Dirt Bike Trails
Near Hunter, Ohio

Turkey Run Road is a leisurely gravel road that provides beautiful views of Pee Pee Creek and the Hawe Fork of Pee Pee Creek. (Yes, that is the actual name of the creek.) The road turns and puts you into mature forest along Turkey Run. The road is generally single-lane wide. Excellent route for gett...
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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

First and foremost, I recommend downloading offline maps prior to any excursion however especially for this area. There is no cell service for about 5 miles out in any direction near this assortment of trails. Overall its a fairly easy trail, some narrow parts that will give you some pin-striping an...
Learn more about Potter's Hollow

This is an offroad paradise for people who want to enjoy nature but don't have built rigs. The trail will give you off-camber ruts through mudholes as well as rocky hill climbs with great views of the outskirts of the Shawnee State Forest. Do not attempt this in a 2WD vehicle or a truck that does no...
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Scioto Trail State Park North Ridge Road is a single-lane gravel road that takes the high north ridge through the park. There are several sidings and pull-offs to let other traffic by. This road offers incredible views of the southern Ohio hills. There are several turnouts that offer a nice place to...
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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...
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ODNR #4 Road is a high ridge road that goes through the southernmost portion of Scioto Trail State Forest. The road provides exceptional views of the surrounding hills. There are some road is gravel and generally single lane width. There are a few blind switchbacks, and the road can be muddy and sli...
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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.
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In Scioto Trail State Park, South Ridge Road snakes its way along the high south ridge of the park. The road is gravel and generally single-lane. There are multiple sidings and turnouts to let vehicles pass or just stop and enjoy the scenery. The road is not maintained in the winter months. The road...
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This route is for anyone that wants to rip a rally-like road, and experience the great scenery and wildlife Ohio can offer! This gravel route is very loose and has a few washouts. It also has two hairpin turns that may require some two-point turns for big or full-sized rigs. This trail is accessible...
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This is a rocky and technical Trail. The lower entrance is Close to Briery Creek. The Top entrance is connected to Green Trail 5. Trail 85 offers a challenge without a lot of risk, Slick Rocks and washouts are the obstacles you will encounter along the way. Only one steep hill climb out of the valle...
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Trail 88 offers a slight challenge with a couple of tight turns and steep climbs. The lower entrance to Trail 88 begins close the Briery Creek. At this entrance, you find a large open area which in previous years was a hunting campsite. Do not enter any structures on site.
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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...
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The trail starts near 1806 Adventures Parking Area off Straight Fork Road. The trail begins with a short but fairly steep climb to the ridge line. The trail surface consists of mainly hard pack with some loose rock, great views of the surrounding land from the top of the RidgesEnds with the Connecti...
Learn more about Trail 201 - Straight Fork Long Loop

Trail 34 is otherwise known as Old Tar Fork Road. This was a log truck route at one time. This route will take you to the hill named "Larry's Lip" which will connect you back to the Briery Creek Road Area. Close to Trail 88 and the Briery Creek Mudholes.
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This Route is the "wetter" alternative ride to and from the abandoned tower. You will find that most of this trail consists of low-lying ground. The trail consists of solid ground for the most part and a few slightly technical sections. This is the cool (Temperature) ride during the hotter summer mo...
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Start or end at the Abandon Communication Tower. The trail follows ridge tops the entire trail. There are tight sections, but they are passable in full-size vehicles. The trail stays dry 90% of the year and is suitable for all ages. The trail has some spur ridge lines off it for future trail expansi...
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Trail 202 is a spur off of Trail 201. The trail follows a ridge line and then gradually drops to a bottom. Traveling the bottom you may encounter a few wetter spots during the spring and winter months. A short climb out of the bottom brings you to an intersecting trail that continues straight throug...
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Lyra Trail is a solid pick for ATV and dirtbike riders looking for a moderate challenge deep in the Ironton Ranger District of Wayne National Forest. Twisting through southeastern Ohio’s wooded hills, this narrow forest route delivers a mix of rutted dirt, rocky patches, and the occasional muddy was...
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Telegraph Trail (FS 15) is a solid choice for ATV and dirtbike riders looking for a moderately challenging OHV trail in southeastern Ohio. Winding through the Ironton Ranger District of Wayne National Forest, this route delivers classic Appalachian terrain with just enough technical features to keep...
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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

First and foremost, I recommend downloading offline maps prior to any excursion however especially for this area. There is no cell service for about 5 miles out in any direction near this assortment of trails. Overall its a fairly easy trail, some narrow parts that will give you some pin-striping an...
Learn more about Potter's Hollow

This is an offroad paradise for people who want to enjoy nature but don't have built rigs. The trail will give you off-camber ruts through mudholes as well as rocky hill climbs with great views of the outskirts of the Shawnee State Forest. Do not attempt this in a 2WD vehicle or a truck that does no...
Learn more about Tobe Lewis 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

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

First and foremost, I recommend downloading offline maps prior to any excursion however especially for this area. There is no cell service for about 5 miles out in any direction near this assortment of trails. Overall its a fairly easy trail, some narrow parts that will give you some pin-striping an...
Learn more about Potter's Hollow

This is an offroad paradise for people who want to enjoy nature but don't have built rigs. The trail will give you off-camber ruts through mudholes as well as rocky hill climbs with great views of the outskirts of the Shawnee State Forest. Do not attempt this in a 2WD vehicle or a truck that does no...
Learn more about Tobe Lewis 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