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Horseshoe Lake Motorcycle Trail
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Huron-manistee National Forest, Baldwin Ranger Station, White Cloud Ranger Station |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This part of the Huron-Manistee National Forest features 24 miles of single track trails that form several long loops. The trails that head north are open to street legal dual sports while the trails to the south are open to non-street legal motorcycles.
Trails are narrow and twisty with light to moderate elevation changes. The trails are marked and primarily consist of loose dirt with some sandy and hard pack sections. The area is open year-round but the roads and staging area are not maintained during the winter months.
There is no fee charged to park or ride but all motorcycles must display a current Michigan ORV sticker. Amenities include a large flat staging area with a vault toilet. For current conditions contact the Baldwin White Cloud Ranger District.
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 (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (24 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 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 | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Hesperia, MI | ||
| Address | S 184th Ave, Holton, MI 49425 | ||
| From: Hesperia, MI
1) Take Hwy 20 west about 3 miles 2) Turn left (south) onto 184th Ave., continue 4.8 miles 3) Staging area is on the left (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Huron-manistee NF - Baldwin White Cloud Ranger District 650 N. Michigan Ave 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-trails@michigan.gov www.michigan.gov |
| Comment | Michigan ORV Sticker Info |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 500 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 24 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 650 to 725 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  None | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | All | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Hesperia, MI | |
| Diesel | Hesperia, MI | |
 Water | Hesperia, MI | |
 RV Hookup | Hesperia, MI | |
 RV Disposal | Hesperia, MI | |
| Campground | Hesperia, MI | |
 Conv Store | Hesperia, MI |
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