Two areas of the Allegheny National Forest provide more than 100 miles of trails for ATV usage. Marienville and Timberline ATV Trails are open from the Friday before Memorial Day to September 24 and December 20 through April 1. It is recommended to call ahead as wet weather may necessitate closing.

Allegheny National Forest
The Allegheny National Forest has more than 100 miles of ATV trails.  Contact the ANF Supervisor's Office at (814) 723-5150 for trail information. Effective July 1, 2002, the Allegheny National Forest implemented the Fee Demo Program for ATV and motorized bike trails. An annual $35 permit fee is required, and can be purchased from any Allegheny National Forest office, and some local vendors, or online at www.fs.fed.us/r9/allegheny.   

The Marienville ATV/Bike Trail is a system of 37 miles of interconnecting trails traversing scenic, forested hills of the Marienville District of the Allegheny National Forest. The trails are designed for the enjoyment of ATV and motorbike riders of intermediate and expert skill levels.  Inclement wet weather may cause the trails to close in short notice--when in doubt, please call ahead.

Finding the Trail: Main trailhead parking is located along State Route 66, about fifteen miles southwest of Kane and 11 miles northeast of Marienville (maintained for winter use). You can also access the trail anywhere it crosses a public road. This trail is located on the Lynch and Russell City quadrangle maps.

This 14.2 mile loop system is rated MORE DIFFICULT and is best suited to ATV's. The ATV Trail uses old roads and railroad grades. The trail is ONE-WAY except where otherwise posted. This trail area is open during both summer and winter.

Timberline ATV Trail, accessed from State Route 948, north of Ridgway. The Timberline ATV Trail is a system of 38 miles of interconnecting trails traversing scenic, forested hills of the Allegheny National Forest. The trails are designed for the enjoyment of ATV riders at the beginner skill level. Other vehicles, such as motorbikes, mountain bikes, and snowmobiles can also enjoy this trail. Inclement wet weather may cause the trails to close in short notice--when in doubt, please call ahead (814) 723-5150. The trail ties into the Marienville ATV/Bike Trail.

Finding the Trail: The trailhead parking lot is located on Forest Road 232, one mile south of SR 948 and SR 66 intersection. Parking is also located along Township Road 458 (FR 136) near Buehler Corner and Township Road 322 at Pigs Ear south of State Route 66. You may also access the trail anywhere it crosses a public road. This trail is located on the James City, Hallton, Portland Mills and Russell City quadrangle map. 

State Game Lands
ATVs are not permitted on State Game Lands except those used by disabled hunters