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Meadows ORV Trail System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Huron National Forest, Mio Ranger District, The Meadows, Meadows ORV Campground, Mack Lake Trail System |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
This part of the Huron National Forest features around 70+ miles of designated motorized trails that eventually tie into nearby Bull Gap, which has an additional 100+ miles of trails.
Camping is permitted at the Meadows ORV Campground, which has six sites that can accomodate trailers up to 25 feet. A small day use fee is charged but the campground offers direct trail access.
Most of the trails are open to machines that are 50 inches or less in width, but there are a handful of single track trails that are open to motorcycles only.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | Michigan ORV Sticker |
| Dates Open | May 15 - November 30 | |
| 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 | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) permitted at Meadows ORV Campground |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) permitted at Meadows ORV Campground |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on designated trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | Yes ($5.00) day use fee - $5/vehicle, week - $15/vehicle |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Meadows ORV Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Luzerne, MI | ||
| Address | McCauley Road, Luzerne, MI 48636 | ||
| From: Flint, MI
1) Take I-75 North to Exit 202 2) Turn right (north) off the exit ramp onto M-33, continue about 31 miles 3) Staging area is on the right (east). For Meadows ORV Campground: 4) Continue north past staging area about 5 miles 5) Turn left (west) onto Zimowske Road, continue 5 miles 6) Turn left (south) onto Mapes Road, continue 2 miles 7) Turn right (west) onto Merritt Road, continue 2.7 miles 8) Turn left (south) onto McCauley Road, follow toward campground entrance. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Huron National Forest - Mio Ranger District 107 Mckinley Road Mio, MI 48647 (989) 826-3252 sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Mio Pine Acres Campground 1215 W8th Street Mio, MI 48647 (989) 826-5590 info@miopineacres.com |
| 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 |
Meadows ORV Trail System Photo
Photo Submitted 11/22/2018 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 70 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1100 to 1200 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand | Some | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  None | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | Luzerne Express (989) 826-5533 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | Luzerne Express (989) 826-5533 |
 Water | On Site | Meadows ORV Campground (989) 826-3252 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Mio Pine Acres Campground (989) 826-5590 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Mio Pine Acres Campground (989) 826-5590 |
| Campground | On Site | Meadows ORV Campground (989) 826-3252 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) | Luzerne Express (989) 826-5533 |
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