Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Portland, New York

This trail starts as a smooth dirt and gravel road climbing into the forest, with private land on both sides of the beginning section before entering state forest land. Be sure to stay on the main road and respect all posted property boundaries. The route rolls over gentle hills before descending ba...
Learn more about Hungry Hollow Road

This dirt and gravel road is mostly smooth and easy to navigate, winding through a beautiful forest with a heavy tree canopy and plenty of shade. The road can become slick and mushy after heavy rain, so conditions may change quickly when wet. The dense forest and secluded setting make this a great r...
Learn more about Eckert Road

This smooth gravel and dirt road winds beneath a heavy tree canopy, offering an easy and scenic drive through the forest. There are some mild bumps along the way, but the road is in great shape and remains very easy to navigate. The route provides access to a really unique hiking area with large roc...
Learn more about Little Rock City Forest Road

This gravel road travels through state forest land and becomes bumpy fairly quickly, with a rougher surface than Little Rock City Forest Road. Expect some ruts and uneven terrain that can make for a rough ride, although there are no significant technical obstacles. As with many seasonal roads in thi...
Learn more about Salamanca Forest Road

This packed gravel road cuts deeper into the heart of McCarthy State Forest and offers a smooth, peaceful drive through the woods. The road is in excellent condition and noticeably smoother than Mutton Hollow Road, which provides access to this route. Along the way, the forest opens up in places to ...
Learn more about CCC Forest Road

FS 85337 is a dirt-packed surface road. Portions are rutted due to rain washout. Accessibility: Like many forest roads, its condition can vary, and it is best to check the Allegheny National Forest Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for the latest information on its status. Conditions are also subject to ...
Learn more about FS 85337

This smooth dirt-and-gravel road provides access to the McCarty State Forest trailhead and several hiking trailheads along the way. The route follows alongside a ravine, with nice views of the surrounding hills and open sky to the right. The surface remains smooth for most of the drive, with only a ...
Learn more about McCarty Hill East Forest Road

Grunder Run (FS 245) has a rutted dirt surface from rainfall runoff. It is a fun road. At the end is a closed gate, so this is one way. Accessibility: Like many forest roads, its condition can vary, and it is best to check the Allegheny National Forest Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for the latest inf...
Learn more about Grunder Run - FS 245

This hard-packed gravel road provides an easy and scenic drive into the forest, with a few rocky and bumpy sections along the way. As you continue, you’ll encounter some larger potholes and dips, so take your time through these areas. A small offshoot climb on the left leads to a nice level campsite...
Learn more about Mutton Hollow Road

Grunder Ridge (FS 362) starts out on a gravel surface and turns to packed dirt. There are some soft spots and medium-sized potholes. Along Grunder Ridge, there are some scenic views and mountain streams that make for a nice drive. There are also some grassy areas to park and put up your RTT for the ...
Learn more about Grunder Ridge - FS 362

Elk Horn Run (FS 155) starts out at a paved parking lot with Restrooms available. The surface is packed dirt with some potholes. It is a very nice drive that takes you through some fir forests. This road is open year-round to highway-legal vehicles. Accessibility: Like many forest roads, its conditi...
Learn more about Elk Horn Run - FS 155

This gravel and dirt forest road is a little bumpy as it climbs and descends through the hills, offering a fun and scenic drive through a mix of dense woods and open areas with views of the surrounding hills. The route provides access to additional hiking and equestrian trails, and wildlife is commo...
Learn more about Bay State Road

This trail starts as an easy gravel track before climbing a bumpy hill into McCarty State Forest. The climb is moderately steep with loose gravel that can become slick after rain, so traction may be reduced in wet conditions. At the top, the road continues toward beautiful views of the surrounding h...
Learn more about Eagle Forest Road

This gravel road starts with a steady descent that includes some ruts and washouts, making for a slightly rough ride. The surface could become slick after rain, so use caution in wet conditions. After the initial bumpy descent, the road smooths out into an easy gravel forest road surrounded by dense...
Learn more about France Brook Road

Warrpen (FS 156) is a nice scenic road with mountain streams and fir trees. It starts off under the railroad with a stream built into the side of the road, which is the Morrison Run watershed. Along this road, you can find the Warren Archery Club. This road is open year-round to highway-legal vehicl...
Learn more about Warrpen - FS 156

This dirt and gravel track heads into the forest with a few rutted potholes that make for a slightly bumpy ride, but there are no technical obstacles. When dry, the road is very easy to navigate, but heavy rain can quickly make it slick and rutted. There are some beautiful views of the surrounding h...
Learn more about Stone Tower Road

Hook Run Road - FSR 160 is a wide dirt road that is easy to navigate. Hook Run leads into Allegheny National Forest south of Warren, Pennsylvania. There are nice mountain vistas with breathtaking views. At the end of Hook Run is the Seneca Pump Storage for Kinzua Reservoir and the back entry to Jake...
Learn more about Hook Run Road - FSR 160

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 to be a designated boat launch site with amenities, but rather a forest road providing some type of water ...
Learn more about CDW Run Road

FS 675 is a nice short drive that has scenic views at the end of it. You could even park your vehicle and pitch the RTT for the night. The surface is packed dirt with an occasional pothole. There might be some downed trees, but nothing too big to handle. Along this route, you will find a very old sk...
Learn more about FS 675

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 open for hunting at that time. It does not appear to be a designated boat launch site with ameniti...
Learn more about Boatroad Run - FSR 252

A crossroad trail located in Grimsby, Ontario, sandwiched between Mud Street and Ridge Road, the trail consists of a thick clay-covered pathway littered with large ruts and mud. It can be very sticky and difficult to navigate in wet conditions as the main hazard of this trail is the large 5-foot dee...
Learn more about Hysert Crossroad

I trail is the direct way from the campground entrance road to the trail head. Being a one-way trail, this is the one that leads in that direction. It is an easy trail but does have some fun sections like hills and plenty of turns, and you go down the mountain.
Learn more about I Green I1-I9

The area marked for this has one way in and out from the campground area. This is a nice easier section to ride that can be a great start to the day to get warmed up and prepared. The other thing is to have an area that is safe to ride.
Learn more about G3 Pee Wee Area

This is an easier trail that works from the campground over to H or the I sections. There are plenty of turns and twists while traversing the woods. This is a nice connection from the campground over to the parking lot or office area. The directional path may loop you around, so be careful of your d...
Learn more about G Green G-G10

A crossroad trail located in Grimsby, Ontario, sandwiched between Mud Street and Ridge Road, the trail consists of a thick clay-covered pathway littered with large ruts and mud. It can be very sticky and difficult to navigate in wet conditions as the main hazard of this trail is the large 5-foot dee...
Learn more about Hysert Crossroad

I trail is the direct way from the campground entrance road to the trail head. Being a one-way trail, this is the one that leads in that direction. It is an easy trail but does have some fun sections like hills and plenty of turns, and you go down the mountain.
Learn more about I Green I1-I9

The area marked for this has one way in and out from the campground area. This is a nice easier section to ride that can be a great start to the day to get warmed up and prepared. The other thing is to have an area that is safe to ride.
Learn more about G3 Pee Wee Area

This is an easier trail that works from the campground over to H or the I sections. There are plenty of turns and twists while traversing the woods. This is a nice connection from the campground over to the parking lot or office area. The directional path may loop you around, so be careful of your d...
Learn more about G Green G-G10