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Gladwin ORV Scramble Area
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
| Other Names | Gladwin Trail, Au Sable State Forest, Little Molasses River, Bentley Marsh |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This trail system offers about 50 miles of ATV trails that form long loops. The main staging area offers direct access to both the northern and southern loop. The southern loop eventually leads toward a large play/scramble area while the northern trail ties into the Michigan Cross Country Trail.
The trails wind through rolling hills and are mostly sandy with occasional deep whoops. During the winter months snowmobiles are permitted.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Michigan 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 (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 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 | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Some Areas | permitted in scramble area |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, Gravel Pit |
| Land | State Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Gladwin, MI | ||
| Address | Center Firelane Trail, Bentley, MI 48613 | ||
| From: Flint, MI
1) Take I-75 North to Exit 190 2) Turn left (west) off the exit ramp onto M-61, continue about 10 miles 3) Turn left (south) onto Center Firelane Trail, continue about .25 miles toward staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Michigan Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 30181 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-1204 dnr-trails@michigan.gov www.michigan.gov |
Gladwin ORV Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/26/2021 (Thanks!)
Gladwin ORV Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 6/26/2021 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 900 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 50 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 720 to 760 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  Mostly | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps |  None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Mobil (989) 846-9756 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (E) | Mobil (989) 846-9756 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (E) | Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort (989) 671-1125 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (E) | Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort (989) 671-1125 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (E) | Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort (989) 671-1125 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (E) | Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort (989) 671-1125 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (E) | Mobil (989) 846-9756 |
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