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    ​Mountain bikes may be used on all the roads and most of the trails in Moshannon State Forest.

    The following areas and trails are closed to mountain biking:

    • Natural Areas
    • The Quehanna Trail System
    • Portions of the Allegheny Front Trail
    • Trails blazed in yellow

    Contact the district office to get more information about trails or areas open to mountain biking. Degree of difficulty varies considerably.

    Electric Bike (E-bike) Use

    E-bikes are permitted on approved mountain bike trails and roads, provided they meet all the following standards:

     

    • Weigh no more than 100 pounds
    • Do not exceed 20 miles-per-hour using the motor
    • Have motors that do not exceed 750 watts
    • Have fully functional, operable pedals

     

    For more on the department’s e-bike policy, please see E-Bikes in Pen​nsylvania State Parks and Forests.