Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Southport, New York

This is a seasonal road connecting Miller Road and County Route 42 in the town of Hornby. The track passes farmland and hardwood forest. Caution should be exercised when driving from west to east, as there is a landowner driveway that can be confused with the main track. Stay to the left. Washouts a...
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This is a short and rocky seasonal road connecting Borden Hollow Road to West Hill Road in the town of Hornby. Often after heavy rain, washouts, loose rocks, and downed trees can be expected. Minimal maintenance is provided by the local township. There are homes present on the west end of the track,...
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Two and a half mile seasonal road through private forest land, along a creek, and past old farm land. Can be muddy and washed out after storms. Connects from County rt. 41 to Rogers Road in the town of Hornby. Caution should be exercised at both ends of the road, as there are homes present.
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Swan Hill Road is a seasonal road entering the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. It is closed during winter to wheeled vehicles and starts at the Horseheads Snowmobile Clubhouse. Offering multiple hiking paths and small turnoffs, the road has a few mild hill climbs heading in and tends to b...
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If the gate is open, Duran Road is a quiet and peaceful dead-end trail that ends at the forest property line with a gate. Stay on the trail as there is private property most of the way on the southern side of the road. There is a small turnaround area at the end near the gate. About halfway through,...
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Starting from Dry Run Road, Harrison Road connects with Monterey Road. It has a solid stone base so any puddles you encounter will not be filled with mud. There are lots of opportunities for splashing as well as a long hill climb with mild washouts. The path overlooks Dry Run Creek so the views are ...
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This is a limited-access dead-end road with a campfire at the end. You can access a shallow water crossing even during dry months. There is personal property at the road edge so please make sure to stay on the trail. The last section after personal property ends is marked with handicap access signs.
Learn more about Wildcat Hollow Limited Access

Bull Hill Road provides all-year access to the northern section of Newfield State Forest. It is a seasonal road that has mild hill climbs and beautiful woods views. Newfield has several primitive camping sites available. This is a beginner-friendly road.
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Todd Road is the western road running north and south from Connecticut Hill to Swan Hill Roads. This seasonal road is closed in winter for snowmobiles. It offers several hill climbs with loose soil surfaces to slick mud in some areas. There are several hiking trails along it. A spur road called Sch...
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Connecticut Hill Road is a seasonal road accessing the southern part of the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. Entering from Rt 13, it offers a sustained hill climb with some loose sections where 2WD vehicles may lose traction. This road provides access to several seasonal homes. Depending ...
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This road is a seasonal road that is not maintained during the Winter months. A natural gas line intersects with the road at its midpoint. The road offers great views or the surrounding hills and farms. This road would be a great addition to anyone looking to see the fall colors.
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Cabin Road connects Carter Creek Road and Connecticut Hill Road within the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. Entering from the bottom offers a nice hill climb with views of open fields and recently forested areas. There may be some mild washouts and wet areas along the way. Entering from th...
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Maple Lane is an approachable 2.4-mile seasonal dirt road through Sugar Hill State Forest that offers scenic forest access and connects riders to local recreation, making it ideal for beginners, stock high-clearance vehicles, and dual-sport enthusiasts. This unpaved passage runs north to south betwe...
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Hulford Road connects Carter Creek Road to Boylan Road. It offers a few nice hill climbs with mildly loose surfaces and lots of small washouts allowing some articulation. You can see previously forested areas and open fields with multiple hiking paths crossing this road. In either direction, the roa...
Learn more about Hulford Road

This is an easy dirt road that will become rutted and muddy come spring. This section has access to primitive camping and multiple hiking trails including the Finger Lakes Trail, A-Trail, and Mohawk Trail. Mohawk trail activities include hiking, horseback, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and cross-co...
Learn more about Templar Falls - Sugar Hill Road

Carter Creek Road provides eastern access to the Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. It used to run south along the creek meeting Route 13. The bridge crossing 1 mile north of Route 13 is closed to vehicles. If entering from the north, turn at Cabin or Hulford Roads for continued access to Co...
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This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often, after heavy rain, the trail can be washed out and be more difficult as water will expose lay...
Learn more about Space Road

This is an easy-season road that provides access to primitive camping spots on the trail. This road dead ends. In addition to primitive camping, there is a lean-to not far off the trail, as well as access to the Finger Lakes trail. The trail is gated at the bottom as it abuts private land. The trail...
Learn more about Dennis Road

This seasonal road does not see much maintenance and is worth the drive. On the west end, the entrance is not marked with a road sign, but there are some great views of the surrounding hills and farms.
Learn more about Morris Road

This is an easy seasonal road that becomes more technical in winter and spring. It features beautiful vistas looking down into the valley. Nearby attractions include Mud Creek Bison Ranch and camping nearby at Sanford Lake. In summer, this road is passable by 2WD vehicles with little issue. Come win...
Learn more about Mills and Platt Hill Road

This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often, after heavy rain, the trail can be washed out and be more difficult as water will expose lay...
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10 Speed is a short trail connecting the Hills Creek Lake area to the Ives Run Lake area. It is mostly comprised of dirt, which is exceptionally muddy during snow melt or rain. The trail follows along Crooked Creek and contains multiple stops to observe the various nature and wildlife preserves main...
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The southern half of Van Amburg Road is seasonal, which can become impassible by passenger vehicles in winter due to snow drifts. This road offers Finger Lakes Trail Access along with Primitive Camping featuring a Lean-To and Outhouse. At the intersection of Van Amburg and North Urbana is Birdseye H...
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This trail will take you in and out of the woods. This trail has some uphill and downhill sections along with some open flat sections along the fields. You will have the option of taking the green trail as you come down one of the hills in the woods. This will allow you to bypass a long uphill climb...
Learn more about C and D Trail

This is an easy dirt road that will become rutted and muddy come spring. This section has access to primitive camping and multiple hiking trails including the Finger Lakes Trail, A-Trail, and Mohawk Trail. Mohawk trail activities include hiking, horseback, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and cross-co...
Learn more about Templar Falls - Sugar Hill Road

This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often, after heavy rain, the trail can be washed out and be more difficult as water will expose lay...
Learn more about Space Road

10 Speed is a short trail connecting the Hills Creek Lake area to the Ives Run Lake area. It is mostly comprised of dirt, which is exceptionally muddy during snow melt or rain. The trail follows along Crooked Creek and contains multiple stops to observe the various nature and wildlife preserves main...
Learn more about 10 Speed

The southern half of Van Amburg Road is seasonal, which can become impassible by passenger vehicles in winter due to snow drifts. This road offers Finger Lakes Trail Access along with Primitive Camping featuring a Lean-To and Outhouse. At the intersection of Van Amburg and North Urbana is Birdseye H...
Learn more about Van Amburg Road