Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Dolgeville, New York

Expect varying trail conditions from loose rocky uphill climbs and muddy/soupy ruts in certain sections. There is plenty to see as you follow a portion of the Jerseyfield Railroad, including an old locomotive shell as you approach the start of the dirt road. NO ATV or SXS access is permitted on this...
Learn more about Jerseyfield Road

This trail is open from May 31 to December 1. It is a seasonal road that has varying surface types but is primarily gravel and offers plenty of opportunities to see wildlife. Deer are often spotted trailside and in June, snapping turtles are digging nest sites right on the road surface. Plenty of ca...
Learn more about Powley Road

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
Learn more about Military Road

Tannery road is a nice connecting off-road trail between Rt 125 and Rt 30. From north to south it starts off with a rocky uphill that transitions to some nice wooded trail. There is a beaver dam/ stream crossing with a small bridge in one spot and water crossing in another. The trail is mostly d...
Learn more about Tannery Rd

Along this well-maintained gravel out-and-back route, travelers will enjoy spectacular views as the road winds beside the West Branch of the Sacandaga River. The surrounding landscape transitions between hardwood and pine forests, offering several excellent camping opportunities—particularly near th...
Learn more about West River Road

Expect a nice forest road through rolling hills with a mostly gravel surface. In the winter, this trail is easy to follow, even if nobody has broken the trail. Beware of soft sides, especially after a rain event or snow melt, and always be prepared for fallen trees or branches in the trail.
Learn more about Albert J Woodward Memorial Forest Traverse

This trail is a mix of gravel and dirt. The trail is snowmobile only after December 8, but until then, it is open for snowwheeling. However, depending on conditions, the trail reopens from March- December 8th for snowwheeling. Obstacles include possible washouts and downed trees and branches. Multip...
Learn more about South Gate Road

This trail offers a variety of terrain on either side of the trail from meadows to deep pine woods. If you follow this route to the end it does dead end at a closed gate with plenty of space to turn around. There is a large camping area at the start of the trail if you are looking for a secluded spo...
Learn more about Beaver Creek PFAR

This seasonal road winds through private timberland and offers travelers a mix of terrain, from compact gravel stretches to loose sand and dirt sections. Although the road is generally well-maintained, conditions can vary depending on recent weather and logging activity. The land along the entire ro...
Learn more about Old Military Road

West Gate Road is a relatively well-maintained section of the Penn Mountain State Forest access roads. The trail can be muddy in spots and as always with trails in this region watch for fallen trees or limbs blocking the trail. This area is very susceptible to high winds whenever a weather front mov...
Learn more about West Gate Road

This is a seasonal dirt road, but well-maintained in the summer. The trail leads to the Tenant Falls trailhead and roadside camping. Big parking area/turnaround at the end of the road. There are four first-come first first-served campsites just off the road. Sites 1-3 are flat walk-ins 200' - 300' f...
Learn more about Hope Falls Road

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

This easy dirt road winds through the Speculator Tree Farm Conservation Easement, alternating between dense forest and wide open meadows. During the summer, the meadows come alive with colorful wildflowers, and the area offers excellent opportunities to spot wildlife. The changing scenery makes for ...
Learn more about Mud Lake Road

This is the main access road into the Speculator Tree Farm Conservation Easement and serves as the gateway to several surrounding wilderness areas. Most of the easement's forest roads branch off from this route, making it an excellent starting point for exploring the area. The road is wide, well-gra...
Learn more about Elm Lake Road

This is a well-maintained forest access road offering plenty of nice views of the landscape and wildlife. Watch for downed trees and limbs blocking the trail, this area is subject to high winds whenever weather fronts move through. Always carry a saw of some sort to clear your path if needed.
Learn more about Jackson Hill PFAR

This wide, graded dirt and gravel road serves as a main east-to-west artery through the eastern side of the state forest. It passes through several sections of private land and provides access to many smaller truck trails that branch deeper into the forest. The surface is generally smooth with only ...
Learn more about Brown Rd

This road begins as an easy dirt route with a few gravel sections through the Speculator Tree Farm Conservation Easement. As you continue, the road narrows into a grassy two-track with vegetation growing down the center. The drive alternates between dense forest and wide open meadows, creating a nic...
Learn more about Doug Mountain Road

The trail begins as an easy two-track winding through the forest, with noticeably tighter vegetation than many of the surrounding roads. It closely follows the scenic Robb Creek for much of the drive, passing ponds, wetlands, and lush forest that make this one of the most beautiful routes in the are...
Learn more about Robbs Creek Road

Lyme Adirondacks Timberland Company owns and maintains this track and the surrounding land. ATVs and Snowmobiles are NOT permitted on this track, but Mountain Bikers can often be found along its route, so be aware. Also, be aware that this road's woods are active logging land. Consequently, you may ...
Learn more about Fly Creek Road

This mostly dirt and packed gravel road winds through dense sections of forest while maintaining a wide, open corridor along the trail. The route gently gains and loses elevation as it passes through small meadows and pockets of thicker trees, with wildflowers lining the road in the summer. On the n...
Learn more about Truck Trail 12

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
Learn more about Military Road

Tannery road is a nice connecting off-road trail between Rt 125 and Rt 30. From north to south it starts off with a rocky uphill that transitions to some nice wooded trail. There is a beaver dam/ stream crossing with a small bridge in one spot and water crossing in another. The trail is mostly d...
Learn more about Tannery Rd

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

When traveling along this marked Lewis County ATV trail, riders will pass through a mix of pine and hardwood forest featuring a maintained two-track trail surface. The route primarily consists of hard-packed dirt, natural soil, pine needles, and occasional loose stone with light rutting throughout. ...
Learn more about Wildcat Road Green Trail Loop

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
Learn more about Military Road

Tannery road is a nice connecting off-road trail between Rt 125 and Rt 30. From north to south it starts off with a rocky uphill that transitions to some nice wooded trail. There is a beaver dam/ stream crossing with a small bridge in one spot and water crossing in another. The trail is mostly d...
Learn more about Tannery Rd

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

When traveling along this marked Lewis County ATV trail, riders will pass through a mix of pine and hardwood forest featuring a maintained two-track trail surface. The route primarily consists of hard-packed dirt, natural soil, pine needles, and occasional loose stone with light rutting throughout. ...
Learn more about Wildcat Road Green Trail Loop