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Michaux State Forest
Sunday, December 15, 2024
| Other Names | Adams And Cumberland Counties, Michaux State Forest ATV Trails, Fuzzy Trail, Log Sled Trail, Huckleberry Trail, Mountain Ridge Trail, Rocky Pass, Bear Hill, Grave Ridge Trail, Staley Trail, Fender Trail, Slate Quarry Road, Piney Mountain Staging Area, Mountain Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This state forest offers around 45 miles of trails during the summer months and about 42 miles of trails during the winter months. The terrain is mosty hard packed with some loose gravel and occasional chunk rock. The main staging area has plenty of room for parking plus some basic services that include a loading ramp, restroom facilities and a large pavillion with picnic tables.
The trails are open for the summer season starting the Friday before Memorial Day through the last full weekend in September and re-opens in the winter the day after deer hunting season (generally two weeks after Thanksgiving) through April 1.
Primitive camping is permitted throughout the forest but a permit is required which can be obtained by contacting the Michaux State Forest. ATVs must be registered, have proof of liability insurance and be 50" or less in width. Motorcycles are not permitted.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | ATVs must be registered and have proof of liability insurance. |
| Dates Open | Friday before Memorial Day through last full weekend in September; re-opens day after deer hunting season through April 1 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, RI, UT, VT, WA, WI) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (99 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate or posts machines with a max dry weight of 1200lbs and 50" wide permitted |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | No Restriction | (camp anywhere) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 6,400 acres (10 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 45 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1300 to 1600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks |  Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads |  Few | |
| Shade | All | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Sunoco (717) 530-1054 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Sunoco (717) 530-1054 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Pine Grove Furnace State Park (717) 486-7174 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Mountain Creek Campground (717) 486-7681 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Pine Grove Furnace State Park (717) 486-7174 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (NE) | Pine Grove Furnace State Park (717) 486-7174 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (NW) | Rutter's (717) 477-9335 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Shippensburg, PA | ||
| Address | Shippensburg Road, Biglerville, PA 17307 | ||
| From: Chambersburg, PA
1) Take US-30 East about 10 miles 2) Turn left (north) onto SR-233/Pine Grove Road, continue 7.1 miles 3) Turn left (north-west) at four-way intersection on Shippensburg Road, continue 1.3 miles 4) Big Flat Staging area is on the left (west). For Piney Mountain Staging Area: 5) From four-way intersection continue straight (north) to stay on Pine Grove Road 6.2 miles 6) Turn right (south) onto Bendersville Road, continue 2.8 miles 7) Staging area is on the right (east). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Michaux State Forest 10099 Lincoln Way East Feyetteville, PA 17222 (717) 352-2211 fd01@pa.gov www.dcnr.pa.gov |
| Contact Info | Pennsylvania ATV Registration / Insurance Info P.O. Box 8553 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8553 (866) 545-2476 (717) 783-9227 ra-snowatv@pa.gov www.dcnr.pa.gov |
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 9/6/2011 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/4/2012 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/31/2012 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
The main staging area has a loading ramp, a shade gazebo with picnic tables plus an informational kiosk. Photo Submitted 7/4/2012 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/4/2012 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/4/2012 (Thanks!)
Michaux State Forest Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 2/22/2012 (Thanks!)
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