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Big O Motorcycle Trail
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Big O Trail, Little O Trail, CCC Trail, Michigan Cross Country Cycle Trail, M-20 Motorsport Trail, Huron-Manistee National Forest, White Cloud Ranger District, Big Star Lake, Ruby Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
The Big O Motorcycle Trail is part of the Michigan Cross Country Cycle Trail, a 1,000+ mile long designated ORV trail. This trail has two access points, 32nd Street and Big O County Line. The 32nd Street staging area offers a paved, flat parking area with room for over 20 vehicles with trailers while Big O County Line is a dirt lot that can accomodate around 10 vehicles.
Big O is only open to motorcycles that are street legal since there are sections where the trail intersects with county roads. The trail heads north and eventually ties into Little O, which provides another 40+ miles of trails.
The staging areas are only open for day use parking but there are some private RV parks and primitive campgrounds nearby. For those looking for a campground that provides direct access to ATV trails that ties into Little Manistee and Little O try North County Campground.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | MI ORV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | MI ORV permit required. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (94 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (24 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Prohibited | |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | required by state law |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep vehicle on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Baldwin, MI | ||
| From: Baldwin, MI
For the 32nd Street Trailhead: 1) Take M-37 north Travel north about 2 miles 2) Turn left (west) onto W. 32nd Street, continue 1.5 miles 3) Staging area is on the right (north). For County Line Big "O" Trailhead: 1) Take M-37 south about 6 miles 2) Turn right (west) onto 96th Street, continue about 5 miles 3) Turn right (north) onto Osborne Ave., continue 2.5 miles 4) Staging area is on the left (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Huron Manistee NF - Baldwin And White Cloud Ranger Station 650 North Michigan Avenue Baldwin, MI 49304 (231) 745-4631 sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Michigan Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 30181 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-1204 dnr-parksandrecreation@michigan.gov www.michigan.gov |
| Comment | MI ORV Sticker Info |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,000 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 36 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 850 to 950 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Baldwin, MI | |
| Diesel | Baldwin, MI | |
 Water | Baldwin, MI | |
 RV Hookup | Baldwin, MI | |
 RV Disposal | Baldwin, MI | |
| Campground | Baldwin, MI | |
 Conv Store | Baldwin, MI |
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