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Learn more about Bear Pond Trail
Bear Pond Trail

Bear Pond Trail

This short offshoot provides a slightly technical two-track trail with protruding rocks, good-sized dips, and low spots that hold water and soft mud. It's easily passable in the summer for any pickup/SUV with good clearance…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Bellinger Road
Bellinger Road

Bellinger Road

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…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Borden Hollow Road
Borden Hollow Road

Borden Hollow Road

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…
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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Buck's Brook Track
Buck's Brook Track

Buck's Brook Track

This track is mostly gravel roads through State Forest. There's a nice trailside brook with plenty of tall trees and rock formations, as well as opportunities to hike and fish along this route. The lower…
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Total Miles
8.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Burnt Hill Road
Burnt Hill Road

Burnt Hill Road

Burnt Hill Road is a seasonal road that starts at Picnic Area Road and heads south to State Route 79. There are several parking areas to access hiking trails such as the Interloken Trail. During…
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Total Miles
4.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Carpenter Road
Carpenter Road

Carpenter Road

Carpenter Road is a seasonal road connecting Route 414 and Lake Ave in the Village of Burdett. Be prepared to pull to the side and listen to the water rush by. The runoff stream has…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Chambers Road
Chambers Road

Chambers Road

This is a rough seasonal road frequented by local 4X4 enthusiasts. The trail starts at County Route 16 and continues through to Hornby Road in Beaver Dams. Just down Hornby Road is Beaver Dams Powersports…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Chrisler Road
Chrisler Road

Chrisler Road

This is an easy seasonal road. The conditions become more technical in the spring with washout. It leads down to Robie Road and Kettle Road, off of which there are nearby DEC camping sites. On…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Cook Road
Cook Road

Cook Road

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…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Cowdry Hollow to Comstock Hollow Road
Cowdry Hollow to Comstock Hollow Road

Cowdry Hollow to Comstock Hollow Road

This is a well-maintained state access road with wooded valley views, numerous adjacent brooks, and multiple side hiking trails. It is part of the Berlin State Forest and provides access to the Taconic Crest hiking…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Culver Creek Road
Culver Creek Road

Culver Creek Road

2.2 Mile trail along the valley following Culver Creek through private forests and fields. The trail can be muddy and rutted depending on the season. No town maintenance between November 1st and April 31st. Downed…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Dennis Road
Dennis Road

Dennis 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…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Donnerville-White Road
Donnerville-White Road

Donnerville-White Road

The route is an alternative to the St. Lawrence County Multiuse trail from Russell to South Colton. Donnerville road begins at Russell Town Barns that's a gravel seasonal road. It winds through a beautiful forest.…
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Total Miles
22.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Green Hill Road
Green Hill Road

Green Hill Road

2.2 mile easy dirt and gravel seasonal road connecting Savona-Campbell Road to Dee Road. Seasonal runoff can make the road slippery at times. No town maintenance between November 1st-April1st. Easily passable by most vehicles, 2…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hamilton Road (Seasonal)
Hamilton Road (Seasonal)

Hamilton Road (Seasonal)

This seasonal road has a few interesting features but they aren't difficult to get by. The road starts as a typical dirt road, but a small pull-off area can be found just before traveling over…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hammond Hill Track
Hammond Hill Track

Hammond Hill Track

This is an easy route with a gravel base leading through Hammond Hill State Forest. After snow/rain, traction can be limited with little to no winter maintenance. There are a few decent turnarounds and some…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter
Learn more about Hanyon Road
Hanyon Road

Hanyon Road

This road is definitely one of the more challenging roads in the area. The road doesn't see much maintenance. There are several washouts and rugged gravel spots where water flows freely down it. Several shelf…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Harrisburg Hollow (Seasonal Section)
Harrisburg Hollow (Seasonal Section)

Harrisburg Hollow (Seasonal Section)

Harrisburg Hollow has a seasonal section that is unmaintained during the winter and requires 4x4. Driving from the west end, you will come to an intersection with Ferris Road. Take a left. The Finger Lakes…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hartwood Club Road to Whitehead/Prosper Davis Road
Hartwood Club Road to Whitehead/Prosper Davis Road

Hartwood Club Road to Whitehead/Prosper Davis Road

Entering off the Route 48 side, the trail begins as a graded gravel road through a private forest preserve. This section of trail is very scenic and has a couple of interesting sights alongside it.…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail
Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

Hertz Road & Buck Hill Truck Trail

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…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer
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