Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Grahamtown, Maryland

This is a relaxing route in the panhandle of Maryland with good proximity to many Western Maryland parks and sites. When entering the trail from the north you will come across a campground about one mile in. You will need to reserve these campsites online ahead of time if you want to stay. At the re...
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This is an awesome dirt road in Green Ridge State Forest. There are several deep rutted mud holes (smelly mud!) and a historic cemetery along the way. It's rated a 3 just because of the unavoidable mud holes. This is fun in either direction and one you don't want to miss on your trip to Green Ridge!
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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 restrooms, is a former CCC camp is very nice and well worth stopping at even just to see it....
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This gravel and dirt trail connects Wallitzer Road to Mertens Avenue and features tight switchbacks along with overgrown vegetation during the spring and summer months. Wider vehicles may experience pinstriping. Four-wheel drive is recommended due to the inclines and declines, which can become slick...
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Trail 1111 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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Trail 1108 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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Trail 1107 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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Trail 1112 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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Trail 1105 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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Trail 1104 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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The Coal Haul Road is a green trail that connects the Potomac River and North Hill Riding Areas of Wolf Den Run State Park. Wolf Den Run State Park has a good mix of green and blue, and black trails. It also has a slag pile playground. There are also a few narrow-width trails specifically just for S...
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This short connector trail is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. It connects blue trails 1102 and 1101. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black tra...
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This dirt and gravel trail runs through Green Ridge State Forest and includes a few small washouts along with several steep climbs and descents. Multiple dispersed campsites can be found along the route, and the area is popular for hunting. Four-wheel drive is only recommended during the winter mont...
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The Parking lot road is a green trail located within the Potomac River Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. This is the main trail into the primary parking area for the Potomac River Riding Area. Potomac River is the southernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. Potomac River has a goo...
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This gravel and dirt road connects Frank Davis Road with Carpenter Road on the northern side of Green Ridge State Forest. Dispersed camping sites are located along the route, and a swimming hole can be found at the intersection of Carpenter Road and 15 Mile Creek Road. Four-wheel drive is not needed...
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This trail is a mainly dirt/gravel forest road. There are a few offshoots with dispersed camping sites and hiking options. During the winter months, 4WD is recommended due to the inclines and declines, which can be slick with snow or ice on the ground. During Spring, Summer, and Fall, this can be dr...
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This is a fun rutted dirt climb with lots of puddles (none very mucky). This beautiful trail can be enjoyed by any vehicle with good tires and ground clearance, though the climb at the beginning could be very slick after a recent rain or snow! There are no real obstacles to speak of, other than pote...
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This is a scenic route through Green Ridge State Forest. It features steep inclines and declines as well as mild ruts. At the top of this trail, you can find Banner Overlook with beautiful views, as well as group campsite seven. Four-wheel drive is recommended during the winter months as the incline...
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Named for the Merten family who owned orchards in this region during the late 19th and early 20th century, the majority of Mertens Avenue is a rough but generally well-maintained gravel road. The road surface is primarily rough rock in almost a cobblestone orientation, which can give a washboard-lik...
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Trail 2202 is a green trail located within the Potomac River Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. The Potomac River is the southernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. Potomac River has a good mix of green and blue, and black trails. It also has a slag pile playground. There are also a...
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This is a relaxing route in the panhandle of Maryland with good proximity to many Western Maryland parks and sites. When entering the trail from the north you will come across a campground about one mile in. You will need to reserve these campsites online ahead of time if you want to stay. At the re...
Learn more about St. Johs Rock

Trail 1111 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
Learn more about 1111 Green

Trail 1108 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
Learn more about 1108 Green

Trail 1107 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
Learn more about 1107 Green

This is a relaxing route in the panhandle of Maryland with good proximity to many Western Maryland parks and sites. When entering the trail from the north you will come across a campground about one mile in. You will need to reserve these campsites online ahead of time if you want to stay. At the re...
Learn more about St. Johs Rock

Trail 1111 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
Learn more about 1111 Green

Trail 1108 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
Learn more about 1108 Green

Trail 1107 is a green trail located within the North Hills Riding Area of Wolf Den Run State Park. North Hill is the northernmost of the three riding areas at Wolf Den Run. North Hill has a good mix of green and blue trails. It has one black trail as well. There are also a few narrow-width trails sp...
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