Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Laurelton, Pennsylvania

Horseshoe Bend trail is another short but fun single-track trail. Starting from Hunter Road. It is very easy and relatively flat terrain, about halfway there's a section of rocky descent, which gets a little more difficult as you continue to descend out onto the main road. Try your skill by turning ...
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Bear Run Road is a relatively flat, wide and smooth graded gravel road in Bald Eagle State Forest. It connects Route 45 to Woodward Gap Road. There is one camp site (021 Bear Run) along the road. Bear Run (creek) follows the road with numerous access points and a few areas to pull off and park. The ...
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This trail is an in-and-out trail located in the Bald Eagle State Forest. It is a graded gravel road. There is one hiking trail Horseshoe Bend Trail. Enter this trail from Hunter Road. Easy Access and drivability during the warm months. There is no Winter Maintenance, so it may be more difficult dur...
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Sheesley Run Road is a relatively flat, wide, and smooth graded gravel road in Bald Eagle State Forest. It connects Route 45 to the intersection of Stony Run Road and Buffalo Flat Road. There are a number of narrow areas and tight turns along the road. Named for the creek it follows, Sheesley Run ca...
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Buffalo Flat Road is 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 will become harder to travel on. Round Top Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest. Hobo Vista is located along this road.
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This is an in-and-out trail that is a graded gravel road within the Bald Eagle State Forest. There are no hiking trails on this road; there is a bridge with a small flowing brook. This trail is easily drivable during warm months, but will be more difficult during winter due to ice and snow.
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Winklebleck Road is 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 will become harder to travel on. Winklebleck Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest. Hairy John State Forest Picnic Area is on this ...
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Old Shingle Road is 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 will become harder to travel on. Old Shingle Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest. The Molasses Scenic Overlook is accessed via O...
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This trail is an in-and-out on Graded Gravel within the Bald Eagle State Forest. There is an area called Chimney Rock Trailhead and Parking, also a nice flowing brook under a bridge. This trail is easily drivable during warm summer months, but more difficult in winter with snow and ice.
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This trail is a longer trail and is graded gravel; it is an in-and-out type of trail. The second half of this trail, coming in from the mountain top, has some tighter shelf road that is easily drivable in Summer, Spring, and fall. There is one hiking trail called the white mountain ridge trail. Ther...
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This trail is an in-and-out and comes off of Breininger Gap Road. The road parallels a running stream and has no hiking trails off of this road. It is a graded gravel road within the Bald Eagle State Forest. Easy access and drivability during the warm months, but it may be more difficult during wint...
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This trail is an in-and-out trail off of Hunter Road. It is a graded gravel road within the Bald Eagle State Forest. There is a picnic area called Rock Spring picnic area. Two hiking trails are off this route: Cold Spring Trail and Little Mountain Trail. Easy access and drivability during the warm m...
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This Trail is an in-and-out trail and is within the Bald Eagle State Forest. It is a Graded Gravel Trail. Along the trail is a Tranquil small brook of running water. There is an area for camping off to the side of the trail. There were no designated Hiking trails on this road. This is an easy trail ...
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This trail is a graded gravel, in and out trail. It is located in the Bald Eagle State Forest. you can enter this trail from a paved roadway. There is a small lightly flowing brook under a bridge. This trail is more difficult to travel in winter due to no winter maintenance.
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Rupp Hollow Road is a one-way, out-and-back trail that ends at private property. At 1.6 miles, a side trail offers a more challenging drive with mud holes, ruts, and small rock obstacles requiring an off-road capable vehicle. Rock Knob Trail and Green Knob Trail provide nearby hiking options. The ro...
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Jones Mountain Road is 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 will become harder to travel on. Jones Mountain Road is within Bald Eagle State Forest. The Jones Mountain Road Vista is along ...
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Stony Run Road is a Maintained dirt/gravel road that is easily navigated by just about any vehicle. There is no winter maintenance in the forest, however. There can be some washboard sections. It is a scenic road with streams and areas of evergreens to keep that lush forest look even in the winter....
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A beautiful wooded trail along the Shriner Mountain ridge. The trail is mostly rocky, becoming slightly rougher as you go. Enjoy the solitude of this out-and-back adventure through dense evergreen growth, clearings, and some possible mud. There is a large turnaround area at the end, which is also a ...
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High Top Trail Green is primarily a graded gravel road. It is an out-and-back road. There is ample room to turn around. 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 rutted and harder to travel on. High Top ...
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Pine Ridge Trail is primarily a graded dirt road. It is an out-and-back road with ample room to turn around. 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 rutted and harder to travel on. Pine Ridge Trail is ...
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150 is also known as the Heart Lake area and the trails that lead to the lake. Part of this is an open field area, but closer to the lake area, it becomes more of a dense pine tree area. There are puddles and washouts along the way.
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This ATV trail is a narrow path with dense, small pine trees. The sturdy pine branches may hit your machine, as they are not easily breakable. Your machine and body will push through the branches. Following the pine section, you'll encounter two exit options. There's a level exit heading north, and ...
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151 is a loop with a few spur trails off it. It is an area with little difficulty but nice to spend time looping around or cutting through to another trail. It has an open area, a pine tree section, and a powerline area.
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This section of 137 connects 138 and the main trail of 137. There are wooded rocky trails mixed in with multiple trails that lead to the main 137 trail. Be cautious of a few rocks on the trail that can be decent-sized.
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150 is also known as the Heart Lake area and the trails that lead to the lake. Part of this is an open field area, but closer to the lake area, it becomes more of a dense pine tree area. There are puddles and washouts along the way.
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This ATV trail is a narrow path with dense, small pine trees. The sturdy pine branches may hit your machine, as they are not easily breakable. Your machine and body will push through the branches. Following the pine section, you'll encounter two exit options. There's a level exit heading north, and ...
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151 is a loop with a few spur trails off it. It is an area with little difficulty but nice to spend time looping around or cutting through to another trail. It has an open area, a pine tree section, and a powerline area.
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This section of 137 connects 138 and the main trail of 137. There are wooded rocky trails mixed in with multiple trails that lead to the main 137 trail. Be cautious of a few rocks on the trail that can be decent-sized.
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