Balish Road

Balish Road is a winding, unmaintained 2.15-mile dirt route in Pennsylvania's Wyoming Valley that serves as an excellent gateway for street-licensed offroaders to explore the Montage Tract. The road begins near State Route 307, climbing from an elevation of 1,537 feet to a peak of 1,860 feet, and winds through dense northeastern forest. Because the route is entirely unmaintained, drivers should prepare for typical forestry-road obstacles, including downed trees, minor washouts, and muddy patches. This trail is best suited for high-clearance, four-wheel-drive vehicles capable of handling unpredictable, changing terrain. During wet seasons and winter, the muddy sections on the hilly areas can become exceptionally slippery, making traction difficult. The trail is not plowed in winter, and heavy snow can render the road impassable. Only street-licensed vehicles are permitted on this route, meaning ATVs, UTVs, and other non-street-legal offroad vehicles are strictly prohibited. Travelers can access the route from an unmarked dirt pull-off just past the intersection of State Route 307 and Simmerson Road, where a small abandoned parking area is located.