Strip Mine Road/Pot Ridge Road

Total Miles 3.4
Technical Rating
1 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This is a nontechnical gravel state forest road that provides an easy ride through Gallitzin State Forest. There are numerous branches off this road that will lead you to great views of the windmills, even right underneath them. There are also numerous hiking trail areas with small pull-off areas along the road.

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Difficulty

This is an easy gravel state forest road, no need for 4WD.

Technical Rating

1

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Spencer David
Apr 11, 2026
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William Mitchell
Nov 15, 2025
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Relaxing drive thru the state park. Overlook is great!! Windmills are awesome. Very dry conditions
john odell
Sep 27, 2025
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good place to wander around. some roads are 4 low, most are not.

Strip Mine Road/Pot Ridge Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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