Dirt Bike Trails Near Skaneateles, New York

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Oswego Recreational Trail

The Oswego Recreational Trail is an old railroad bed with various surface types and old road millings. Very flat with some whoops and potholes in places. It's a nice easy ride through wooded, shaded areas…
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Total Miles
12.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa

Linklaen State Forest

This route consists of seasonal gravel roads that are generally well-maintained in the summer. During the winter the roads are used for snowmobile trails. The roads lead to several side routes that are two-tracks, most…
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Total Miles
10.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Chambers Road

This is a rough seasonal road frequented by local 4X4 enthusiasts. The trail starts at County Route 16 and continues through to Hornby Road in Beaver Dams. Just down Hornby Road is Beaver Dams Powersports…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Fa / Su

Sweeney/Ford Road

Sweeney Road eventually turns into Ford Road at the intersection of Bauchman Road. Sweeney Road is in relatively good shape during the warmer months but the hill can be difficult with snow on the ground.…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Pizura Road (Seasonal)

This short seasonal road makes for a nice drive in the fall when the leaves are changing. It can be added to a route of other nearby seasonal roads in the fall or winter for…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Sturdevant Road (Seasonal)

This road is not maintained during the Winter but is a nice leisurely drive with great scenery during the remainder of the year. There is a wide stream and field that offers some great photo…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Dennis Road

This is an easy-season road that provides access to primitive camping spots on the trail. This road dead ends. In addition to primitive camping, there is a lean-to not far off the trail, as well…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fa / Su / Sp

Emerson Road

This section of the road is not maintained during the Winter months. The east end opens to a large farmed field and then travels into a wooded area. The road terminates at Burke Hill Road…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Burke Hill Road

This road starts off as a maintained road and switches over to seasonal. Even the maintained portion can be difficult without AWD or 4x4. The road was just recently repaired after flooding wiped much of…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Stone School House Rd

This road intersects with Colegrove Hill Rd/Two Rod Rd on the west end and is not well maintained. The intersection is washed out and can make for a small obstacle if you want to drop…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Bellinger Road

This is a seasonal road connecting Miller Road and County Route 42 in the town of Hornby. The track passes farmland and hardwood forest. Caution should be exercised when driving from west to east, as…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

Colegrove Hill Road/Two Rod Road

The road begins on the north end as Colegrove Hill Road but is called Two Rod Road after Intersecting with Stone School House Road. There is a parking area where the seasonal section begins on…
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Total Miles
1.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Hungry Hollow Road (Seasonal Section)

This is a seasonal section of road that is not well maintained throughout the year. The road intersects with Runner Road which gives access to a parking area for State Land. State Land can be…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Chrisler Road

This is an easy seasonal road. The conditions become more technical in the spring with washout. It leads down to Robie Road and Kettle Road, off of which there are nearby DEC camping sites. On…
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Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa

Runner Road (Seasonal)

This short road was recently repaired because the state was having some logging done. The road was previously overgrown and in disrepair and will most likely go back to that condition once the logging is…
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Total Miles
0.3
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Cook Road

This is a short and rocky seasonal road connecting Borden Hollow Road to West Hill Road in the town of Hornby. Often after heavy rain, washouts, loose rocks, and downed trees can be expected. Minimal…
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Total Miles
0.4
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Mills and Platt Hill Road

This is an easy seasonal road that becomes more technical in winter and spring. It features beautiful vistas looking down into the valley. Nearby attractions include Mud Creek Bison Ranch and camping nearby at Sanford…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Fa

Van Husen Road

The beginning of Van Husen Road passes closely by a private house and continues past a barn. The road is not marked with a seasonal road sign but is a town road and open to…
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Total Miles
0.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Ridge Road

This road has some nice views of the surrounding valleys and hills. The majority of the road is a seasonal road that is not maintained during the Winter months. The road climbs a hill through…
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Total Miles
2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Worth Road Connector

Avoid the pavement! This route connects the Lewis County ATV/SXS trail system to the Jefferson County system and is all gravel/dirt. The trail offers many places to stop and take in the sights of the…
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Total Miles
5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Su / Fa / Sp

Harrisburg Hollow (Seasonal Section)

Harrisburg Hollow has a seasonal section that is unmaintained during the winter and requires 4x4. Driving from the west end, you will come to an intersection with Ferris Road. Take a left. The Finger Lakes…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Newton Road (Seasonal)

Newton Road is a seasonal road that is only maintained during portions of the year. The road does have a difficult hill climb to complete in winter. The road's ditching causes the meltwater to flow…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Hamilton Road (Seasonal)

This seasonal road has a few interesting features but they aren't difficult to get by. The road starts as a typical dirt road, but a small pull-off area can be found just before traveling over…
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Total Miles
0.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Space Road

This is a short, seasonal road through farmland. There are several large open cornfields, an old abandoned barn, and sections of hardwood forest. This trail connects from County Rt. 4 to County Rt. 1. Often,…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Sauerbier Road

A dead-end sign can be found at the beginning of the road on the north end. Heading south, you will drive past some seasonal cabins. The road is seasonal as well at this point and…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Ricewoods Road

This short section of seasonal road travels through the woods up or down a hill. The road is in good condition with little to no standing water or puddles. The area recently has had some…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Lewis County ATV Trail 2

This is a quick ride through the field. This route will help you avoid the corner on the road. It's mostly flat, so 2WD will be fine. A mix of mud and dirt, this seasonal…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Su

Hathaway Hill Road

This a seasonal road that ascends/descends the Canisteo River Valley. The road is in relatively good shape due to logging activity at the north end. In colder temperatures and snow, travel up and down the…
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Total Miles
1.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Puffer Road

This section of the road is seasonal and could be difficult in colder weather and snow. Some of the road travels through open fields and drifting could occur. The road intersects with Hanyon Road. Keep…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Hanyon Road

This road is definitely one of the more challenging roads in the area. The road doesn't see much maintenance. There are several washouts and rugged gravel spots where water flows freely down it. Several shelf…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa