Firetower Road

Total Miles
5.6

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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Firetower Road
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Trail Overview

This trail ascends to the peak of Riansares Mountain, 2,310 feet, before returning to the level of the surrounding area. There is a vista near the peak of the mountain and several radio/communication towers to be seen. Otherwise, it's a relaxing wooded drive that can be accessed by pretty much any street-legal vehicle except during winter conditions.

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Firetower Road
Firetower Road

Difficulty

This is a trail typical of most Pennsylvania Department of Conservation of Natural Resources drivable trails. There is little maintenance, but at most times of the year it is safe for any street-legal vehicle. Winter conditions would be the exception.

Technical Rating

1

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There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Firetower Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV

Access Description

This is accessible to the north from PA 477 and by Pepper Run Road to the south.

Firetower Road Map

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