Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Yorkville, New York

Expect a nice forest road through rolling hills with a mostly gravel surface. In the winter, this trail is easy to follow, even if nobody has broken the trail. Beware of soft sides, especially after a rain event or snow melt, and always be prepared for fallen trees or branches in the trail.
Learn more about Albert J Woodward Memorial Forest Traverse

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
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West Gate Road is a relatively well-maintained section of the Penn Mountain State Forest access roads. The trail can be muddy in spots and as always with trails in this region watch for fallen trees or limbs blocking the trail. This area is very susceptible to high winds whenever a weather front mov...
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This trail offers a variety of terrain on either side of the trail from meadows to deep pine woods. If you follow this route to the end it does dead end at a closed gate with plenty of space to turn around. There is a large camping area at the start of the trail if you are looking for a secluded spo...
Learn more about Beaver Creek PFAR

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

This trail is a mix of gravel and dirt. The trail is snowmobile only after December 8, but until then, it is open for snowwheeling. However, depending on conditions, the trail reopens from March- December 8th for snowwheeling. Obstacles include possible washouts and downed trees and branches. Multip...
Learn more about South Gate Road

This is a nicely maintained public forest access road that winds through the southern Tughill region. There is plenty of opportunity to view wildlife all year long as long as the snow isn't too deep in the winter. Watch for downed trees and limbs littered along the track after storms. This area is p...
Learn more about Webster Hill PFAR

This is a well-maintained forest access road offering plenty of nice views of the landscape and wildlife. Watch for downed trees and limbs blocking the trail, this area is subject to high winds whenever weather fronts move through. Always carry a saw of some sort to clear your path if needed.
Learn more about Jackson Hill PFAR

This mostly dirt and packed gravel road winds through dense sections of forest while maintaining a wide, open corridor along the trail. The route gently gains and loses elevation as it passes through small meadows and pockets of thicker trees, with wildflowers lining the road in the summer. On the n...
Learn more about Truck Trail 12

This wide, graded dirt and gravel road serves as a main east-to-west artery through the eastern side of the state forest. It passes through several sections of private land and provides access to many smaller truck trails that branch deeper into the forest. The surface is generally smooth with only ...
Learn more about Brown Rd

Expect varying trail conditions from loose rocky uphill climbs and muddy/soupy ruts in certain sections. There is plenty to see as you follow a portion of the Jerseyfield Railroad, including an old locomotive shell as you approach the start of the dirt road. NO ATV or SXS access is permitted on this...
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This easy, packed gravel and dirt road provides access to the Cherry Ridge camping area off the northwest entrance. The route passes through several open meadows filled with ferns, lush vegetation, and frequent wildlife sightings, making it a scenic and relaxing drive. The trail is mostly flat along...
Learn more about Truck Trail 8

This smooth gravel road winds its way through the forest, offering an easy and scenic drive with gentle dips into valleys and small climbs up hilltops. The trail is especially beautiful in the summertime, with ferns and wildflowers lining the route. While the surrounding forest is dense, the road it...
Learn more about Truck Trail 1

This packed gravel road begins through a narrow corridor of pine trees before opening up as it loops through an area with parking and primitive camp spots. The road is very well-maintained with no potholes or washouts, making it smooth and easy to follow. As you continue around the loop, the trail n...
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This packed gravel and dirt road winds through the forest around Lost Pond, offering a smooth and easy drive. The Lost Pond primitive campsite is located along the route, with many additional dispersed camping options throughout the state forest. While the surrounding forest is dense, the trail itse...
Learn more about Truck Trail 5

This easy, packed gravel and dirt road runs through the state forest and connects out to Brown Road. The route passes through a dense, lush forest of pines and ferns, though the trail itself remains wide and open. There is some gentle elevation change as the road winds down into a valley, adding a b...
Learn more about Truck Trail 6

This easy dirt road winds through the forest toward a parking area and trailhead. The surface is mostly smooth with some sections of gravel, and while there are washouts on either side of the road, the main track remains wide, stable, and easy to follow. It’s a straightforward drive through a peacef...
Learn more about Truck Trail 3

This smooth, packed gravel and dirt road begins fairly level through a wider section of the forest, alternating between small open meadows and stretches of denser tree canopy. As one of the longer truck trails in the state forest, it offers a relaxed and scenic drive without many stops or turns. The...
Learn more about Truck Trail 13

This mostly gravel road winds through the forest, passing several open meadows and denser wooded sections while maintaining a wide, open corridor along the trail. The surface is in great condition with very few potholes, making for a smooth and easy drive. The road rolls through small valleys and ov...
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This easy dirt and packed gravel road winds through the forest, offering a smooth and scenic drive. The trail crosses several equestrian paths, so be sure to observe the 25 mph state forest speed limit and drive cautiously. Along the way, you’ll pass Elmer’s Springs primitive site. There are multipl...
Learn more about Truck Trail 7

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
Learn more about Military Road

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

While traversing through this route, riders will encounter a moderate wooded trail through rolling terrain featuring a mix of hard-packed dirt, loose rock, shallow ruts, and scattered root sections. Several narrow trail corridors wind through the forest with tight turns, small hill climbs and descen...
Learn more about Grower Green Trail East - 3

As you traverse this trail, expect a moderately easy route winding through a mix of wooded terrain and open meadow sections. Riders can expect primarily hard-packed dirt with occasional shallow ruts, loose rock, exposed roots, soft grassy sections, slight off-camber descents, and scattered mud holes...
Learn more about Grower Green Trail East - 2

Sandy dirt road connecting from Cold Brook to Norway. It is a seasonal road only open during the summer months. They have recently resurfaced part of the road, making it easier for non-lifted vehicles. The sand can make it slow going epically for motorcycles. There are a few side trails with sand pi...
Learn more about Military Road

Hertz Road entry just off of Buck Hill Road is a narrow entry with 2-car parking. The trail enters Buck Hill State Forest and winds through some great scenery. During spring and fall makes for some wet trails but not overwhelming, with some ruts and standing water 10" deep. Most light SUVs can make ...
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

While traversing through this route, riders will encounter a moderate wooded trail through rolling terrain featuring a mix of hard-packed dirt, loose rock, shallow ruts, and scattered root sections. Several narrow trail corridors wind through the forest with tight turns, small hill climbs and descen...
Learn more about Grower Green Trail East - 3

As you traverse this trail, expect a moderately easy route winding through a mix of wooded terrain and open meadow sections. Riders can expect primarily hard-packed dirt with occasional shallow ruts, loose rock, exposed roots, soft grassy sections, slight off-camber descents, and scattered mud holes...
Learn more about Grower Green Trail East - 2