Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Monroe, Pennsylvania

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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 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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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.…
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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…
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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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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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A well-maintained trail winds through Loyalsock State Forest along a Hoagland Branch. Several bridges over a creek bed provide beautiful, scenic views. Several hunting cabins and farms are along the route. There is potential for…
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Bear Wallow is a long forest road that terminates at Mill Creek Road and passes by Bear Wallow Swamp/Pond. Along the way, you will see many blind curves, single-lane roads, potholes, and rough spots. The…
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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 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 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…
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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…
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Walker Road is a very well-maintained gravel base road through Loyalsock State Forest. There are several blind turns and other wildlife in the area. There is potential for small washouts or downed trees. Generally, it…
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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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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…
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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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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…
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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.…
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Ellenton Ridge 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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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…
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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…
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Sprout Point Road is primarily an ungraded dirt road. It is a dead-end road with a large area to turn around on the southern end. At the end of the road is the old Sprout…
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Yellow Dog 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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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…
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Rock Run 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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