Seasonal Trail Closures in the Allegheny National Forest

Warren, PA, September 26, 2025— The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service will close All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Off-Highway Motorcycle (OHM) trails in Allegheny National Forest for the season at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

ATV/OHM trails will remain closed through the fall, with the following exceptions:

• The Tour De Forest Fall 2025, operated by the Marienville Volunteer Fire Department under a special use permit authorized by the Forest Service, will be on October 4 and 5, 2025. Only registered event participants may ride in the event and travel is only allowed on designated event routes. Preregister online at marienvillefire.com/tour-de-forest-fall-2025.
• The Marienville and Timberline trails will be open for Columbus Day weekend to allow riders an opportunity to enjoy the autumn foliage. Trails will open at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, October 10, and close at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, October 13. The Timberline Trailhead will open Thursday, October 9 to accommodate visitors camping for the weekend. The Willow Creek, Rocky Gap, and Penoke Trails will remain closed.

Riding the ATV/OHM trails requires a permit. Permits are valid through the end of the year. The 2025 ATV/OHM permit cost, mail-in forms, vendors, and directions for electronic submissions can be found on the Permits page of the forest website.

Trail conditions can be challenging. Riders are encouraged to consider their skill level when evaluating whether to use any motorized trail. 

Forest Service staff will monitor ATV/OHM trail conditions for potential winter use. Weather conditions with sustained cold temperatures may allow the opening of some trails for winter riding. Winter use of the ATV/OHM trail system requires sustained cold temperatures that freeze the trail surface and push frost into the ground. The forest will share if ATV/OHM trail access changes. Please check conditions before riding.

Forest visitors are requested to recreate responsibly, utilizing Leave No Trace principles and Tread Lightly.  Please exercise caution when on the trails, as many are open for multiple uses. You may encounter vehicles, groomers, snowshoers, skiers, or hikers on the trails at any time.