Off-Road Trails in Pennsylvania

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Learn more about Benson Road
Benson Road

Benson Road

Benson Road is primarily a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months, however, there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice, the road can become rutted…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Berry Mountain Climb
Berry Mountain Climb

Berry Mountain Climb

If run from west to east, there is a very rocky and washed-out climb from about 800ft to 1200ft in elevation that is not recommended for stock vehicles. Once you get to the forest signs,…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Betsy Road
Betsy Road

Betsy Road

A fun "drivable trail" for high clearance 4x4 vehicles in the southern part of the Sideling Hill Tract of Buchanan State Forest. Not technical unless weather is a factor, but loose rock and about 750…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Between Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area
Between Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area

Between Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area

Between Rock - A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Between Rock is a long-standing trail of Rock Run Recreation, although it never had a name until the Fall of 2025. As it travels between…
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Total Miles
0.1
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about BFG Hill Black
BFG Hill Black

BFG Hill Black

BFG Hill earned its name from the days of racing at Rausch Creek. When this hill climb was introduced, vehicles equipped with BFG tires appeared to be the only ones capable of ascending it in…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
6Moderate
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about BFR - Entrance
BFR - Entrance

BFR - Entrance

This is the entrance to the Ben Franklin Range. It's a little rough, but paved and easy enough to get trailers and RVs in and out as needed. The posted speed limit is 15 mph.…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about Bidwell Road Ghost Town
Bidwell Road Ghost Town

Bidwell Road Ghost Town

Bidwell Road is an out-and-back to the Ghost Town of Bidwell. Everything has been removed except the old steps to the courthouse. This route is a long, steep downhill road with several water crossings. Some…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Biesecker Gap
Biesecker Gap

Biesecker Gap

This is a short but fun side trail located off of Wirt Road. The entire trail is made up of small rocks, ruts, inclines/declines, and loose gravel. The trail is wide enough to avoid pinstripes…
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Total Miles
1.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Buck Hill - Rock Run Recreation Area
Big Buck Hill - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Buck Hill - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Buck Hill - A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Located on the Northern end of the facility, Big Buck Hill is just under 3/10ths of a mile. This trail changes about 250 feet…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Buck Trail - Rock Run Recreation Area
Big Buck Trail - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Buck Trail - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Buck Trail - A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Located on the Northern End of the park, Big Buck Trail should be able to be traversed by anyone on a motorcycle, ATV, or…
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Total Miles
1.0
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Hollow Road
Big Hollow Road

Big Hollow Road

Big Hollow Road is primarily a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months; however, there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice, the road can become…
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Total Miles
6.3
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Medix Grade Road
Big Medix Grade Road

Big Medix Grade Road

This route is probably best known for the popular dispersed motorized camp sites along Medix Run at the north end of this former railroad grade. These are some of the closest state forest camp sites…
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Total Miles
7.0
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Mountain Trail
Big Mountain Trail

Big Mountain Trail

This trail is a nice scenic drive through Buchanan State Forest. There are many dispersed campsites as well as hiking trails. The trail runs along a ridge, with views of the valley below all throughout…
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Total Miles
3.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area
Big Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Rock - Rock Run Recreation Area

Big Rock - A trail of Rock Run Recreation Area. Big Rock is ranked Black and should be able to be transversed by any skilled rider on a dirt bike, ATV or SxS. This trail…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Springs Road
Big Springs Road

Big Springs Road

Big Springs Road is a graded gravel road. It is an easy ride in the summer months, however there is no winter maintenance. During times of rain, snow, and ice the road will become harder…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Trail Scenic Road
Big Trail Scenic Road

Big Trail Scenic Road

This out-and-back trail takes you along a ridge through some formerly logged areas in Tiadaghton State Forest providing access to three beautiful north/northeast facing vistas. The trail will start out easy with some sand, rock,…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
Learn more about Big Valley Road
Big Valley Road

Big Valley Road

Big Valley Road is a long, winding, and rocky Forest Road through State Game Lands. Trail will not be plowed in winter. Downed trees can be encountered and the trail has a few muddy sections.…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Bingham Road - FS 135
Bingham Road - FS 135

Bingham Road - FS 135

This trail is a standard National Forest Service road and is open to all street-legal motor vehicles. This trail is open year-round, but does not receive winter maintenance. It connects the gas field at the…
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Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Birch Run
Birch Run

Birch Run

Birch Run Road is located in Michaux State Forest, Southeast of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. The road passes by beautiful scenery, such as Rocky Knob, East Big Flat Ridge, Ram, Strausbaugh, and Sierra Hills. This road connects…
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Total Miles
4.6
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Black 2
Black 2

Black 2

These trails are difficult but passable with full-size rigs. Use caution as they are 2-way trails and there's not often room to pass. Sometimes you have to back up to get out of the way.…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
8Difficult
Best Time
Summer

ATV trails in Pennsylvania

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01

01

This is a standard green (easy) dirt and rock trail that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
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02

02

This is an easy trail from the upper parking lot that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about 02 - BFR - Easy - Green
02 - BFR - Easy - Green

02 - BFR - Easy - Green

This is an easy trail from the upper parking lot that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about 03
03

03

This is a standard green (easy) dirt and rock trail that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer

UTV/side-by-side trails in Pennsylvania

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01

01

This is a standard green (easy) dirt and rock trail that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
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02

02

This is an easy trail from the upper parking lot that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about 02 - BFR - Easy - Green
02 - BFR - Easy - Green

02 - BFR - Easy - Green

This is an easy trail from the upper parking lot that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.6
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer
Learn more about 03
03

03

This is a standard green (easy) dirt and rock trail that is suitable for all vehicle types. It is mostly loose dirt and slight hills, but nothing major. It can get a little slick when…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer

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