Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Iola, Pennsylvania

This trail is an in-and-out route through Loyalsock State Forest, following a graded gravel road with small sections of dirt that can become muddy after rain while still maintaining a solid base. It is easy…
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Shanerburg Road is a long winding trail that will pass you by several streams with a 1-lane bridge. The trail passes through much of the forest--it's longer than you'd think. The road has a few…
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This is a twisting hill climb to the vista overlook of Loyalsock Creek and the rock garden where you can stop to use facilities, seating areas, and parking. Along the remainder of the route, you…
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Essentially a connector between Shanerburg Road and Worlds End State Park, this trail has some narrow bridges and potholes but no major obstacles. There are a couple of places to pull off if needed and…
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This gravel road runs from the entrance off of Dry Run Road and heads further into the State Park. This trail is narrow, be mindful when traveling in groups and of oncoming vehicles. Be sure…
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This is an easy trail on the eastern side of Loyalsock State Forest which winds down outside of LaPorte. Along the way, you will see several small waterfalls with a few narrow sections to traverse.…
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This light gravel road runs from High Knob Road along Dry Run inside Loyalsock State Forest. The 6.8-mile out-and-back trip (if you continue further down the road, you will encounter the state park facilities/watershed area)…
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This is a winding trail that passes Sones Pond in the eastern section of Loyalsock State Forest. The pond area has a small pavilion and leisure area if you need to stop for a snack,…
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Ashland 92 is the main east-to-west trail starting on 54 and going to Trail 90. This is a relatively smooth trail with some small rocks and brush. This trail is commonly used as a dump,…
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Ashland 90 is a powerline trail that splits the property. There are hill climbs and small rocks to challenge you as you ride. The north side ends at the creek and the south side at…
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Ashland 91 starts off of trail 90 and is a tight brushy trail with some trees down. It leads through the brush and dumps out into a large grass field/yard. Please stay off of the…
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Trail 93 goes from Ashland 94 to Ashland 92. It is a smooth trail with brush, small rocks, and shallow puddles. This can get very brushy during the summer months, so use caution. If using…
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Mill Creek Road is primarily a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months; however, there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice, the road can become…
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Part of Ashland 94 is an old asphalt road. The rest of the trail is wooded with debris, stumps, small rocks, and brush. This section can be loaded with trash and dumping areas, so watch…
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Most ATV trails are very similar, but not this one. This is a really fun trail with hills and rocks to start either end. In the middle, there are twisty off-camber spots and rock gardens…
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Trail 9 is a long trail with multiple sections. It is a green trail and is a stock-friendly trail. It has elevation changes, small rocks, puddles, and a nice mix of open and wooded areas.…
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This brief ATV trail serves as a shortcut connecting the Trail 7 to Trail 9 intersection. Designated as an ATV trail, its narrow path weaves between trees, making it unsuitable for full-size vehicles. While primarily…
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This ATV trail provides a convenient cut-through, connecting Trail 20 to Trail 9. It offers an easy passage with a few puddles, small rocks, and possibly a log. This trail is ideal for diversifying your…
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Trail 20 is divided into two parts. The first segment is a long, straight trail, while the second comprises smaller trails leading to and supporting the main one. These additional trails share the same level…
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What was a dead-end trail has become a loop trail. This is a nice wooded trail with big trees and small rocks. It's passable with a long-wheelbase SxS with ease. There aren't many obstacles except…
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Trail 7 starts off of trail 6 and works it way into a few different sections. There are a few different hills to tackle, as well as some mud and water holes with tight trees…
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In this section, there are lots of turns and puddles to work through. It is in the woods, as most of these trails are, and it's a fun cut-through bypass to trail 20 or trail…
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Trail 8 is narrower, so be cautious with a full-sized vehicle. There are a lot of water puddles that are 12-18 inches deep. Watch for the old radio station foundations along the trail. This trail…
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Quarry Road runs from south to north, serving as the coal road. It's a well-graded, flat road with a single small hill in the middle. Considered one of the easier trails in the park, it…
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This ATV trail rides across the Pipeline. It can be a little sketchy with a big drop-off on the downhill side. It goes out to a dead end or turns and goes up a rocky…
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Trail 27 is a semi-short trail that goes from trail 20 to trail 9. It has a nice off-camber turn with a tree as an obstacle. It then weaves down to trail 9. There aren't…
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This series of ATV trails makes a nice group of trails. These trails are full of puddles and twisty tree sections to work through carefully. There are no major obstacles, just some moderate puddles and…
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Originally a typical pipeline filled with high water bars, hills, and smooth green grass, this trail has evolved into a trail as riders created their own paths. The current trail features rocky hills, choppy water…
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26 has some water and muddy areas that lead from Coal Road to trail 20 and then to the Pipeline. Watch for random rocks and logs while working through small washouts and muddy sections. It…
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Trail 2 is a series of loops spread out over a decent-sized area. The trails are stock vehicle-friendly but have some spots that will need caution. Expect small rocks, hills, twists, and tight turns. There…
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