Amazing ATV Trails and Off-Roading Adventures in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana on International Mud Day

Jun 29, 2023

It’s International Mud Day, and what better way to get in touch with your wild side than off-roading and ATV adventures! Today’s blog is all about excitement and exploration as we take a look at great trails across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana that are built just for adventure and thrill seekers! Some of these destinations are a distance away, but they’ll make a perfect road trip for you and some friends.

And, of course, you’re also going to need to choose a great trailer for transporting your ATV to your adventure destinations, so we’re starting our post off with some great advice on how to select the perfect one for your needs. Hitch the trailer up to your new car from Classic Auto Group and take this show on the road, whether you’re offroading in your Truck or SUV or hitting the trails on your dirtbike, ATV, or motorcycle

Decide how many ATVs you’ll be transporting. A single-axle, open landscape trailer is perfect for single ATVs or small machinery like mowers, etc, and generally measure in at about 5ftx8ft. Most of these have a ramp in the rear that folds down, and are lightweight enough to be pulled by small pick-ups and SUVs. If you need to haul 2-3 ATVs at a time, a larger 12ft-14ft, side load trailer will get the job done; the removable ramps for this style will attach to the sides. You can also opt for a 12-14ft single axle landscape trailer with both rear ramp and side removable ramps. It is also able to haul larger machinery as well for dual purpose options like small garden tractors or ride-on mowers.
Explore your options for enclosed trailers or open trailers. Each of these styles has their own benefits. ATVs and UTVs are different heights, and you’ll need to choose a trailer that’s most appropriate for your off road vehicle’s height, width, and weight. If you’re looking for something that doubles as a small garage while storing your ATVs/UTVs while away or at home, then an enclosed trailer is more suited to your needs.
Check the max towing capacity of your vehicle. Make sure that the towing capacity of your truck, SUV, or crossover can withstand the trailer and ATV weight for your needs. Do not exceed the max capacity or you’ll risk damaging your vehicle and your trailer with ATVs on it!

And remember to properly load your ATVs onto the trailer and connect the trailer to your vehicle according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Here’s some helpful information and pointers on how to load and unload the ATV from your trailer.

Great Trails for ATVs, Off Roading, and Rally Racing:

Des Plaines River Trail in Libertyville, IL – 10 miles from Classic Auto Group
Grants Wood Preserve in Ingleside, IL – 15 miles from Classic Auto Group
Lakewood Preserve in Wauconda, IL – 18 miles from Classic Auto Group
River Road Rally Park in McHenry, IL – 25 miles from Classic Auto Group
Richard Bong State Recreation Center in Kansasville, WI – 32 miles from Classic Auto Group
Rocky Glen OHV Park in Rockford, IL – 100 miles from Classic Auto Group
Fox Valley Off Road in Ottawa, IL – 105 miles from Classic Auto Group
The Cliffs Insane Terrain Off-Road Park in Marseilles, IL – 110 miles from Classic Auto Group
South Wayne ATV Park in South Wayne, WI – 127 miles from Classic Auto Group
Cheese Country Trail at Mineral Point WI – 161 miles from Classic Auto Group
Riverview ATV Park in Kewaunee, WI – 170 miles from Classic Auto Group
South Fork Dirt Riders in Taylorville, IL – 250 miles from Classic Auto Group
Brushy Ridge Motosports in Browning, IL – 255 miles from Classic Auto Group
Sandhill Wildlife Area Scenic Drive – 226 miles from Classic Auto Group
Redbird State Recreation Area in Duggar, IN – 266 miles from Classic Auto Group
Coyote ATV Trails in Coulterville, IL – 360 miles from Classic Auto Group
Little Egypt Off Road Motorcycle Club in Marion, IL – 370 miles from Classic Auto Group