Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Theresa, New York

Texas Road through Beartown State Forest is designated Seasonal by the New York Department of Conservation and is not maintained between December 1st and April 1st. As such, during the winter and spring, it becomes…
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An offshoot of Texas Road in Beartown State Forest, this is a seasonally maintained NYDEC Trail. During the summer and fall months, enjoy a breathtaking view of the changing leaves, deer, and other joys of…
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Avoid the pavement! This route connects the Lewis County ATV/SXS trail system to the Jefferson County system and is all gravel/dirt. The trail offers many places to stop and take in the sights of the…
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Expect to see varying terrain as you creep through a mix of rocky trail and mud/dirt that traverses a mostly pine forest on the edge of O'Leary's pond. Lots of ruts and the potential for…
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This is an unpaved, 60-inch ATV/SxS part of the St.Lawrence County Multi-Use Trail System, just opened. A county trail permit is required. Open annually from May 15th to September 15th. It's comprised of a combination…
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This out-and-back is a well-maintained seasonal road with some loose rocks on the larger side that get kicked up occasionally from the road surface. This track narrows in sections, so always be aware of the…
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This trail is a gateway to the backcountry of the Adirondack Park. The route has many opportunities for trout fishing and spotting wildlife ranging from bears and moose to turtles nesting in the road and…
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This track follows along the old logging railroad line through the heart of Tughill forest land. Along this route, you will see abundant wildlife, swamps, deep forests, and cold water streams and brooks. The route…
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Expect a very well-maintained seasonal road that is an ATV/SXS highway connecting the southeastern end of the Tughill region's trail system. Expect very dusty conditions if it has not recently rained. A Lewis County permit…
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This is a new off-road trail built through private land parcels to connect Dana Hill and Given Roads. The roads are part of the St.Lawrence County Multi-Use Trail open to ATVs, SxSs, and Dirt Bikes.…
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The trail begins when the pavement ends on Michigan Mills Road. There is a gate here that is closed during mud season, which typically ends in April. Once the snow flies, this entire trail becomes…
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This is an easy scenic drive on a seasonal gravel road through the state forest. Well maintained by the state DEC, with a campsite located on the North Road end. This trail will bring you…
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This is a quick ride through the field. This route will help you avoid the corner on the road. It's mostly flat, so 2WD will be fine. A mix of mud and dirt, this seasonal…
Learn more about Lewis County ATV Trail 2

The northern end of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line takes you to the small town of Glenfield, New York. This scenic route takes you through the countryside alongside the Black River. Stop in for a…
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This two-track goes deep back into the Adirondack wilderness and is mostly dirt with some sections of gravel along the way. Several spur trails are present, and the chances of seeing wildlife you would not…
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This trail is composed of a mostly sandy surface and is narrow. Always be aware of oncoming traffic because it is not wide enough to pass each other. This trail dead-ends at a large parking…
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Expect a mostly sand surface on a narrow road. You will need to be aware of oncoming traffic, as there is not enough room to pass side by side. There are plenty of opportunities for…
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Newly refurbished as of 2025, this conservation easement access road is very well maintained with a new bridge crossing over Fall Brook. Part of the trail is used as a snowmobile trail in the winter,…
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Expect a narrow, county-maintained trail best suited for ATVs and small side-by-sides. It features the largest elevation change in the area, requiring four-wheel drive for a safe and responsible climb. Several bridges cross cascading creeks,…
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A Lewis County Trail permit is required to use this trail. Expect to find varying trail conditions. The track is a mix of dirt, gravel, and rocks in places where washouts can occur during rain…
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St. Lawrence County - Connector ATV Multi-Use Trail from GT's in Russell, NY to Parking Lot/Trailhead in South Colton. It is a mix between a little black top, Season roads, and Gravel Logging roads through…
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This short trail starts directly from the Barrows Performance parking lot and serves as an excellent warm-up for a full day of riding. The trail intersects Dolan Road, leading you through a picturesque maple-lined sunken…
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This stretch of the old Ogdensburg Railroad line has been converted by Lewis County into one of the main arteries of the Tughill region's snowmobile and ATV traffic. Follow this trail from the Burdick's Crossing…
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The trail begins as a wide paved road but quickly turns to a narrow gravel/dirt surface. This is an out-and-back track with a few parking areas for hiking trailheads. This trail ends due to a…
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This is a quick ride through the woods. This route will help you avoid the corner on the road. Expect some small hills, but 2WD will be sufficient. This newer, seasonal trail is a mix…
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This is a minimum maintenance gravel, town road. It can be used as an alternate route for the County Multi-Use Trail. Will avoid Degrass and other areas. It passes through the Silver Hill State Forest…
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This is an out-and-back gravel, minimum maintenance town road for access to Boyd Pond. There is a hand launch area for small, non-motorized boats. Great trout fishing here. The road is easy and the landscape…
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This forest access road is perfect for going for a drive when camping around the Redfield Reservoir. This is a great drive to view some wildlife or take a short hike on the one trail…
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Throughout this trail, you will encounter a mix of sand, gravel, roots, and water holes as you take the outer loop trail around the county forest property. Other side trails exist that cut through the…
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This Lewis County trail winds through historic farmland, including the remnants of an old orchard that hint at the area's past agricultural use. The route follows a two-track trail with a mix of rutted sections…
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