Sand Mountain Dual Sport Trail - Potter Township, Pennsylvania
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N 40° 46.390 W 077° 35.460
18T E 281336 N 4516806
The Sand Mountain Trail System is located in the Bald Eagle State Forest. Parking available at the trail head just off of Sand Mountain Road.
Waymark Code: WM14Z07
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 09/15/2021
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The dual sport trail ( Purple Blazes)is open to motor bikes which are licensed to drive on PA roadways, yet are also capable off-road riding as well. Bald Eagle State Forest is home to the only dual sport trails out of all of PA DCNR forest lands. It is a gem for motorcyclists, and it is open for use from Memorial Day Weekend through the last full weekend in September. So, you should not encounter motorcycles on these trails during winter months. Learn more about dual sport riding and regulations here:
Link The trail is open to hikers, bicycles, horses year round on the Red Blazed trails. Snowmobiles are permitted on the Orange Diamond Blazed trails.
Overall Trail Difficulty: Somewhat easy
Land Ownership: Public
Popularity: Moderate
Highest Altitude: 2200
Trail Length (approx): 20 miles
Parking availble?: Yes
Room for Trailers: Yes
Permit required to access area?: No
Camping sites nearby: Yes
Are OHVs permitted: No
Additional Trailhead: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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