Off-Road Trails
Near Hartwick, New York

This dirt State Forest road runs mostly under thick tree cover, offering a shaded and peaceful drive through the forest. Along the way, you’ll pass several open meadows, and in the summertime the road is lined with wildflowers. The surface is generally smooth with a few potholes and very small washo...
Learn more about Truck Trail 9 - Kelley Road

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 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

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

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

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...
Learn more about Truck Trail 2

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 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 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...
Learn more about Truck Trail 14

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 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 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 well-marked dirt road winds through the state forest, offering a very easy and scenic drive. The trail rolls gently in and out of small valleys and climbs a few mild hills as it weaves through dense forest with thick surrounding vegetation. Numerous equestrian trails cross this route, so be sur...
Learn more about Truck Trail 4

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 gravel road runs north to south out of the state forest and features a wide corridor with open vegetation along the trail. It’s clear the road is not regularly maintained, with large washouts scattered throughout that can put you into off-camber positions. The route passes through a few section...
Learn more about Collins Rd

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

Follow this trail through the Beaver Meadow state forest, where you will find a variety of terrain. I suggest approaching it from the north side, where you will drive over rolling hills and down to a fairly substantial pond, which is privately owned. Once you get behind that pond, you will enter a w...
Learn more about Beaver Meadow PFAR

This easily navigable road has numerous wide sections that allow for pulling over to pass oncoming traffic. Along the route, you'll find access to several hiking trailheads and a designated parking area. Notably, an old cemetery is located near the beginning of the road, adding a touch of local hist...
Learn more about Morey Road

This is a loose gravel road with no technical obstacles, making it easily drivable under most conditions. A few moderate-sized puddles may form after rainfall, often muddy but generally manageable. There are ample pull-off areas throughout, and some sections are wide enough to accommodate two vehicl...
Learn more about Burnt Hill Road

This trail goes through Burnt-Rossman State Forest. It is a mostly maintained dirt road with occasional mud holes or deep ruts in sections. Deep water can accumulate in the ruts in the spring. There is a great primitive camping area Arthur Hopkins campsite on a small pond just off the road.
Learn more about Burnt- Rossman Hill Road

This trail goes through Burnt-Rossman State Forest. It is a mostly maintained dirt road with occasional mud holes or deep ruts in sections. Deep water can accumulate in the ruts in the spring. There is a great primitive camping area Arthur Hopkins campsite on a small pond just off the road.
Learn more about Burnt- Rossman Hill Road

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

This route consists of seasonal gravel roads that are generally well-maintained in the summer. During the winter the roads are used for snowmobile trails. The roads lead to several side routes that are two-tracks, most are out-and-back routes and will add adventure to the ride. The main road is easi...
Learn more about Linklaen State Forest

This is a seasonal gravel road that winds through the eastern section of Taylor Valley State Forest. The road starts with well-maintained gravel and transitions into a narrower two-track as it pushes deeper into the forest. Cross Island Road provides a scenic drive through mixed hardwoods and conife...
Learn more about Cross Island Road

This trail goes through Burnt-Rossman State Forest. It is a mostly maintained dirt road with occasional mud holes or deep ruts in sections. Deep water can accumulate in the ruts in the spring. There is a great primitive camping area Arthur Hopkins campsite on a small pond just off the road.
Learn more about Burnt- Rossman Hill Road

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

This route consists of seasonal gravel roads that are generally well-maintained in the summer. During the winter the roads are used for snowmobile trails. The roads lead to several side routes that are two-tracks, most are out-and-back routes and will add adventure to the ride. The main road is easi...
Learn more about Linklaen State Forest

This is a seasonal gravel road that winds through the eastern section of Taylor Valley State Forest. The road starts with well-maintained gravel and transitions into a narrower two-track as it pushes deeper into the forest. Cross Island Road provides a scenic drive through mixed hardwoods and conife...
Learn more about Cross Island Road