Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Clay, Pennsylvania

The Middle Creek Adventure Tour is an easy, scenic run through Pennsylvania’s nearly 6,000-acre Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area. The route rolls over wooded ridges, dips through creek valleys, and passes the edge of Middle Creek Lake, with mostly hard-packed gravel, some loose stone, potholes,...
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This road exists to provide access to State Game Lands 110 and the Bartram Trail. It is a beautiful drive down a rugged gravel road through the forest and across a mountain stream to a very remote area of Schuylkill County. There is a large parking lot at the end of the road. Don't be scared by the ...
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R2 is a relatively new trail and may appear a little grassy as it is not frequently used. However, it offers an enjoyable experience if you find yourself on the ridge and seeking green trails. Although the map indicates it leads to a blue trail and stops, you can continue onward, as that section of ...
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R1 serves as the connector between the trails atop the ridge, offering a smooth pathway with occasional small rocks and moderate puddles to navigate. As there is only one other green trail on the ridge, and it can be challenging at times, it's important to plan your route accordingly. Keep in mind t...
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This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are dead ends.
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This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are a dead end.
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Tower City 6 is probably the longest trail in this trail network. It goes from Gold Mine Road all the way out to Trail 3. This trail is a railroad bed so it is very flat and smooth with just a few rocky spots but plenty of puddles.
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Trail L primarily follows an old railroad bed alongside Route 81. It provides a pleasant experience, allowing you to observe the highway while driving down an easier trail. However, there is a rutted and slightly rocky section between the railroad bed and Trail R. This part of the trail can be brush...
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Tower City 20 is a connector trail that takes you through the woods. Some areas will be tight for full-size vehicles, so use caution. Be on the lookout for downed trees and/or tree limbs. The very slight up-and-down hills with small rocks are barely noticeable.
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Tower City 7 is an old railroad bed from Gold Mine Road to Trail 6. There is plenty of forest debris on this trail including logs, branches, and small rocks. Stay off the road as it is illegal to ride up and down the road. This is a great start to the trail network.
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One of the quickest and easiest routes from the depths of the northeast property to return towards the office is N4. It leads through the old high-speed area and up near Blacktop Road, giving you the flexibility to choose your next route. It is an easy trail to drive and navigate through.
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This section of Area 51 traverses through field areas, featuring open paths between planted fields with occasional rocks and puddles. The trails are generally straightforward with minor obstacles to watch for. However, there is one part characterized by a tight, brushy trail with a small hill climb.
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Tower City 19 is a short trail and dead-ends. The trail is a smooth dirt surface with a small rock here and there. Perhaps this trail is a good place if you need an emergency bio break or stop for lunch. Be careful as there are a few other property owners with land in this area and they do not take ...
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Trail 11 is a short but challenging green trail. The reason for the rating is that there are a few decent-sized rocks on the sides of the trail. They can be avoided but can be a little bit of a challenge depending on the size and set up of the vehicle.
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Tower City 28 is hard to find. It isn't an obvious trail at first, but it dead-ends at the single track. This trail is rocky with typical forest debris scattered along it. Watch out for sharp rocks and loose soil.
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Tower City 12 is just what you have been looking for, with its rocky up-and-down hills, washouts, off-camber areas, and various water crossings. The water crossings are generally shallow, however, use caution when entering these obstacles as the depths can vary depending on recent rainfall. Take tim...
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Trail R serves as a connector between N3 and the trail atop the ridge at R1, providing the sole access point to reach that area. It is a slightly rocky, washed-out, and rutted trail that ascends the hill to the southernmost trails.
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This single track is not for the beginner and is just for mx dirtbikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep hills, large drop-offs, dangerous turns, and so much more. Please use caution if you are not familiar with thi...
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Tower City 18 is a semi-scenic dirt trail with slight up-and-down hills, small rocks, easier washed-out areas, and areas that are tight for full-size vehicles. This trail keeps you in the woods so don't be surprised if you come across a downed tree or tree limb.
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Tower City 13 is a long railroad bed left over from the old coal mining days. It goes from Gold Mine Road out to Trail 6. There are plenty of puddles but it is a long smooth trail. Expect a few small rocks in the twisted area.
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This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are dead ends.
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This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are a dead end.
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Tower City 6 is probably the longest trail in this trail network. It goes from Gold Mine Road all the way out to Trail 3. This trail is a railroad bed so it is very flat and smooth with just a few rocky spots but plenty of puddles.
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Tower City 20 is a connector trail that takes you through the woods. Some areas will be tight for full-size vehicles, so use caution. Be on the lookout for downed trees and/or tree limbs. The very slight up-and-down hills with small rocks are barely noticeable.
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This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are dead ends.
Learn more about Tower City 14

This is a dead-end trail that goes up the mountain to what was a coal mining area. You will see the coal mine remnants in the form of pits and piles off to the sides. There are two small offshoots on this section but both are a dead end.
Learn more about Tower City 15

Tower City 6 is probably the longest trail in this trail network. It goes from Gold Mine Road all the way out to Trail 3. This trail is a railroad bed so it is very flat and smooth with just a few rocky spots but plenty of puddles.
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Tower City 20 is a connector trail that takes you through the woods. Some areas will be tight for full-size vehicles, so use caution. Be on the lookout for downed trees and/or tree limbs. The very slight up-and-down hills with small rocks are barely noticeable.
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