Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near South Shore, Kentucky

This is an easy, well-maintained gravel road that meanders through the Shawnee State Forest. You will enjoy lush vegetation and bubbling creeks, with a meadow thrown in for good measure. Please do not venture off of the marked Forest Service roads. There are no OHV trails available in the State Fore...
Learn more about State Forest Road 14

This route is a well-maintained gravel road that meanders through the Shawnee State Forest. It is an easy-going route with some excellent views and relaxing overlooks. Please do not venture off of the marked Forest Service roads in the State Forest land. There are no OHV trails.
Learn more about Forest Road 6

This trail is a short loop with a spur that connects the Wolcott Trailhead with the rest of the main trail system. Coming from the trailhead, the north side offers a steep rocky ascent, and the south leg takes you across the bottoms to the Walcott Trail Connector, which in turn takes you to the Bear...
Learn more about Wolcott Loop

A well-maintained gravel road that leads to some beautiful views of the Shawnee State Forest, the trail passes through some lush forest. However, do not venture off of the road; it is illegal. You must stay on the marked forest roads. Remember to Tread Lightly and leave it better than you found it.
Learn more about Forest Road 16

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Hanging Rock OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. The Lake View Trail twists its wa...
Learn more about Lake View Trail

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Superior OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. As the name suggests, the trail conne...
Learn more about Superior Connector

The Pine Cut off is just what its name says. If you need to get back to the trail head or latrine in a hurry from the Power Line Trail, this trail will get you there. This trail is wide and easy. It does come in handy if you need to get back to the parking lot quickly. Also can be used to re-ride yo...
Learn more about Pine Cutoff

This State Forest road is a well-maintained Forest Service road inside Shawnee State Forest. It is easily doable in a 2WD vehicle, however, there are a few steep climbs and tight switchbacks to be wary of. This is a lovely trail to drive and enjoy the beauty that Mother Nature provides. It also conn...
Learn more about State Forest Road 2

Gas Well Loop (FS 20) is a solid pick for intermediate riders looking to explore southeastern Ohio's Wayne National Forest on an ATV or dirtbike. The loop starts at the Hanging Rock Trailhead and winds southeast through mixed hardwood forest, offering a mix of terrain that keeps things interesting w...
Learn more about Gas Well Loop

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Hanging Rock OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. This short trail cuts off the eas...
Learn more about Saw Mill Trail

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Hanging Rock OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. The Hanging Rock Trail is the pri...
Learn more about Hanging Rock Trail

This trail follows an easy gravel road on the outskirts of Shawnee State Forest. Small boulders appear along the route but present no significant obstacles. It is a relaxing drive through the Appalachian Plateau of southern Ohio and offers a peaceful way to enjoy the surrounding forest and scenery.
Learn more about Real Ridge Road

The trail is a nice mix of dirt and gravel with a couple of creek crossings. It is easily doable in a 4x4 vehicle, although some AWD vehicles may have issues with the two water crossings along the route. If you enjoy getting out, taking in your surroundings, and listening to a running creek, then th...
Learn more about Beech Fork Road

The trail starts easy, however, once you cross over Blue Creek Road, the trail climbs up a hill and can be slick during and or after some rain. Once on the top, it levels out for a bit until you come to some mud holes. These are about 2 feet deep but have solid bottoms. Continue on the trail until y...
Learn more about Sunshine Ridge Road

This is an easy scenic trail that passes through a meadow on the outskirts of the Shawnee State Forest. This trail is easily passable by any high-clearance vehicle; there are few ruts/obstacles to get through or around. It is just a mellow, slow-paced trail to enjoy nature.
Learn more about Mouth Hollow Road

A mixture of mud and off-camber areas with some steep rocky climbs, this trail will test the typical factory-built rig. It starts near an old hunting cabin and continues into the forest past an old cemetery. It is a great trail, however, about halfway down, it is blocked due to tornado damage. There...
Learn more about Morrell Hollow

This is a nice gravel road with great views and a large tree canopy once you get into the trail a little ways. It's a very easy trail, doable with most 4WD vehicles. You can stop for a picnic along the trail and enjoy a great view of Mother Nature. You must have a licensed vehicle for this trail.
Learn more about Hamm Road

A very nice ride out to McKee Cemetery, this trail is very easy, and any 4WD vehicle should be able to handle the route. The trail will allow you to enjoy the beautiful Appalachian Plateau of southern Ohio. This is a township road, so you will need a licensed vehicle.
Learn more about Abner Run Road

This is an easy scenic trail that can be done with a 4WD vehicle. You can expect some ruts and a couple of steep grades. The trail meanders through the Appalachian plateau. It is very lush and green in the spring and summer. In the fall, you can take in all of the beautiful fall colors of southern O...
Learn more about Blacks Run Road

Trail 1 will start at the Straight Fork Parking area and ends in "Deep Hole Hollow." This Trail is well maintained and once on the ridge top, it is smooth and easy riding. Be sure to make the hard right at the 201 Trail intersection if you wish to continue on Trail 1. The Trail offers towering views...
Learn more about Trail 1 - Tower Ride

This trail is a short loop with a spur that connects the Wolcott Trailhead with the rest of the main trail system. Coming from the trailhead, the north side offers a steep rocky ascent, and the south leg takes you across the bottoms to the Walcott Trail Connector, which in turn takes you to the Bear...
Learn more about Wolcott Loop

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Hanging Rock OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. The Lake View Trail twists its wa...
Learn more about Lake View Trail

Welcome to the Wayne National Forest Superior OHV Trail System. Wayne National Forest OHV trails require a trail pass that can be purchased from Forest headquarters or local vendors. All trails are limited to a width of 50 inches or less. All trails are two-way. As the name suggests, the trail conne...
Learn more about Superior Connector

The Pine Cut off is just what its name says. If you need to get back to the trail head or latrine in a hurry from the Power Line Trail, this trail will get you there. This trail is wide and easy. It does come in handy if you need to get back to the parking lot quickly. Also can be used to re-ride yo...
Learn more about Pine Cutoff

The trail starts easy, however, once you cross over Blue Creek Road, the trail climbs up a hill and can be slick during and or after some rain. Once on the top, it levels out for a bit until you come to some mud holes. These are about 2 feet deep but have solid bottoms. Continue on the trail until y...
Learn more about Sunshine Ridge Road

This is an easy scenic trail that passes through a meadow on the outskirts of the Shawnee State Forest. This trail is easily passable by any high-clearance vehicle; there are few ruts/obstacles to get through or around. It is just a mellow, slow-paced trail to enjoy nature.
Learn more about Mouth Hollow Road

A mixture of mud and off-camber areas with some steep rocky climbs, this trail will test the typical factory-built rig. It starts near an old hunting cabin and continues into the forest past an old cemetery. It is a great trail, however, about halfway down, it is blocked due to tornado damage. There...
Learn more about Morrell Hollow

Trail 1 will start at the Straight Fork Parking area and ends in "Deep Hole Hollow." This Trail is well maintained and once on the ridge top, it is smooth and easy riding. Be sure to make the hard right at the 201 Trail intersection if you wish to continue on Trail 1. The Trail offers towering views...
Learn more about Trail 1 - Tower Ride