Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Saltaire, New York

This trail is part of Gilgo State Park, located on a barrier beach along the south shore of Long Island. It offers expansive access to the Atlantic Ocean with gorgeous views, a relaxing beach atmosphere, and breathtaking sunsets. With just under two miles of 4WD-accessible shoreline, this trail can ...
Learn more about Gilgo Beach State Park 4x4 Trail

This short, unmaintained dirt road offers a rugged entryway into the 5,000-acre Naugatuck State Forest. Most of the trail is only one vehicle wide and runs directly alongside an active railroad, adding a unique backdrop to the drive. While brief, the route features deep ruts and significant mud pudd...
Learn more about Cold Springs Road

This trail is a straightforward path; however, there are sections that have puddle crossings that range from six to ten inches in size and require some ground clearance. The majority of obstacles are very straightforward and can be overcome with a stock vehicle. This road is located in the southern ...
Learn more about Tower Hill Road to Spruce Ledge Road

In order to access the trail system of the Cockaponset State Forest, Old Country Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel entrance. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the state forest.
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The dirt and gravel Mottland Road to Jericho Road leads directly into the Cockaponset State Forest trail network. Enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest on this road. A 4x4 /AWD is not needed to drive this road in regular conditions.
Learn more about Mottlan - Jericho Road

Serving as an entrance to the Cockaponset State Forest trail system, Filley Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel path. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the forest and offers additional access to more trails in the state forest.
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Gravel road, nothing to changeling, there are some slight elevation changes. There are some spots that are washed out with erosion off the sides of the trails, which may cause issues with heavy rain (potentially). Very scenic access road that would be great for a fall drive, this is also an access...
Learn more about Mitchell - Roosevelt Road

Success Road winds through the Collier Mills Wildlife Management Area. It's a dirt road, about two vehicles wide, that receives occasional maintenance before hunting seasons. The road transitions to sand with some deep patches and potential for water pooling, offering the first view of Success Lake....
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The trailhead for the Two Towers Loop is accessed from Reed Rd. You will see wild animals from the adjacent Six Flags safari park. Once you turn onto the trails you will be on soft Pine Barren sand and dirt. This terrain varies with the seasons-deep in the summer, loose in the fall and firm in sprin...
Learn more about Two Towers Loop

This easy dirt road cuts through Salmon River State Forest, offering a smooth ride with a few rockier sections--nothing a stock 2WD vehicle can't handle with a bit of care. After rainfall, you may encounter some muddy spots and shallow puddles, typically less than 12 inches deep. The road is wide en...
Learn more about Gulf Road

Like many dirt roads in Connecticut, this one winds through the Babcock Pond Wildlife Management Area, offering a fun and scenic ride. Expect a few deep mud holes--nothing a stock 4WD vehicle can't handle with a bit of caution. After rainfall, some mud holes can exceed 12 inches in depth. The road i...
Learn more about Miles Standish Road

This is an easy cruise through Meshomasic State Forest along an unmaintained, mostly dirt road with some gravel sections. While it's passable in almost any vehicle, I recommend something with off-road capability due to frequent bumps, ruts, and the occasional mud hole--especially after a good rain. ...
Learn more about Del Reeves & North Mulford Roads

The route starts off on Eldridge Road, runs the side of Assunpink Lake, and the trail is mostly dirt and gravel with some sand, mostly flat, with nothing challenging. There are plenty of access areas to the lake, end of the trail, it loops back on itself, and exits on Hightstown road.
Learn more about UTT Connector Trail

This trail is a straightforward path; however, there are sections that have puddle crossings that range from six to ten inches in size and require some ground clearance. The majority of obstacles are very straightforward and can be overcome with a stock vehicle. This road is located in the southern ...
Learn more about Tower Hill Road to Spruce Ledge Road

In order to access the trail system of the Cockaponset State Forest, Old Country Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel entrance. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the state forest.
Learn more about Old Country Road

The dirt and gravel Mottland Road to Jericho Road leads directly into the Cockaponset State Forest trail network. Enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest on this road. A 4x4 /AWD is not needed to drive this road in regular conditions.
Learn more about Mottlan - Jericho Road

Serving as an entrance to the Cockaponset State Forest trail system, Filley Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel path. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the forest and offers additional access to more trails in the state forest.
Learn more about Filley Road

This trail is a straightforward path; however, there are sections that have puddle crossings that range from six to ten inches in size and require some ground clearance. The majority of obstacles are very straightforward and can be overcome with a stock vehicle. This road is located in the southern ...
Learn more about Tower Hill Road to Spruce Ledge Road

In order to access the trail system of the Cockaponset State Forest, Old Country Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel entrance. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the state forest.
Learn more about Old Country Road

The dirt and gravel Mottland Road to Jericho Road leads directly into the Cockaponset State Forest trail network. Enjoy a leisurely drive through the forest on this road. A 4x4 /AWD is not needed to drive this road in regular conditions.
Learn more about Mottlan - Jericho Road

Serving as an entrance to the Cockaponset State Forest trail system, Filley Road is a very straightforward dirt and gravel path. The road allows for a smooth cruising experience through the forest and offers additional access to more trails in the state forest.
Learn more about Filley Road