Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Pikes Creek, Pennsylvania

The Railroad Grade trail is a point-to-point trail leading to Mountain Spring Road. It is a typical state forest graded gravel road. It has big timber and pine trees, with several pull-offs and some parking…
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Mountain Spring Road is a typical State forest graded gravel road that is within the Loyalsock State Forest and is managed by PA DCNR and the Ricketts Glen State Park. This trail is a in…
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New Pond Road is a graded gravel road within Loyalsock State Forest and is managed by PA DCNR and Ricketts Glen State Park. This trail is an offshoot from Mountain Spring Road. The trail is…
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This trail is a convergence point with two other trails. It is a typical Graded Gravel road within the Loyalsock State Forest. It is an up-and-back trail that runs to a dead end. There are…
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This is an in-and-out trail within Loyalsock State Forest. The trail runs off of Flynn Road, leading towards two trails: Hottenstein Road and Old Berwick Turnpike. This trail is Graded Gravel with plenty of parking…
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This trail is a typical up-and-back, graded-gravel road within the Loyalsock State Forest. It is connected to two other trails, Masonite Road and Old Berwick Turnpike. The trail is surrounded by a variety of tall…
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This is a trail within Loyalsock State Forest that is reachable from the main road, SR 2006, and converges with other state forest trails. It is a typical state forest trail that is an in-and-out,…
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This Trail is a typical state forest graded gravel road within Loyalsock State Forest. This trail is a up and back and leads to another trail system, but is gated. There was a small washout…
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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 narrow, rocky, and muddy trail is in the Montage Tract of Pinchot State Forest. The bottom section of the trail follows along a stream and passes through the tornado scar from the 2017 storm.…
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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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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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Long Winding Forestry Road with steep climbs on the Montage Tract of the Pinchot State Forest. The road will not be plowed in winter. Steep hill sections will be slippery, and the lower section of…
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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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This is a long, winding, unmaintained dirt road with occasional muddy areas. The route provides access to the Montage Tract and joining trails. The road will not be plowed in winter. Downed trees and washouts…
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Boulder Field Run provides a loop run located off 534 in Hickory Run State Park and ends near the state park picnic area. This route is one way but watch for State Park vehicles in…
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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 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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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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Boulder Field Road is located within Hickory Run State Park and leads you directly to the Boulder Field. The trail consists of a gravel road with potholes throughout. After rainy weather, the trail can be…
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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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20 Green has a wide variety of terrain including rocky sections, off-camber areas, slight up-and-down slopes, shallow water crossings, and muddy obstacles. Along the way on this uneven, loose gravel trail, you find a wooden…
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The practice area is a small play area just inside of the park. It is a great area to get warmed up or to let the kids get comfortable. The trail is on the easier…
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Jason's Journey Green is a wooded trail that is a relatively dirt trail with various small rocks scattered throughout the trail. There are shallow water and muddy obstacles that you may barely notice however, if…
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Shootout Green is a return trail that goes along the main road and has a few small challenges. These challenges include small rocks, puddles, mud, and tree roots. It is an easier trail section and…
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Wanderer is a loop-type trail system off of the main trail as you enter the main trail network. It can be turned onto for a good warm-up section or to lead you to the next…
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Quickening green is an exit trail to leads you back to the main road. It is a trail full of twists and turns with small rocks and a few puddles. This is a great trail…
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If you are looking for just a fun trail, XC- One Green is for you. This uneven, dirt trail takes you through the woods where you will encounter various sizes of small to medium-sized rocks…
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20 Green has a wide variety of terrain including rocky sections, off-camber areas, slight up-and-down slopes, shallow water crossings, and muddy obstacles. Along the way on this uneven, loose gravel trail, you find a wooden…
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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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