Willow Creek ATV TrailAllegheny National Forest

Rocky Gap ATV TrailAllegheny National Forest

ChapmanState Park

www.dcnr.state.pa.us/info/pawilds/

Bradford10 mi.

ALLEGHENY RIVER

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153

Sugar Railroad

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DryBrook

NAD83UTM 17N:E 678770N 4645205

New YorkState Line

6 mi.

Loop B

346

137

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AbandonedLog RoadParking/TrailheadMarshStreamTrailForest RoadState/TownshipRoad

346

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Legend

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Tread Lightly! Pledge:Travel and recreate with minimum impact.R espect the environment and the rights of others.E ducate yourself, plan and prepare before you go.A llow for future use of the outdoors, leave it better than you found it.D iscover the rewards of responsible recreation.Land stewardship ethics courtesy of Tread Lightly! (tlinc@xmission.com)

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LEAVING A GOOD IMPRESSION

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Slater RunAdams

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Lenhart

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Still

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There are numerous private and public campgrounds near the ATV Trails. They offer restrooms, drinking water, and some provide warm showers and utility hookups. The following National Forest campgrounds are located within a half-hour’s drive of these trails:

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MOST DIFFICULT

MORE DIFFICULT

To US 62

Lenhart Rd.

US 62 – 3 mi.

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One-Way11.1 mi.

3005

One-Way 10.8 mi. 155

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Chapman

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Morrison Run

Trout

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Mead Run

REGULATIONS Travel is permitted on designated, blazed routes only. The trail is clearly marked with yellow diamonds on trees. Off-trail travel may damage the forest resources or pose a safety hazard to other forest users. Please respect the rights of others. ATV riding on unmarked routes is a violation of federal law.Mountain bikes and horses are permitted to use the trails all year-round. ATV and motorcycle use during closed seasons is not permitted.All ATVs must be registered in accordance with State of Pennsylvania law or in a reciprocating state with recreational vehicle registration. Registration is available at local ATV dealers or all Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources Snowmobile/ATV units. The fees are used to help maintain the ATV trail system.It is illegal to drive an OHV while under the influence of any amount of drugs or alcohol.Mufflers and spark arresters are required on all ATVs and OHMs.Lights must be used between sunset and sunrise.Adults must accompany and supervise drivers under the age of 16.No child under the age of 8 is allowed to operate an ATV/OHM on ANF trails.All operators ages 8-15 must have an ATV training certificate in their possession.

Grunder Rd.245

Legend

155

3005

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62

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321

346

Warren

Ridgway

Kane

Marienville

Bradford

219

219

6

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62

62 66

66

321

346

Warren

Ridgway

Kane

Marienville

Bradford

This brochure can be obtained in large print at the Allegheny

National Forest4 Farm Colony Dr.Warren, PA 16365

(814) 723-5150

ROCKY GAPALL–TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) TRAIL

CUSTOMER SERVICE – The Warren area offers food, lodging, gas and medical facilities. EMERGENCY – Call 911. The nearest hospital and pay telephone are located six miles north of the trailhead, in Warren, PA.If you note unsafe conditions on the trail, please report them to the Bradford Ranger Station. Things to report could include trees across the trail, damaged or missing trail signs and blazes, dangerous stream crossings, damaged bridges, boggy areas, washouts, and other similar items. We appreciate your help.The trail is open from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last Sunday in September; and December 20 to April 1.Call ahead. Trails may be closed during adverse conditions. The Rocky Gap ATV Trail is a 21.9 mile loop trail traversing the forested hills of the Allegheny National Forest. It was designed for the enjoyment of ATV and motorcycle riders of intermediate and expert skill level. FINDING THE TRAIL – The trailhead parking lot is located along Pleasant Drive (State Road 3005/337), at the intersection of Forest Road (FR) 155 (6 miles south of Warren, PA). You can also access the trail anywhere it crosses a public road. This trail can be found on the Warren quadrangle map.XXXRIDING THE TRAIL – This trail is open to Class I ATVs, motorcycles, horses, mountain bikes, and snowmobiles as

posted. All ATV trails are marked with yellow diamonds. Consult the trailhead bulletin boards for more information and additional trails that may be open or closed. The trail is divided into two loops by Pleasant Drive (State Road 3005/337). The trail is suitable for both motorcycle and ATV use. However, due to steep side slopes, the ATV user may experience difficulty in some sections. Please exercise extra caution in these areas. The southern loop is 10.8 miles and is rated MORE DIFFICULT. The northern loop is 11.1 miles and is rated MOST DIFFICULT. Both trails are ONE-WAY travel only except where otherwise posted.CAMPING – Camping is not permitted at the Rocky Gap Trailhead.

