Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania

Tunnel Road is primarily a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months; however, there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice, the road can become rutted and harder to travel on. Tunnel Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest and runs along Penns Creek. There ar...
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Siglerville-Milheim Pike provides access into Bald Eagle State Forest from the west. It crosses Penn's Creek as a paved road and then turns into gravel as you continue up the hill. After passing through Greenbrier Gap, the road continues up the hill, eventually becoming Mountain Church Road. Ther...
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The Havice Valley Trail runs east to west through Bald Eagle State Forest in Pennsylvania. This trail makes for a scenic drive that begins at Poe Valley State Park and ends at the border of the forest. Poe Valley SP offers a campground, access to Penns Creek, hiking trails, and bathrooms right at th...
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At just under 5 miles, Poe Paddy Drive passes two beautiful vistas on its way from Pine Swamp Road to Poe Paddy State Park. This road can be broken into two sections as a passenger car can be driven most of the way including to the vistas. Once you pass the second vista, approximately 3.5 mi from Pi...
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This trail has a dead end due to private property. It is located within Bald Eagle State Forest and is more of a dirt road. There is one hiking trail called Lick Hollow Trail. This trail has subtle, easy hill climbs, and was a rough ride due to small rocks and little washouts. This trail will be dif...
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The Pine Swamp Trail runs East to West through Bald Eagle State Forest in Pennsylvania. This trail makes for a scenic drive that parallels and then drops into Poe Valley State Park. Pine Swamp passes by a couple of hiking trailheads and a pretty vista. There's one motorized campsite along the trail,...
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The Mnt Church Trail runs east to west through Bald Eagle State Forest in Pennsylvania. This trail makes for a scenic drive that takes you to the top of Big Poe Mountain. Mnt Church passes by several hiking trailheads and one of the most beautiful vistas in Bald Eagle State Forest. There's one motor...
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This graded gravel road runs through Bald Eagle State Forest, featuring gentle hills and the winding layout typical of forest roads. It is a point-to-point route with several camps and residences along the way. Wildlife such as wild turkeys are commonly seen in the area. The road is easily accessibl...
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This trail has a dead end due to private property. It is within the Bald Eagle State Forest and is a graded gravel road. Off the trail is a picnic area with a fire pit. There is a mid-state trail for hiking. This trail may become difficult to drive in the winter months due to no winter maintenance.
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Siglerville Millheim Pike is a well-maintained gravel trail through Bald Eagle State Forest. The trail crosses multiple mountain peaks and valleys providing access to multiple spur trails and a vista of the surrounding mountains and communities. The trail traverses a forest of deciduous trees, pine,...
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Round Top Road is a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months, however there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice the road will become harder to travel on. Round Top Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest. Round Top Road is a dead-end road. It ends at a gat...
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Rupp Hollow Road is a one-way, out-and-back trail that ends at private property. At 1.6 miles, a side trail offers a more challenging drive with mud holes, ruts, and small rock obstacles requiring an off-road capable vehicle. Rock Knob Trail and Green Knob Trail provide nearby hiking options. The ro...
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This Trail is an in-and-out trail and is within the Bald Eagle State Forest. It is a Graded Gravel Trail. Along the trail is a Tranquil small brook of running water. There is an area for camping off to the side of the trail. There were no designated Hiking trails on this road. This is an easy trail ...
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This trail is a graded gravel, in and out trail. It is located in the Bald Eagle State Forest. you can enter this trail from a paved roadway. There is a small lightly flowing brook under a bridge. This trail is more difficult to travel in winter due to no winter maintenance.
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This trail is an in-and-out graded Gravel Road within Bald Eagle State Forest. There are a few areas to camp and picnic. Two Hiking trails off this trail are Boney Hollow Trail and Penns Creek Valley Trail. There is a drivable trail called Longwell draft Road that is interesting, with more dirt and ...
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Poe Valley Road is a well-maintained gravel trail through Bald Eagle State Forest. The trail starts in Poe Valley State Park and follows the Big Poe Creek before reaching Poe Paddy State Park. The trail traverses a forest of deciduous trees, pine, mountain laurel, and rhododendron. Only highway-lega...
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Strongs Mountain Trail offers an approachable and scenic four-wheel-drive experience through Pennsylvania's Bald Eagle State Forest, perfect for stock SUVs and novice offroaders seeking panoramic mountain vistas. Spanning approximately 4.1 miles, this unmaintained but relatively tame dirt corridor s...
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Longwell Draft Road is a very straight but pleasant drivable trail in Bald Eagle State Forest. From end to end, there is approximately 850 feet of elevation change and it is gradual along the entire length. The road is comprised of mostly dirt with the occasional rocks and frequent mud puddles. Long...
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This is the mid-section for Strongs Mountain Jeep Trail. The Trail starts at the northern terminus with Havice Valley Road. At the junction with Flat Hollow Trail, you will turn left and move uphill through this portion. It's a rocky ascent with plenty of lines to take. The key is to take it slow, a...
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This trail is a graded gravel road within the Bald Eagle State Forest. It is a point-to-point type of trail. It is a typical winding state forest road. Easily accessible during the summer months by car. The trail has some homes and camps off the trail. There is a section of tall pines, amongst oak t...
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Trail 76 is a dead-end, ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Plea...
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Trail 77 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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Trail 80 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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Trail 81 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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Trail 76 is a dead-end, ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Plea...
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Trail 77 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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Trail 80 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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Trail 81 is an ungraded, narrow dirt trail. It is part of the PA DCNR Bloody Skillet ATV Trail System located within Sproul State Forest. The trail system is open for use year-round except for being closed for two months during the spring fire season and in the fall for hunting season. Please call t...
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