Marienville Trail: Rocket John Trailhead
This trailhead parking lot is located off of Forest Road 395 via State Route 66 just southwest of the main State Route 66 trailhead. Facilities include a vault toilet and informational signing. Camping is permitted in this area.
Active Alerts
General Information
May - September
Anyone who rides a motorized vehicle on the ANF designated motorized trail system is required to purchase an ATV/Trail permit.
- You must provide proof of registration and insurance to purchase a permit.
Address: 131 Smokey Lane Marienville, PA 16239
Phone: 814-927-6628
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov
Getting There
Directions
From Marienville
- Travel northeast on PA-66 for 9 miles
- Turn right onto Pipeline Road
- Travel on Pipeline Road for 1.3 miles.
- The trailhead is located on the right.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Nearby Trails
Recreation Opportunities
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
OHV Trail Riding
OHV CampingOHV Trail Riding Info
All-terrain vehicle riding is permitted on designated trail during specific seasons only.
Staging Area
Yes
Loading Ramp
Yes
Class of Vehicle
Class I
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
OHV Camping Info
Camping is permitted along the trail as long as your equipment does not block the trail. There is limited space for camping at the FR 221, FR 395, and FR 521 Trailheads. Camping is not permitted at the Marienville and Pigs Ear Trailheads.
Recreation Groups
This is an interconnecting trail system with 76 miles of trail. Trail season typically runs from the Friday before Memorial Day to the last Sunday in September.