Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Elkton, Maryland

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Fishing Creek to Hawk Point

This is generally an easy gravel trail that winds along and through Fishing Creek. It's about 1.5 vehicles wide, but there are numerous pull-outs to allow opposing traffic to pass. Remote and scenic. There are…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Slusser Rd

Slusser Road winds through the rugged, lesser-traveled Port Clinton Tract of Weiser State Forest, offering a peaceful gravel route surrounded by dense forest. This area is a gateway to several hiking trails that explore the…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Oak Road

Oak Road winds through the rugged Port Clinton Tract of Weiser State Forest, providing access to top spots like the Port Clinton Fire Tower, the popular hiking destination of the Pinnacle Trail, and several other…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp / Wi

Make Peace Lake Road

Make Peace Lake Road runs through New Jersey Fish and Wildlife protected land. It primarily features a sandy and dirt surface with mud holes after rain. There is no risk of pinstriping, and most sections…
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Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa

Three Bridge Road

Three Bridge Road is located in the western part of Wharton State Forest. Three Bridge Road is a sandy trail with minor potholes throughout the length of the trail. There are a few shoulders to…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Lake Atsion to Lake Oswego

This is a good introduction to Wharton State Forest and the Pine Barrens. Typically this is an easy route. Wet weather creates large "puddles" in depressions in the trail that require some attention. It makes…
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Total Miles
19.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Atsion Lake to Batsto Lake

A nice trip in the Pine Barrens with some opportunities to stop along the Batsto River and Batsto Lake. The route can be run either north to south, Atsion to Batsto, or south to north,…
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Total Miles
8.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Stokes Trail

Moderately easy trail running about 4-5 miles in length. The trail is rather smooth and easy when dry but is prone to flooding. The southern end of the trail contains heavily whooped sections that can…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Stokes Connector

This is a very short and very rough trail connecting two main trails of the Wharton State Forest. This trail is bumpy and tight but does open up mid-way to a clearing that would be…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Middle Trail

This is a tight scenic trail, some whooped sections and low-hanging trees can make it easy to get some unwanted scratches. There is not a lot of room to let oncoming trail riders pass by.…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Lower Forge Road

Lower Forge Road will navigate to the pine barrens from the quaker bridge area to the beginning of the Bulldozed Road. Also will take you to the start of the foot trail for Lower Forge…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su

Bulldozed Road

Bulldozed Road starts out from either the Lower Forge Primitive Camp Area or the Tuckerton Road trail. If you enter from the Lower Forge road side, you will encounter a rather easy trail. Most of…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

R2

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.…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

R1

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,…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Batsto Fire Tower to Quaker Bridge

Typical Pine Barrens forest, though with fewer water features. The route can be run either north to south, Quaker Bridge to Batsto Fire Towner, or in reverse. The trail is uneven and depressions do collect…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

R

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…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp / Wi

Burma Single Track 3

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Burma Single Track 2

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Quaker Bridge to Godfrey Bridge

This track takes you to two very good camping spots. Godfrey Bridge has several camp spots and pit toilets. Hawkins Bridge to the north has some large group camps, but be aware you will need…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi

L

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…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp / Wi

Burma Single Track 5

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Burma Single Track 10

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Burma 65

Running this trail from end to end would take some time. It starts at the property boundary and works its way as a road that turns into more of a trail with tighter brushy sections.…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

N3 - South

This section of N3 follows an old roadway and railroad line, which has become rocky and washed out over the years. It consistently has water flowing on it and undergoes constant changes. While it can…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Burma Single Track 6

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

K1

K1 consists of two separate hill climbs, both featuring rocky terrain with ruts to navigate. The northern hill is easier compared to the southern one. Trails in the middle offer branching options to alter your…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Burma Single Track 4

Single track is not for the beginner and is just for MX dirt bikes. These trail sections are very narrow paths that are sometimes only as wide as the handlebars. There can be very steep…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Burma 74

Burma 74 is a short trail that goes from TRrail 75 and leads to a dead end. Make sure that you stay on the trail and do not go off-property. This trail is full of…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Area 51 Green B

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…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Area 51 Green C

Area 51 comprises multiple sections, serving as a connector for various trail areas. The trail network in this region originated from ground tests, where a bulldozer plowed paths to assess minerals in the soil. Consequently,…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

ATV Trails Near Elkton, Maryland

Stokes Trail

Moderately easy trail running about 4-5 miles in length. The trail is rather smooth and easy when dry but is prone to flooding. The southern end of the trail contains heavily whooped sections that can…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Stokes Connector

This is a very short and very rough trail connecting two main trails of the Wharton State Forest. This trail is bumpy and tight but does open up mid-way to a clearing that would be…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Middle Trail

This is a tight scenic trail, some whooped sections and low-hanging trees can make it easy to get some unwanted scratches. There is not a lot of room to let oncoming trail riders pass by.…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Lower Forge Road

Lower Forge Road will navigate to the pine barrens from the quaker bridge area to the beginning of the Bulldozed Road. Also will take you to the start of the foot trail for Lower Forge…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su

Bulldozed Road

Bulldozed Road starts out from either the Lower Forge Primitive Camp Area or the Tuckerton Road trail. If you enter from the Lower Forge road side, you will encounter a rather easy trail. Most of…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

Burma 65

Running this trail from end to end would take some time. It starts at the property boundary and works its way as a road that turns into more of a trail with tighter brushy sections.…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

UTV/Side-by-Side Near Elkton, Maryland

Stokes Trail

Moderately easy trail running about 4-5 miles in length. The trail is rather smooth and easy when dry but is prone to flooding. The southern end of the trail contains heavily whooped sections that can…
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Total Miles
4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Stokes Connector

This is a very short and very rough trail connecting two main trails of the Wharton State Forest. This trail is bumpy and tight but does open up mid-way to a clearing that would be…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Middle Trail

This is a tight scenic trail, some whooped sections and low-hanging trees can make it easy to get some unwanted scratches. There is not a lot of room to let oncoming trail riders pass by.…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Lower Forge Road

Lower Forge Road will navigate to the pine barrens from the quaker bridge area to the beginning of the Bulldozed Road. Also will take you to the start of the foot trail for Lower Forge…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su

Bulldozed Road

Bulldozed Road starts out from either the Lower Forge Primitive Camp Area or the Tuckerton Road trail. If you enter from the Lower Forge road side, you will encounter a rather easy trail. Most of…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Wi / Sp

Burma 65

Running this trail from end to end would take some time. It starts at the property boundary and works its way as a road that turns into more of a trail with tighter brushy sections.…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi