival back home, check-in points, or planned routes.

ORV Trail Etiquette

How to yield, protect, stay safe, and enjoy your time on the trails

• Stay on the trail.

• Drive responsibly.

• Know how to “Ride Right”

• Practice Leave No Trace principles

ORV Maintenance and Repair

Additional Resources

• 2024 Free ORV Weekends - Twice a year, residents and out-of-state visitors can legally ride DNR-designated routes and trails without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit.

• ​TEAM Riders - Local ORV Club 

• ​Additional safety tips

Trail Closures

For current trail closure updates visit MDNR's website

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