Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Lyons Falls, New York

A Lewis County Trail permit is required to use this trail. Expect to find varying trail conditions. The track is a mix of dirt, gravel, and rocks in places where washouts can occur during rain events. Steep grades and switchbacks where 4WD is strongly encouraged to reduce trail degradation. This tra...
Learn more about Lee Gulf Trail

This stretch of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line has been converted by Lewis County into one of the main arteries of the Tughill region's snowmobile and ATV traffic. Follow this trail from the Burdick's Crossing Road intersection south to one of the area's premier eateries, Boondocks Restaurant & Ba...
Learn more about The Old Railbed

This varied, multi-surface route connects the Tug Hill region to the southern Adirondacks. The trail features a mix of pavement, gravel, and occasional Lewis County-permitted side trails, offering diverse terrain and a chance to manage tire heat. Please note that this route experiences high traffic ...
Learn more about Tughill Region Connector

The northern end of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line takes you to the small town of Glenfield, New York. This scenic route takes you through the countryside alongside the Black River. Stop in for a bite at the Wicked Bad Apple Backwoods Bar & Grill by turning right on Blue Street and going about 300...
Learn more about The Monteola Corridor

Burdick’s Crossing serves as a vital connector trail bringing you into the Adirondack region of the Lewis County trail system. This route is designed to keep you off the pavement as much as possible, navigating primarily through private land via permit-only trails. Stay alert, particularly in tighte...
Learn more about Burdick's Crossing

Smith Road is a powersports-legal route that traverses the Lesser Wilderness State Forest toward the Tug Hill region. The trail features a well-maintained surface consisting primarily of dirt and gravel. Riders should maintain moderate speeds, as several corners contain loose stone that can cause tr...
Learn more about Smith Road

Expect a narrow, county-maintained trail best suited for ATVs and small side-by-sides. It features the largest elevation change in the area, requiring four-wheel drive for a safe and responsible climb. Several bridges cross cascading creeks, highlighting local geology and offering spectacular views ...
Learn more about Lee Gulf Extension

This route follows a wide, maintained gravel seasonal road through a mostly wooded section of Lewis County. Riders can expect a firm gravel surface with several gradual hills and curves. This route connects with multiple seasonal roads and is a heavily traveled route. The road is generally smooth a...
Learn more about Carpenter Road

Throughout this trail, you will encounter a mix of sand, gravel, roots, and water holes as you take the outer loop trail around the county forest property. Other side trails exist that cut through the center of this loop. These trails are very well marked. Watch for traffic merging in and out of the...
Learn more about Middle Road

This Lewis County ATV Trail System play area features a maintained main trail with multiple side spur mud and play sections for riders looking for additional challenges. The route travels through a mix of wooded terrain and open hilltop meadows, providing a variety of landscapes and scenic views. Ri...
Learn more about Carpenter Road Play Area

This is a nice wooded trail--hard-packed with no ruts or challenging sections. This is tighter, so 64-inch-wide vehicles or less is best. It's ATV and UTV-accessible with a Lewis County trail permit. It's open seasonally and there are updates regularly on their Facebook page. Expect two-way traffic ...
Learn more about The Commons 4

This is a nice wooded trail--hard-packed with no ruts or challenging sections. This is tighter, so 64-inch-wide vehicles or less is best. It's ATV and UTV-accessible with a Lewis County trail permit. It's open seasonally and there are updates regularly on their Facebook page. Expect two-way traffic ...
Learn more about The Commons 1

Smith Road is a well-maintained gravel access route located at the southern end of the 13,793-acre Lesser Wilderness State Forest. The trail winds through a lush hardwood forest, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing throughout the year. Please note that while this is a designated mo...
Learn more about Smith Road PFAR

This is a nice wooded trail--hard-packed with no ruts or challenging sections. This is tighter, so 64-inch-wide vehicles or less is best. It's ATV and UTV-accessible with a Lewis County trail permit. It's open seasonally and there are updates regularly on their Facebook page. Expect two-way traffic ...
Learn more about The Commons 3

