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 spots. There was a detour on this trail that does place you back onto the correct path rather...
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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 a up-and-back trail that runs to a no-exit. It is surrounded by big timber and pine trees, with plenty of wild...
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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 and out leading to the main highway from the mountain. There are two rather large ponds and fishing is allowed, w...
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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 plenty of parking spaces and turnarounds. The trail is surrounded by big timber oak trees and tall pines, and p...
Learn more about Old Berwick Turnpike

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 pines and big timber. There is plenty of wildlife surrounding this trail. Plenty of par...
Learn more about Hottenstein Road

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 spaces and turnarounds. There are big timber woods with some tall pines. The trail is...
Learn more about Masonite Road

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, graded gravel trail. Surrounded by big timber and tall pines, with plenty of wildlife surrounding this ...
Learn more about Flynn Road

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 on this trail, but it remained accessible to full-size vehicles. The trail is surrounded by big timber and pin...
Learn more about Camp Hill Road

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. There are also several pull-offs and forest areas to see. The road is very well-maintained with few to...
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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 the trail grows increasingly washed out every year. Downed trees may also be encountered. The lower sec...
Learn more about Montage Road

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, drink, etc. You will encounter beautiful scenery along the way and see some reforestation. There are several switchbac...
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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 potholes but is generally well maintained with areas to pass and pull-offs along the way.
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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. The trail passes below Montage Ski Resort and a lake before dead-ending at State Forest Boundary. The u...
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Cooper Road is primarily a graded dirt and gravel road. Cooper Road 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. There are numerous spots to stop along this road and enjoy the f...
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Balish Road is a winding, unmaintained 2.15-mile dirt route in Pennsylvania's Wyoming Valley that serves as an excellent gateway for street-licensed offroaders to explore the Montage Tract. The road begins near State Route 307, climbing from an elevation of 1,537 feet to a peak of 1,860 feet, and wi...
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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 will see forest scenery with access to trailheads and several more parking areas. The route appears to be...
Learn more about Cold Run Road

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 the road is generally 1.5 vehicles wide. Use caution as you near Worlds End State Park, as other d...
Learn more about Mineral Spring Road

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 to travel in summer and includes several pull-offs for wildlife viewing. Hunters Lake, manage...
Learn more about Brunnerdale Road

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 bridge that is able to be crossed. Please follow the signs, be safe, and slo...
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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 side with a wide open flat spot and small loose rock trail sections.
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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 bridge that is able to be crossed. Please follow the signs, be safe, and slo...
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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 side with a wide open flat spot and small loose rock trail sections.
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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 for any skill level to take. Use this to add time to your trail route or to wind down your day.
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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 trail area. Trails weave through different trees and scrub brush working through the boneyard.
Learn more about Wanderer Green

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 bridge that is able to be crossed. Please follow the signs, be safe, and slo...
Learn more about 20 Green - A

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 side with a wide open flat spot and small loose rock trail sections.
Learn more about Practice Area

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 for any skill level to take. Use this to add time to your trail route or to wind down your day.
Learn more about Quickening Green

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 trail area. Trails weave through different trees and scrub brush working through the boneyard.
Learn more about Wanderer Green