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Potter County ATV Trail
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
| Other Names | Lyman Run Dam, Lyman Run State Park, Susquehannock State Park, Barnes Hollow, Branch Hollow, Lyman Run Creek, Susquehannock State Forest, Denton Hill ATV Trails |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season |
Open to ATV use only, this area offers about 43 miles of designated trails. The terrain is mostly hard packed and smooth with gradual elevation changes. The trails are marked and form both long and short loops.
The trail system has several trailheads to choose from but the Lyman Run State Park staging area is limited to five trailers and machines must be hauled to and from the campground since there is no direct trail access.
Primitive camping is permitted alongside the trails but a permit is required which can be obtained by contacting the Susquehannock State Forest. Potter County Family Campground offers full RV hookups along with direct trail access.
ATVs must be registered, have proof of liability insurance and be 64" or less in width to fit through the gates.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | ATVs must be registered and have proof of liability insurance. |
| Dates Open | Friday of Memorial Day weekend through the last Sunday of September | |
| 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 (64 inches) | has entrance gate or posts vehicles under 1800lbs dry weight and 64 inches wide permitted |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
 ATVs | Some Areas | not permitted on state forest roads |
 UTV & SXS | Some Areas | (maximum width 64 inches) not permitted on state forest roads |
 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 | No | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 32,000 acres (50 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 43 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2000 to 2400 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps |  None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (E) | Acorn Market (814) 435-6626 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (E) | Acorn Market (814) 435-6626 |
 Water | On Site | Lyman Run State Park (814) 435-5010 |
 RV Hookup | On Site | Lyman Run State Park (814) 435-5010 |
 RV Disposal | On Site | Lyman Run State Park - Lower Campground (814) 435-5010 |
| Campground | On Site | Lyman Run State Park (814) 435-5010 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (E) | Acorn Market (814) 435-6626 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $16.00 RV: $16.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Lyman Run State Park Base Campground Fees - Residents - $16/night, Non-Residents - $21/night. |
| Comment | Contact Lyman Run State Park for electric and water hookup fees. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Galeton, PA | ||
| From: Galeton, PA
1) Take W. Branch Road about 5 miles west 2) Turn right on Lyman Run Road, continue about 2 miles 3) Turn right on Rock Run Road 4) Staging area is on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Susquehannock State Forest 3150 E. Second Street Coudersport, PA 16915 (814) 274-3600 fd15@pa.gov www.visitpottertioga.com |
| Contact Info | Potter County County Visitors Association P.O. Box 245 Coudersport, PA 16915 (814) 274-3365 potter@penn.com visitpottertioga.com |
| 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 |
| Contact Info | Potter County Family Campground 3075 East Second Street Coudersport, PA 16915 (814) 274-5010 pottercountycamping@zitomedia.net www.pottercountycamping.com |
| Comment | Offers direct trail access from campground. |
Potter County Trail Photo
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Potter County Trail Photo
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