Biking
There are several trails on the forest open to biking.
Mountain Biking
There are several trails on the forest open to mountain biking, including portions of the North Country National Scenic Trail. With much of the forest having a sandy base and/or topography, trails range from moderate to difficult. Big M and Eagle Run are groomed for fat tire bikes in winter.
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Au Sable River
Site Open
From Mio Pond to Lake Huron, the Au Sable is primarily managed by the HMNF. The river is managed in two sections, one from Mio Pond to Alcona Dam Pond, the second from Alcona Dam to Lake Huron.Au…
Big M Cross-Country and Mountain Bike Trail
The Big "M" trail is a 37.9 mile loop trail system located in a canopy of hardwoods off of M-55 between Cadillac and Wellston. The trail offers a variety of terrain to challenge every biking and…
Big M Cross-Country Ski and Mountain Bike Trailhead
The Big "M" trail is a 37.9 mile loop trail system located in a canopy of hardwoods off of M-55 between Cadillac and Wellston. The trail offers a variety of terrain to challenge every biking and…
Bowman Lake NCT Trailhead
Going North - From Bowman Lake Trailhead to Timber Creek Trailhead, visitors will go through the Bowman Lake Semi-Primitive Nonmotorized Area, travel along the Pere Marquette National Scenic River…
Eagle Run Cross-Country Ski and Hiking Trail
This trail runs along the south shore of the Lower Au Sable River. Eagle Run provides a loop trail system for hiking and cross-country skiing.Scenic views of the Au Sable River, and a quiet, remote…
Freesoil NCT Trailhead
Going North - Heading north will take you to the Udell Trailhead. The trail from Udell Trailhead to Freesoil Trailhead traverses the Udell Hills. After the trail crosses the Little Manistee…
Hungerford Group Horse Camp
Site Closed
The Hungerford Recreation Area offers access to over 50 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. The horse trails connect to the group campsite. There are a few small lakes…
Hungerford Lake Mountain Bike Trailhead
There are two-loops for mountain bikes, creating a 10-mile trail.
Loud Creek Trailhead
Beautiful rolling hills perfect for hiking and biking during spring, summer, and fall. In the winter the trail is groomed for XC skiing.
M-20 NCT Trailhead
The section of the North Country National Scenic Trail north of M-20 to Nichols Lake is open to bicycles. Bicycles are prohibited south of M-20.