Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Port Allegany, Pennsylvania

Ridge road can be taken from either end, if entering from the RT120 side you will encounter a steep climb up about 1250 feet as the gravel road takes you to the top of the…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. This trail runs north/south through a…
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This is a 3-mile out and back trail consisting of light gravel, dirt, and some two-track sections across small elevation changes, water spots, and sweeping turns. This small trail offers some fun spots as it…
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Belle Draft Road is an easy gravel trail in Elk State Forest. Equestrian camps, two of them, and horseback trails are a major attraction on this trail, so be on the lookout for horses and…
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This scenic and quiet gravel trail winds along the stream at Dents Run in Elk State Forest. Yes, seeing elk here is not out of the question, along with other wildlife like deer and wild…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. This trail runs along the northern…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. This trail runs north/south through the…
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A long, scenic, and varied forest road through parts of Elk, Susquehannock, and Sproul State Forests. At almost 19 miles, it has a bit of everything, including some nice dispersed motorized camp sites (reservation required),…
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This scenic and quiet trail winds along the stream at Dents Run. There are lots of pullouts for parking to fish the stocked stream or simply enjoy nature and the sound of the stream. There…
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This is an easy gravel trail that winds through the heart of the Allegheny National Forest. The trail is full of tight switchbacks as you wind your way up and over the rolling hills. You…
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Thompson Hollow Road is a well-maintained gravel and dirt forest service road located in Susquehannock State Forest in Coudersport, Pennsylvania. The forest trail is well marked at both entrances. It is wide enough for two…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. The trail is southwest of Cherry…
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This trail leads to The Bucktail Overlook (aka Top of the World Vista) near Driftwood, Pennsylvania. This beautiful vista has almost 360-degree panoramic views of the mountain tops within the PA Wilds. The two-mile trek…
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Table Falls is one of the prettiest roadside attractions in the Quehanna Wilds Area. The Table Falls Loop takes you through some great scenery on this 20-mile ride. It follows Red Run through the woods…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. The trail is southeast of Cherry…
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CDW Run Road in the Allegheny National Forest is located in Warren County. It provides access for vehicles, though a 2017 document notes it was open for hunting at that time. It does not appear…
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Plumbottom State Forest totals 1,666 acres. The main road is a fun, slow drive with scenic views. The road is rocky and has some ruts due to rain runoff. At the end, there is a…
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This is a winding switchback trail that climbs from the Allegheny Reservoir near the Redbridge Campground to the Blacksnake Run trail. Like most trails in this area, you will travel past many oil wells and…
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A scenic forest road that drops from the ridge that Montour Road follows down to 856 feet above sea level at Kettle Creek State Park near the upper campground and the south end of the…
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This is classified as an "improved dirt road" in Susquehannock State Forest, so expect primarily gravel and packed dirt that, in ideal conditions, will be passable by all vehicles. The trail is southwest of Cherry…
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Plumbottom State Forest totals 1,666 acres. The main road is a fun, slow drive with scenic views. The road is rocky and has some ruts due to rain runoff. At the end is a turnaround…
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Forest Service Road (FSR) 252 in the Allegheny National Forest is identified as the "Boat Road Run" and is located in Warren County. It provides access for vehicles, though a 2017 document notes it was…
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Dark Hollow Trail follows a small stream and a 1420 foot elevation change along this 12-mile ride. This trail is a picturesque ride from the Quehanna highway to Sinnemahoning through the PA Wilds. Any vehicle…
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There's no better place for foliage! This is an easy gravel route to take through some beautifully dynamic forest. There's a massive variety in the species of trees and colors. To top it all off,…
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Vandermark State Forest totals 2,384 acres. The main road is wide and easily traveled. This area is very wooded and has a few camping spots. At the end is a large area/turnaround that can fit…
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This is a great trail that will take you into the woods. Once you enter the trail, you will find some clay-type dirt that will lead you into the woods. In the wood, you will…
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This is a great trail through the back corner of the park. This will lead you through the woods that are surrounded by pine trees. This is a great section of the trail for all-sized…
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This section of trail is wide open along a field. It runs along a camping area so you will need to keep the speed down to help keep the dust down. This trail is great…
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This is a farm road that will take you to one of the tent camping areas and the generator camping lot. This road will also take you to the Bounty Hole, the Drag Track, and…
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A lengthy unpaved route, Caledonia Pike runs east-to-west through the Pennsylvania Wilds south of the roughly parallel Quehanna Highway to the north. It connects the town of Caledonia to the town of Karthaus. It is…
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