Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Greens Landing, Pennsylvania

Stone Jug Road is very low maintenance, connecting Windham, Pennsylvania (Bradford County, Pennsylvania), and East Nichols, New York (Tioga County, New York), of about 3 miles. Terrain is somewhat varied with small washes, downed trees, and other obstructions possible. Winter provides no maintenance...
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This is a short, somewhat unmaintained road passing through the forest near Windham. Going North from here will place you just outside Nichols. The trail itself has several good views of farm land and a pond along one side. You'll pass over a small bridge and see some flowing water. The road is much...
Learn more about Kuhlman Road

This is a short trail that leads into Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 219. The road has no winter maintenance and you may find small sections of mud, downed trees, and ruts. There are a few small hill climbs and pull-off areas for general game land access along the route.
Learn more about Hickey's Rocks Road

This is a short, seasonal-use road that is largely unmaintained. The northernmost section is typically wet and swampy, leading into a semi-permanent wash. During winter, there is no snow removal, entrances may be blocked by snow mounds, and icy conditions should be expected in the northern section.
Learn more about Hakes Road

Note: this route was only recorded in reverse (on the descent) it is an out-and-back route, there is a gate at the top. To my knowledge, you could continue exploring past the gate on foot or bicycle as this is all PA State Game Lands. The payoff at the top is that there is an abandoned fire tower ou...
Learn more about Kellogg Mountain House

This is the most extended section of gravel road through Pennsylvania State Game Lands #219, with several large hills and vistas. The condition of the road is well maintained, with very few mud holes at the edges. Downed trees and washes are possible after heavy rain. This road has no winter mainten...
Learn more about Irish Hill Road

Recently graded and milled road just South of Owego near Pennsylvania State Game Lands #219, and an easy ride for any vehicle with great views on the Southern end of a working farm and mountains. The Southernmost end of the trail is much less maintained and can have small washes, rocks, and is gener...
Learn more about Gould Road

This is an easy road through Pennsylvania State Game Lands #219 leading back into New York. Mild grade, a few swooping turns, pretty tame overall. Pretty much a nice connector to get you from Montrose Turnpike back into Appalachian without passing through Little Meadows. Wintertime can be much harde...
Learn more about Fox Road

This is a trail through Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 219. It's mostly 1.5 vehicles wide and composed of dirt and gravel, leading you towards LeRaysville Road just over the border in Windam Township from Warren Township. The property owner nearest Montrose Turnpike has an excellent sense of h...
Learn more about Reagan Hill Road

This is a seasonal use road through Pennsylvania State Game Lands #219, also known as Montrose Turnpike. When crossing the state border, the road becomes much less maintained, with evidence of many downed trees along the way. The South to North direction will greet you with a wonderful view of mount...
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This is a short interconnect from Sunfish Pond County Park into Pennsylvania State Game Lands #12 Forest Road. Along the route, you will see many offshoots to gas wells and what looks like reforestation operations. Along the way, you'll see babbling brooks and beautiful mountain ranges off in the di...
Learn more about CCC Road

This is a somewhat unmaintained road passing through Pennsylvania State Game Lands #12 in Bradford County, The road entrance is located just outside the town of LaQuin and starts with a narrow hill climb. Portions of the road have the potential for trees down and can be very narrow with limited plac...
Learn more about Barclay Road

This is a short seasonal-use road outside of Little Meadows, Pennsylvania, paved with stone. It is a low/no maintenance road that has some steep grade hill climbing on the way up. The road can be washed out at times and has no winter maintenance. About halfway up, you will be presented with a hard r...
Learn more about Shaughnessy Road

Marshall Road is a winding, single-lane road through forest and field. There's potential for downed trees, but the road is otherwise well-maintained and has recently been graded. Check out the old one-room schoolhouse while you're passing through. Keep an eye out for wildlife in the area; deer, opos...
Learn more about Marshall Road

A recently graded gravel road through farmland just East of Overton. As you crest the road, you will be greeted with one of the most spectacular views of mountains off in the distance. You will be at such an elevation that you can begin to see the curvature of the Earth.
Learn more about Burke Road

This is a long dirt/gravel road leading through the western portion of Pennsylvania State Game Lands #12 with a few great views of mountains off in the distance, small creeks, and other wildlife. Reforestation is in progress and there are several offshoots to gas wells. There is a small chance of sm...
Learn more about State Game Road

Bull Hill Road provides all-year access to the northern section of Newfield State Forest. It is a seasonal road that has mild hill climbs and beautiful woods views. Newfield has several primitive camping sites available. This is a beginner-friendly road.
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Swan Hill Road is a seasonal road entering the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. It is closed during winter to wheeled vehicles and starts at the Horseheads Snowmobile Clubhouse. Offering multiple hiking paths and small turnoffs, the road has a few mild hill climbs heading in and tends to b...
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Connecticut Hill Road is a seasonal road accessing the southern part of the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. Entering from Rt 13, it offers a sustained hill climb with some loose sections where 2WD vehicles may lose traction. This road provides access to several seasonal homes. Depending ...
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Todd Road is the western road running north and south from Connecticut Hill to Swan Hill Roads. This seasonal road is closed in winter for snowmobiles. It offers several hill climbs with loose soil surfaces to slick mud in some areas. There are several hiking trails along it. A spur road called Sch...
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10 Speed is a short trail connecting the Hills Creek Lake area to the Ives Run Lake area. It is mostly comprised of dirt, which is exceptionally muddy during snow melt or rain. The trail follows along Crooked Creek and contains multiple stops to observe the various nature and wildlife preserves main...
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This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often, after heavy rain, the trail can be washed out and be more difficult as water will expose lay...
Learn more about Space Road

The southern half of Van Amburg Road is seasonal, which can become impassible by passenger vehicles in winter due to snow drifts. This road offers Finger Lakes Trail Access along with Primitive Camping featuring a Lean-To and Outhouse. At the intersection of Van Amburg and North Urbana is Birdseye H...
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Big Valley Road offers a scenic and highly accessible offroad driving experience for novice drivers and seasoned explorers alike, serving as a tranquil passage through Pennsylvania's dense State Game Lands. Stretching approximately 2.2 miles, this winding forest road climbs from an elevation of 1,29...
Learn more about Big Valley Road

10 Speed is a short trail connecting the Hills Creek Lake area to the Ives Run Lake area. It is mostly comprised of dirt, which is exceptionally muddy during snow melt or rain. The trail follows along Crooked Creek and contains multiple stops to observe the various nature and wildlife preserves main...
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This is an easy dirt road that will become rutted and muddy come spring. This section has access to primitive camping and multiple hiking trails including the Finger Lakes Trail, A-Trail, and Mohawk Trail. Mohawk trail activities include hiking, horseback, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and cross-co...
Learn more about Templar Falls - Sugar Hill Road

This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often, after heavy rain, the trail can be washed out and be more difficult as water will expose lay...
Learn more about Space Road

This trail is a dirt road connecting Baldwyn Run Road with Norris Brook Road. The trail is easy to drive in dry conditions, but passes through multiple streams and wet areas, which create a lot of mud, washouts, and rutted areas. The entire trail is plagued with fallen trees due to the soft ground c...
Learn more about Observatory Road