Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Hornell, New York

The 1,623-acre Canacadea State Forest has a limited amount of development. The main access road is easily drivable but has some ruts due to rain runoff, so travel is about 10-15 mph slower. The unpaved…
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The 1,623-acre Canacadea State Forest has a limited amount of development. The main access road is easily drivable but has some ruts due to rain runoff, so travel is about 10-15 mph slower. The unpaved…
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This is a seasonal road that ascends/descends one of the taller hills in the area. There is a wind farm atop the hill with nice views of the surrounding hills. The road is dirt and…
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This road travels from Gulch Road to the top of the hill. Several windmills dot the top of the hill. The Finger Lakes Trail crisscrosses the hill and intersects several roads. The view from the…
Learn more about Southwoods Road

This seasonal section is easily traversable with 2WD during most times of the year and weather. The road passes through very open and wide fields. A few sections can gather water in wet weather. Some…
Learn more about Landers Road

This is a small seasonal highway located in southern Steuben County. It's a great place to get away from the world for a fraction of time. It can be moderately difficult in the winter due…
Learn more about Lander Road

This section of the road is seasonal and could be difficult in colder weather and snow. Some of the road travels through open fields and drifting could occur. The road intersects with Hanyon Road. Keep…
Learn more about Puffer Road

This short section of seasonal road travels through the woods up or down a hill. The road is in good condition with little to no standing water or puddles. The area recently has had some…
Learn more about Ricewoods Road

This road is definitely one of the more challenging roads in the area. The road doesn't see much maintenance. There are several washouts and rugged gravel spots where water flows freely down it. Several shelf…
Learn more about Hanyon Road

This trail will take you in and out of the woods. This trail has some uphill and downhill sections along with some open flat sections along the fields. You will have the option of taking…
Learn more about C and D Trail

This trail will run you through a field and thin into the woods. As you twist through this trail you will find mud holes. These can be deep depending on the weather. As you come…
Learn more about The Great Divide

This is a section of road that is not maintained during the winter months. The road is in good shape and climbs a hill for most of this section. At the top, the road levels…
Learn more about Coombs Road

This is one of the favorite trails of people that visit. This trail will connect you with Pat's Path. You will encounter tree roots and some smaller ruts on the trail. This trail is easily…
Learn more about Beefs

This trail will take you back and connect with Beef. You will work your way out of the field and into the woods down a dry stream. This section of the trail can change rapidly…
Learn more about Pat's Path

This trail will continue to take you through the woods. Like the name, this is the long way out of the woods. You will find some slight up and downhill sections. This is also the…
Learn more about Long

This is a nice wooded trail with slight elevation changes that will lead you out of the woods up to the road crossing. You'll find this trail easily maneuvered with all sizes of machines and…
Learn more about Sugar Bush

This is a nice pleasant drive through the woods on a well-maintained and groomed trail with slight elevation changes that are manageable for all size and age machines. Keep in mind that the trail will…
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This is a fun easy trial that will take you through the heart of the woods. You will make your way up and down some small inclines and declines throughout this section.
Learn more about Easy Rider

This is a nice short trail that will take you through the woods. This trail is great for all ages.
Learn more about Figure 8

This is a farm road. This trail will take you around the outside edges of the woods and fields. There are no obstacles on this trail. The trail is a great trail for all ages…
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This is a nice pleasant drive through the woods on a Rocky slightly unmaintained trail with slight elevation changes that are manageable for all size and age machines with a better skill set. Keep in…
Learn more about Little Lagoon 2

This is a slow road that takes you to some areas of mud and water. Keep in mind there are campers in this area. It is a high dust zone so you will need to…
Learn more about Tower Road

This is a nice pleasant drive through the woods on a well maintained and groomed trail with slight elevation changes that are manageable for all size and age machines. Keep in mind that the trail…
Learn more about Little Lagoon

This trail is a state forestry road that travels through Ossian State Forest. The road is rough, rutted, and muddy in some sections. There are no technical obstacles that would be a concern. It is…
Learn more about Scoville Road

This a seasonal road that ascends/descends the Canisteo River Valley. The road is in relatively good shape due to logging activity at the north end. In colder temperatures and snow, travel up and down the…
Learn more about Hathaway Hill Road

This is a nice easy trail that will take you through the woods. The trail is well maintained and is good for any size machine. All age levels will be able to navigate. You will…
Learn more about Bear Path 1

This trail will take you through the hedgerow then out to a field and back into the woods. The trail will be good for all-size machines, from youth to full-size SXS.
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This trail will take you up a slight hill with a few dips. This area can be fun at speed allowing you to get a little air. Be mindful that the dips on the back…
Learn more about Rock N Chair

This trail is a nice short ride through the woods. This is a tight trail with roots, rock, and mud. There is minimal maintenance on this trail so it is ever-changing.
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Vandermark State Forest totals 2,384 acres. The main road is a bit narrow, but an easy drive. This area is very wooded and has a few camping spots. This area provides opportunities for many informal…
Learn more about Vandermark Allen Forest Road