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Ben Franklin Range
Saturday, May 10, 2025
| Other Names | formerly Scrubgrass Village OHV Park, Armstrong County, Templeton, Mahoning Creek |
| Last Known Status | Variable Schedule (open during select weekends) |
Formerly known as Scrubgrass Village OHV Park, Ben Franklin Range offers 65 miles of trails that are open to all vehicle types. About 15 miles of trail are open to all skill levels and about 18 miles for the more experienced riders. There are also miles of 4x4 and UTV trails, steep hill climbs, rock gardens and a four mile natural terrain grass track. The park is only open for riding during select weekends, so check the website before heading out.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | contact park for schedule | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | No | |
| Rule Enforcement | ||
| Comment | Snowmobiles permitted if there is 4 inches of snow on the ground. | |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 1,250 acres (2 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 65 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 850 to 1150 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Water Crossings | Some | |
| Small Jumps |  Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | Few | |
| Single Track | Some | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Kwik Fill (724) 545-9703 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Kwik Fill (724) 545-9703 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (S) | Bear Ridge Campground & RV Resort (724) 822-6521 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (S) | Bear Ridge Campground & RV Resort (724) 822-6521 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (S) | Bear Ridge Campground & RV Resort (724) 822-6521 |
| Campground | On Site | primitive campsites |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Kwik Fill (724) 545-9703 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | Yes ($20.00 per person) Spectator or passenger fee - $20/person. |
| Riding | Yes ($25.00 per rider) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Templeton, PA | ||
| Address | 1130 Ridge Road, Templeton, PA 16259 | ||
| From: Kittanning, PA
1) Take SR-28/66 North about 5 miles 2) Turn left (north) onto Ridge Road, continue about 4 miles 3) Park entrance is on the right. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Ben Franklin Range 1130 Ridge Road Templeton, PA 16259 (412) 439-8751 info@benfranklinrange.com www.benfranklinrange.com |
Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 7/2/2012 (Thanks!)
Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
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Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
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Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
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Ben Franklin Range OHV Area Photo
Photo Submitted 7/2/2012 (Thanks!)
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