DNR - ORV Riding

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Two upcoming Free ORV Weekends

Residents and out-of-state visitors are invited to ride DNR-designated routes and trails during two Free ORV Weekends, taking place June 8-9 and August 17-18, 2019.
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Interactive ORV Route and Trail Map
A new interactive map (GIS) is now available for state-designated motorized trails. Zoom in to view trail details, download PDF maps and more.
Silver Lake State Park ORV Area
Enjoy 450 acres of off-roading excitement in this ORV scramble area.
New ORV park in Oakland County coming 2020!
An important part of the planning process includes the naming of the new park. Let us know what you think!
ORV Use on State Forest Roads
Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula state forest roads are open (unless posted closed) to riders.

Forest Roads Open to ORV Use

Thousands of miles of state forest roads have recently opened to ORV use. Beginning Jan. 1, of the total 7,552 miles of state forest roads in the Northern Lower Peninsula, 6,308 miles will be open to ORV use. An ORV license is required.

A Recreation Passport is required for entry into most state parks, recreation areas, forest campgrounds, boating access sites and state trailheads.