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The Willow Creek ATV Trail is a challenging 10-mile, one-way loop designed exclusively for advanced and expert riders. Winding through a scenic hardwood forest, the trail features a relentlessly rocky surface with numerous steep hills and other technical challenges. This system includes sections of single track and has no beginner-friendly terrain, making it a true test of skill for even the most experienced riders.
Located in the Allegheny National Forest, this expert-level trail has a 50-inch width restriction and is open to dirt bikes and ATVs; UTVs are not permitted. A daily or annual permit is required for access. While camping is not allowed at the trailhead, night riding is permitted for those seeking an additional challenge.Dirt Bike Trail System
Willow Creek ATV Trail
AKA: South Branch River, Whitney Run, Dry Brook, Sugar Railroad Run, Bradford Ranger District, Allegheny National Forest
Bradford, PA
Trail System Statistics
Approximate Size
5,120 acres (8 sq mi)
Miles of Trail
10 miles
Elevation Range
1800 to 2300 ft.
Operating Season
Friday before Memorial Day through the last Sunday of September
About Willow Creek ATV Trail
The Willow Creek ATV Trail is a challenging 10-mile, one-way loop designed exclusively for advanced and expert riders. Winding through a scenic hardwood forest, the trail features a relentlessly rocky surface with numerous steep hills and other technical challenges. This system includes sections of single track and has no beginner-friendly terrain, making it a true test of skill for even the most experienced riders. Located in the Allegheny National Forest, this expert-level trail has a 50-inch width restriction and is open to dirt bikes and ATVs; UTVs are not permitted. A daily or annual...
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Terrain Details
Surface Types
Loose Dirt
Little
Hard Pack
Little
Sand
None
Rocks
Mostly
Natural Features
Trees
Lots
Steep Hills
Few
Water Crossings
None
Trail Features
Small Jumps
None
Large Jumps
None
Berms
Few
Pits
None
Trail Types
Singletrack
Few
Roads
None
Traffic & Safety
Hazards
Few
Difficulty Levels
Novice Terrain
None
Amateur Terrain
Little
Expert Terrain
Mostly
Terrain Difficulty
Mostly intermediate-expert terrain.
Trail Maintenance
Trails are marked, though not rated for difficulty, and somewhat maintained.
Terrain Hazards
Watch out for a few areas with hazards (assumed marked but use caution).
Getting Here & Info
Parking
No parking fees reported.
Permit Required
Yes
Permit Info
Allegheny National Forest ATV/Motorcycle Permit
Operating Season
Friday before Memorial Day through the last Sunday of September
Trailhead Coordinates
41.9212033, -78.8382641
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