ATV / Go Kart Off-Road Trails

When you think of dirt bike riders, you probably think of helmets, gear, whips, flips, and dirt (of course). Dirt riding is not all about thrill-seeking. It is a sport the entire family can enjoy. There are also unique benefits to riding:

• It improves physical and mental health.
• Its intensity allows you to blow off steam.
• It's a great family bonding activity.
• It's empowering and builds confidence.
• It improves your riding skills.

Because dirt riding is an off-road sport, it also provides beautiful scenery and is usually held in places that offer other fun family activities. Here are five sites you and your family can enjoy the dirt riding thrills with a scenic backdrop.

Along the eastern edge of Tennessee and the western border of North Carolina, the Smoky Mountains are one of the most beautiful places in the country. Lush greenery, spectacular views, waterfalls, and rivers provide a stunning backdrop throughout the mountains, and although it's easy to navigate the area in a car, the best way to see it all is on a motorcycle. With several roads that wind in and out of the mountains, you'll never see the same thing twice. For an unforgettable trip, check out these motorcycle-friendly roads in the Smoky Mountains.

Arizona is a great place for ATV lovers. The state is full of canyons, mountains, deserts, forests, and national monuments, so you can enjoy an afternoon tooling around on your all-terrain vehicle and then spend the evening admiring the view with a picnic meal. You don't have to look hard to find an ATV trail in Arizona, but if you want to experience one of the best trails around you should take a trip down one of the trails on this list.

Tennessee is a state known for many things. But did you know it's also home to some pretty spectacular waterfalls? No matter what your reason is for visiting the Volunteer State, make room in your schedule to see some of these natural beauties. Here are six of the most amazing waterfalls in Tennessee.

Tennessee is more than the home state for country music and the former home of Elvis Presley. If you love the outdoors, it's the perfect place for you. Miles of wilderness and places for hiking, fishing, rock climbing, and other outdoor activities are spread throughout the state.

The Cornhusker state has a lot of things going for it: the largest aquifer, more miles of river than any state, and Spam (the canned meat, not the stuff you get in your email). Nebraska also has some great places to ride your off-road vehicle, like the sandy hills, grassy meadows, and even a great motocross track.

If you think Louisiana is all New Orleans and Mardi Gras, think again. This place is one of the most popular destinations for off-roading, and there are tons of options. Mud bogs, national forest, and even the “Disneyland of ATV parks” are all available in the great state of Louisiana. People travel from all over the country to ride the huge variety of trails offered in this state.

Oklahoma is one of the most friendly OHV and ATV states in the nation. Thousands of miles of trails invite all levels of riders to challenge themselves and see some beautiful countryside. Oklahoma has a ton of great trails, but here are four can't-miss trails for you to check out.

West Virginia is a good state for ATVs and other off-highway vehicles (OHVs). The mountains and foothills of the Appalachians dominate the eastern side of the state. In the west, you have the Ohio River and all the hills and valleys surrounding it. You don't need to go anywhere in particular to find a fun off-road trail or overgrown forest road to explore. If you know where to look, you can find a few spots that are absolutely unforgettable.

Finding a good spot for off-roading in Colorado is easy. Just go at least as far west as Denver or Colorado Springs, point yourself west, and then keep turning off the main roads until the pavement ends. But if you want to go somewhere with steady, telling trails, you simply need to know where to go.

Taking your ATV or side-by-side 4x4 out on some trails is one of the best ways to see the fall colors, and there's no better place to do this than in Michigan. The state offers a variety of ATV-friendly trails for riders of all ages and levels of experience.

Fall is here, and it's time to get out and take in the fall colors. There is no better way to do this than on an ATV. You can get up close and personal with the fall foliage and have an adrenaline rush at the same time. Of course, you can't legally ride your ATV just anywhere. Here are two great trails in Maine that you should get out on right now to enjoy the fall foliage.