Iron Ore Heritage Trail

Scout Route
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Republic, Michigan (Marquette County)

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The Republic to Humboldt section of the Iron Ore Heritage Trail is an approved Michigan DNR-designated ORV Route (Routes F and C), forming part of Michigan’s extensive Upper Peninsula off-road network. This segment follows a historic rail grade and is open to licensed ORVs, including ATVs, side-by-sides, and dirt bikes, with a required Michigan ORV license and trail permit. The trail offers a wide, mostly flat natural surface of crushed limestone, maintained for two-way ORV traffic and accessible to stock machines. With gentle grades and few obstacles, it’s ideal for riders looking for a scenic, low-difficulty route that connects Republic to nearby trail systems and forest roads. Riders can expect a quiet, wooded environment with occasional soft or rutted sections, depending on recent weather conditions. There are no designated campsites along the trail.