This is a nice wooded trail--hard-packed with no ruts or challenging sections. This is tighter, so 64-inch-wide vehicles or less is best. It's ATV and UTV-accessible with a Lewis County trail permit. It's open seasonally and there are updates regularly on their Facebook page. Expect two-way traffic ...
Learn more about The Commons 2

The route begins at Crofoot Hill Road, where riders enter a maintained grassy corridor with a gradual incline. The initial climb is smooth overall, though riders may encounter light rutting near the crest. At the posted stop sign, the trail briefly follows Plumber Road before turning left to re-ente...
Learn more about Crofoot Whiskey Trail

The Otter Creek Trail traverses a diverse landscape of sand and gravel throughout the western end of the Otter Creek State Forest. Several established primitive campsites are available along the route, providing ideal spots to park and explore the surrounding Southern Adirondack forest, where you ma...
Learn more about Otter Creek Trail

When traveling along this marked Lewis County ATV trail, riders will pass through a mix of pine and hardwood forest featuring a maintained two-track trail surface. The route primarily consists of hard-packed dirt, natural soil, pine needles, and occasional loose stone with light rutting throughout. ...
Learn more about Wildcat Road Green Trail Loop

Catspaw Lake Road is a scenic trail characterized by a mix of sandy dirt surfaces and rocky uphill sections. The route offers numerous pull-off points with beautiful views of the lake and the streams that feed into it. Please note that this is a multi-use trail shared with mountain bikers and equest...
Learn more about Catspaw Lake Road

While traveling this route, you will encounter several intersections and curves along this seasonal road. The road consists of a mix of gravel and loose stone and is generally wide enough for vehicles to pass. Be aware of posted road signs and use caution when approaching intersections, as both veh...
Learn more about Tabolt Road

A Lewis County Trail permit is required to use this trail. Expect to find varying trail conditions. The track is a mix of dirt, gravel, and rocks in places where washouts can occur during rain events. Steep grades and switchbacks where 4WD is strongly encouraged to reduce trail degradation. This tra...
Learn more about Lee Gulf Trail

This stretch of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line has been converted by Lewis County into one of the main arteries of the Tughill region's snowmobile and ATV traffic. Follow this trail from the Burdick's Crossing Road intersection south to one of the area's premier eateries, Boondocks Restaurant & Ba...
Learn more about The Old Railbed

This varied, multi-surface route connects the Tug Hill region to the southern Adirondacks. The trail features a mix of pavement, gravel, and occasional Lewis County-permitted side trails, offering diverse terrain and a chance to manage tire heat. Please note that this route experiences high traffic ...
Learn more about Tughill Region Connector

The northern end of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line takes you to the small town of Glenfield, New York. This scenic route takes you through the countryside alongside the Black River. Stop in for a bite at the Wicked Bad Apple Backwoods Bar & Grill by turning right on Blue Street and going about 300...
Learn more about The Monteola Corridor

A Lewis County Trail permit is required to use this trail. Expect to find varying trail conditions. The track is a mix of dirt, gravel, and rocks in places where washouts can occur during rain events. Steep grades and switchbacks where 4WD is strongly encouraged to reduce trail degradation. This tra...
Learn more about Lee Gulf Trail

This stretch of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line has been converted by Lewis County into one of the main arteries of the Tughill region's snowmobile and ATV traffic. Follow this trail from the Burdick's Crossing Road intersection south to one of the area's premier eateries, Boondocks Restaurant & Ba...
Learn more about The Old Railbed

This varied, multi-surface route connects the Tug Hill region to the southern Adirondacks. The trail features a mix of pavement, gravel, and occasional Lewis County-permitted side trails, offering diverse terrain and a chance to manage tire heat. Please note that this route experiences high traffic ...
Learn more about Tughill Region Connector

The northern end of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line takes you to the small town of Glenfield, New York. This scenic route takes you through the countryside alongside the Black River. Stop in for a bite at the Wicked Bad Apple Backwoods Bar & Grill by turning right on Blue Street and going about 300...
Learn more about The Monteola Corridor