Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Broad Top City, Pennsylvania

Summit Road in Buchanan State Forest is known for the Summit Road Vista, a highly regarded scenic overlook with far-reaching views and strong ties to the region's CCC-driven road development and forest conservation legacy. The…
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This is an easy mountain road through Trough Creek State Park. The road is maintained gravel and offers a peaceful ride through the forest with numerous pull-off areas. Keep an eye out for wildlife when…
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This dirt road provides access to one of the many excellent vistas in Buchanan State Forest. This one also serves as a hang gliding launch site and faces south, making it a good choice for…
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This is an easy gravel road in Buchanan State Forest that provides access to the three primary points of interest in Buchanan. This is a must drive trail because of what it provides access to.…
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King Trail is a "drivable trail" in Pennsylvania, which means a high clearance 4x4 vehicle is recommended and maintenance is minimal. This is a scenic trail that winds along the ridge of Sideling Hill between…
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This route features one of the more beautiful and nicely landscaped vistas in all of the Pennsylvania state forests. It's a nice scenic drive that runs along the southern part of Sideling Hill. It's the…
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A fun "drivable trail" for high clearance 4x4 vehicles in the southern part of the Sideling Hill Tract of Buchanan State Forest. Not technical unless weather is a factor, but loose rock and about 750…
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A fun "drivable trail" for high clearance 4x4 vehicles in the southern part of the Sideling Hill Tract of Buchanan State Forest. Not technical unless weather is a factor, but loose rock and about 750…
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Licking Creek is a main forest road at Tuscarora State Forest in Pennsylvania. This road makes for a relaxing drive through the mountains. Several campsites at the Bell Furnace Camp Ground can be reserved with…
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This road is generally well-maintained as it offers access to the popular Bear Valley Picnic Area, with restrooms available. At one time, the trail south of the picnic area was paved, but it is all…
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Broad Mountain Road runs along the ridge of Broad Mountain in the Bear Valley Tract of Buchanan State Forest. It offers several views of the valley to the west, including a Department of Conservation and…
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Tram Road is a well-maintained gravel trail in Rothrock State Forest. The trail follows the valley floor along a mountain providing access to other off-road trails. The trail traverses a forest of deciduous trees, rhododendrons,…
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This is a maintained gravel road that works its way along the ridge. There is the occasional hunting camp along this road, and a few pull-offs with nice views of the forest. It makes for…
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This is a dirt road that crosses along the bottom of the ridge between two of the larger roads through Rothrock State Park. This trail does not have any technical obstacles, but is a dirt…
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This is a maintained gravel road that traverses up and over the ridge, offering some pull-offs on both sides that have great views of the valleys. Numerous roads branch off leading through Rothrock State Forest,…
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This is a very easy gravel road with plenty of beautiful scenery. When traveling Brady Road, you will come across some hunting camps and some really nice valley views. Fall would be a great time…
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This trail is a short dirt road through Buchanan State Forest. This trail is all dirt and rock, and could be slick during the winter months as it is unmaintained. This trail is ideal for…
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One of the most fun routes in Rothrock State Forest. The northern end begins in corn fields and passes through private property, so be respectful and stay on the trail here. It transitions from broken…
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This forest road runs north-south over Stone Mountain through the southern part of Rothrock State Forest. It is most notable for having a hawk viewing platform on the east side of the mountain, not far…
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The Hemlock Road runs East to West through Tuscarora State Forest in Pennsylvania. This road makes for an easy and relaxing drive. Hemlock Road offers beautiful views of the Hickory Ridge & Fowler Hollow Overlooks.…
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Please Note: this road may only be open during deer season, though it seems to be open year-round now. This is a beautiful two-track dirt road along a ridge through Tuscarora State Forest. There are…
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Harry's Valley Road is a well-maintained gravel trail in Rothrock State Forest. The trail climbs to a saddle before descending. The trail passes a few private cabins as it traverses a forest of deciduous trees,…
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This trail is a nice scenic drive through Buchanan State Forest. There are many dispersed campsites as well as hiking trails. The trail runs along a ridge, with views of the valley below all throughout…
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Rambling through the scenic Martin Hill Wild Area and bridging the Evitts and Tussey Mountains, Blankley Road is a quiet, scenic and relaxing ride through a beautiful part of the state. The picnic area, with…
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Also known as Township 538, this road is almost entirely in the Penn State Stone Valley Forest. Although this forest is adjacent to part of Rothrock State Forest, it is on land owned by Pennsylvania…
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Turkey Hill Road is a gravel trail in Rothrock State Forest. The trail climbs to a ridge before descending into Greenwood Furnace State Park. The trail traverses a forest of deciduous trees and rhododendrons. The…
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This is an easy gravel mountain road through Rothrock State Forest. It can be accessed from Route 26 when first entering the State Forest, or from Colerain Picnic Area off Route 45. Numerous pull-offs and…
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Second Narrows Road winds through the Tuscarora State Forest, offering scenic access to numerous hiking trails--including the renowned 250-mile Tuscarora Trail. This quiet forest road is popular with hikers, overlanders, and campers alike, with several…
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Off of Route 56, start on Mountain Road. As you start to climb the mountain, the road turns to dirt with a few washed-out areas but is easily traveled. Once you reach the top, there…
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Runs north/south along the ridge of the Tussey Mountain. It passes through part of the Martin Hill Wild Area and along the border of the Sweet Root Natural Area. The north end is notable for…
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