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For more information about this and other area events, contact:Forest Supervisor’s Office 4 Farm Colony Drive • Warren, PA 16365814-723-5150 • www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/allegheny

Bradford Ranger District 29 Forest Service Drive • Bradford, PA 16701814-362-4613 • www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/allegheny

Allegheny National Forest Vacation Bureau80 E. Corydon St., Suite 114 • P.O. Box 371 Bradford, PA 16701 • 1-800-473-9370 www.visitanf.com

Warren County Visitors Bureau22045 Route 6 • Warren, PA 16365814-726-1222 • 800-624-7802 • www.wcvb.com

• Marienville ATV TraiI: Loleta and Beaver Meadows Recreation Areas.• Rocky Gap ATV Trail: Hearts Content and Buckaloons Recreation Areas• Timberline ATV Trail: Twin Lakes Recreation Area • Willow Creek ATV Trail: Tracy Ridge and Willow Bay Recreation Areas

CAMPING

• Become familiar with Forest Service regulations and State ATV Laws.

• Wear a helmet and eye protection at all times when operating an ATV.• Carry passengers only if your ATV is designed for them. (i.e., a Class II ATV)• Speeds of over 25 mph are prohibited.• Drive within your level of skill and ability. • Be aware of other users of various ages and skill levels on the trail.• Riders in two-way travel areas should keep right and be alert for oncoming traffic.• Be alert for STOP, BRIDGE AHEAD, LOGGING AREA, and other signs on the trail.

INFORMATION

ENJOY THE TRAIL! Please reuse your brochure.

TREAD LIGHTLY!

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SAFETY MESSAGES

WILLOW CREEKALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE (ATV) TRAIL

CUSTOMER SERVICE – The Bradford (SR 346) area offers food, lodging, gasoline, and medical facilities. Also, the Bradford Ranger Station, located at the junction of SR 59 & SR 321, has additional books and materials to help you enjoy the Forest. EMERGENCY – Call 911. The nearest hospital is 13 miles east of the trailhead, in Bradford, PA. The nearest pay telephone is four miles northwest on SR 346.If you note unsafe conditions on the trail, please report them to the Bradford Ranger Station. Things to report could include trees across the trail, damaged or missing signs and blazes, damaged bridges, washouts, and other similar conditions. We appreciate your help. The trail is open, dependent on weather and trail conditions, from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last Sunday in September. Call ahead. Trails may be closed during adverse conditions. Willow Creek ATV Trail is a 10.0 mile loop trail traversing scenic, forested hills on the Bradford District of the Allegheny National Forest. It is for the enjoyment of ATV and motorcycle riders of intermediate skill level. FINDING THE TRAIL – Main trailhead parking is located along Forest Road (FR) 137, approximately two miles south of State Route 346 and 11 miles west of Bradford. This trail can be found on the Stickney quadrangle map.RIDING THE TRAIL – This trail is open to Class I ATVs, motorcycles, horses, and mountain bikes. All ATV trails are marked with yellow diamonds. Consult the trailhead bulletin boards for more information and additional trails that may be open or closed. This 10.0 mile system is rated MORE DIFFICULT and is suited to ATVs and motorcycles. The trail is ONE-WAY travel except where otherwise posted.CAMPING – Camping is NOT permitted at the Willow Creek trailhead. We would like to hear about your trail experience.

NOXIOUS WEEDSNoxious weeds generally possess one or more of the following characteristics: aggressive and difficult to manage, poisonous, toxic, parasitic, a carrier or host of serious insects or disease and being native or new to or not common to the United States or parts thereof. (FSM 2080)ANF Trail users can help prevent the spread of noxious weeds by:• Washing equipment before arriving at the trail and after trail use.• Staying on designated trails.• Learning how to identify noxious weeds such as purple Loosestrife, Multiflora Rose, and Giant Hogweed.To learn more, please contact the nearest ANF office.

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