Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Centerport, New York

This is a seasonal road that runs the ridge. Lots of wide-open views and nice cool woods that provide a nice cool ride when it's hot in the summer. Easy drive with mild potholes and mud puddles. There are some hiking trails that are part of the Finger Lakes Trails System with parking on the side of ...
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Seasonal two-track that winds through the Bear Swamp State Forest. During Spring and Fall, the trail is very wet with water crossings up to four inches. During the summer it provides a scenic trek through a deciduous forest. Trail has some rocks over four inches, and in the fall and spring can have ...
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The route is through Morgan Hill State Forest on seasonal roads. The road is gravel, single-lane, and well-maintained. There are multiple scenic views toward Labrador Hollow and numerous side roads and hiking trails. The main road is safe for any vehicle, while an SUV is recommended for the side ...
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These are gravel roads that lead to a single two-track. The two-track winds through fields and woods. In the summer, there is a long stretch covered in a full canopy. In the winter, much of this route turns into a snowmobile track and is off-limits to full-size vehicles. The full route is on seasona...
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This route leads into the roads at Morgan Hill and provides views of the valley as it winds through several fields and forested sections. The route can be accessed to enter or leave Morgan Hill. The trail is a well-maintained gravel road and can be accessed from the main road in Morgan Hill or used...
Learn more about Eaton Hill Road

This seasonal road runs from Lodi Center Road to Townsendville Road. The Interloken Trail crosses the road where it changes name. This intersection of Ames Road has a parking area for using the trail heading north and south. During the winter, a small section of Townsend Road doubles as a snowmobil...
Learn more about Wilkens Townsend Road

This small connector road links Morgan Hill Road and Power Line Road, curving back to rejoin Morgan Hill Road. It begins in an open logged clearing that can be filled with wildflowers in the summer, before climbing gently uphill at a mild grade. The surface is mostly gravel with a few puddles and mi...
Learn more about Chickadee Howl Road

The Oswego Recreational Trail is an old railroad bed with various surface types and old road millings. Very flat with some whoops and potholes in places. It's a nice easy ride through wooded, shaded areas and runs through the three-mile bay wildlife area. There are a couple of restaurants, bars, and...
Learn more about Oswego Recreational Trail

This is a two-track seasonal gravel road. The trail is not well maintained and is generally rutted with sections of softball-sized rocks. It is a short out-and-back trail and starts with a gentle hill climb over the rocks, ruts, and washouts. The end of the trail is in the forest and is often muddy ...
Learn more about Cuyler Hill PFAR

This seasonal forest access road is a quick out-and-back route that can be combined with other trails in the area. The single-track road winds through dense forest, offering a scenic drive with several viewpoints and hiking spots along the way. The road is well-maintained and gravel-covered, with se...
Learn more about Maxon Creek State Forest

In the northern section of the Finger Lakes National Forest, the seasonal Potomac Road runs right through the middle with open pastures full of views of the region. The dirt portion runs from Seneca Road south of the Picnic Area Road with access to Potomac Group Camp Ground.
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Burnt Hill Road is a seasonal road that starts at Picnic Area Road and heads south to State Route 79. There are several parking areas to access hiking trails such as the Interloken Trail. During the winter, this road is used to access snowmobile trails at the marked parking areas.
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Stony loamy trail connecting Route 26 and Stone Hill Road. The road goes through Happy Valley Wildlife Management Area. There is a pull-off access to Whitney Pond for fishing, hiking, or viewing wildlife. This road is part of the Oswego County ATV club so use caution for oncoming ATV traffic.
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This route covers seasonal roads with many sections that are washed out or have very low-hanging branches. The route is less maintained than many others in the area, making driving more interesting. The two-track feels like a forest road and while easily navigated, it is much tighter in spots than o...
Learn more about Tioughnioga Wildlife Management Area

This is a seasonal road that is not maintained during winter. It's a two-track road that's mostly gravel with some sandy sections. In the winter, it is used as a snowmobile trail. Early and late winter offer some challenging snow-covered sections with mild hill climbs. Spring and summer will revea...
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This is a seasonal gravel road that winds through the eastern section of Taylor Valley State Forest. The road starts with well-maintained gravel and transitions into a narrower two-track as it pushes deeper into the forest. Cross Island Road provides a scenic drive through mixed hardwoods and conife...
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Britton Road is a well-groomed and maintained trail leading into Happy Valley WMA. This trail is now marked as complete at the tee in the road. If you go left at the tee, you will encounter a small bridge that is out. If you go right, the trail continues on for a while under the same conditions as y...
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This is a spur trail off Burnt Hill Road, this trail leads you into the western side of Finger Lakes National Forest. It drops you in a small clearing with a primitive campsite. If there has been any rain, there is a wet area with a solid base on the drive-in.
Learn more about West Hill Trail

Seasonal forest road that winds through the picturesque Cuyler Hill State Forest. The track features a mix of well-maintained gravel sections and more challenging areas with moderate ruts and occasional loose rocks. The road is canopied by mature hardwoods in many sections, creating a tunnel-like ex...
Learn more about Randall Hill Road

This route takes you through Tuller Hill State Forest and connects to several other routes. There are several good places to pull off the main route and check out the view from the power line trail. The route ends at the top of the hill with views in multiple directions. This route shows a small se...
Learn more about Vinnedge PFAR

The Oswego Recreational Trail is an old railroad bed with various surface types and old road millings. Very flat with some whoops and potholes in places. It's a nice easy ride through wooded, shaded areas and runs through the three-mile bay wildlife area. There are a couple of restaurants, bars, and...
Learn more about Oswego Recreational Trail

Stony loamy trail connecting Route 26 and Stone Hill Road. The road goes through Happy Valley Wildlife Management Area. There is a pull-off access to Whitney Pond for fishing, hiking, or viewing wildlife. This road is part of the Oswego County ATV club so use caution for oncoming ATV traffic.
Learn more about Happy Valley Road

This is a seasonal gravel road that winds through the eastern section of Taylor Valley State Forest. The road starts with well-maintained gravel and transitions into a narrower two-track as it pushes deeper into the forest. Cross Island Road provides a scenic drive through mixed hardwoods and conife...
Learn more about Cross Island Road

This route consists of seasonal gravel roads that are generally well-maintained in the summer. During the winter the roads are used for snowmobile trails. The roads lead to several side routes that are two-tracks, most are out-and-back routes and will add adventure to the ride. The main road is easi...
Learn more about Linklaen State Forest

The Oswego Recreational Trail is an old railroad bed with various surface types and old road millings. Very flat with some whoops and potholes in places. It's a nice easy ride through wooded, shaded areas and runs through the three-mile bay wildlife area. There are a couple of restaurants, bars, and...
Learn more about Oswego Recreational Trail

Stony loamy trail connecting Route 26 and Stone Hill Road. The road goes through Happy Valley Wildlife Management Area. There is a pull-off access to Whitney Pond for fishing, hiking, or viewing wildlife. This road is part of the Oswego County ATV club so use caution for oncoming ATV traffic.
Learn more about Happy Valley Road

This is a seasonal gravel road that winds through the eastern section of Taylor Valley State Forest. The road starts with well-maintained gravel and transitions into a narrower two-track as it pushes deeper into the forest. Cross Island Road provides a scenic drive through mixed hardwoods and conife...
Learn more about Cross Island Road

This route consists of seasonal gravel roads that are generally well-maintained in the summer. During the winter the roads are used for snowmobile trails. The roads lead to several side routes that are two-tracks, most are out-and-back routes and will add adventure to the ride. The main road is easi...
Learn more about Linklaen State Forest