Pennsylvania Off-road Paradise! | AOAA is an East Coast Must.

Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (AOAA), is it becoming the next Hatfield McCoy? They are certainly working towards making the AOAA trails in PA one of the biggest, baddest off road areas in the Country, can they do it?

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We recently had the privilege of visiting the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area, a place to ride who has a goal of being the next Hatfield McCoy. Now, not being from the area I reached out to two buddies that knew it well (You can find them on Instagram as mud_shark_offroad & the_mudfreak). So We got the trip all set up and decided to meet up at the trailhead for a cold day of December riding.

As I drove through PA and the Appellation Mountains I had to admire how beautiful just the drive in was. And as I got close the signs of the off-road lifestyle made it evident that fun was just around the corner. As I pulled in to the AOAA I was amazed at how much bigger the area was than I expected it to be. The great thing is, they have it pretty streamlined as you arrive. Signing in and paying was quick and easy (even with the area being rather busy), and I was unloading my Polaris Scrambler and getting ready to ride in no time.

Just as I finished getting my Scrammy unloaded I notice @Mud_shark_offroad & @the_mudfreak heading my way. We B.S. for a few minutes and take off for the fun. I was immediately enjoying myself as we moved away from the trailhead. It took no time at all before it felt like we were deep in the woods and riding the hills, the trailhead, and all the other people there quickly became a fading memory. I bring that up to point out, even when there are a large number of people out riding this area, it is so vast that once you start to ride and take loops and turns, you would have no idea how many people are out there because you don't see them too often.

So a few minutes in and we were already hitting mud holes and narrow trails. One great thing about this area is that it has trail types for all types of riders. You have narrow twisty trails for ATV's, wider faster trails for side by sides, you have hills, you have gravel roads, you have mud, I mean I could go on and on. I don't say this often, but this is one of those unique areas that will have a riding environment for pretty much every type of rider.

"Ok yea I get it it's an awesome trail system, but can it really be compared to Hatfield McCoy as you suggested"? Well if you are asking me at the time of this article, I would say no. It is not the next Hatfield McCoy. However, that is one of their goals. That is not such a wild fantasy either. I had the Privilege of talking with Dave, who is the Director of Operations for the AOAA and he had a lot to say! They have a lot on their plate right now as they are working on many different ideas to make the area better than it already is. This includes lodging concepts, more trails, more amenities, and if that's not enough...they are working on making ATVs and side by sides street legal in the area so people can ride into town directly from the trails.

Alright, so I am going to leave it at that. This is not a sponsored ad and we are not being paid by the AOAA. I just wanted to take a few minutes to let riders know about the area because quite frankly we were really impressed with it and excited to see what the future holds there. So let me just leave you with this, if you ever have the opportunity to check this place out and spend some time riding there I think you will have some fun and make some memories.

If you have any thoughts or comments on this video or the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area we would love to hear them below! Thanks for taking the time to watch our videos, it is very much appreciated.

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[daveporzi]

Thank you Midwest ATV! Just to clear things up, we are a municipal authority for Northumberland County. The NCAOAAA leased 6, 500 acres from the county to open a motorized recreational facility on county property. The AOAA has leased and purchased property in the past four years and now we are on 7, 500 acres. Thanks Dave LOTS MORE TO COME!!!

[csuders]

I love riding here! Don't get out as much as I used to, but do like it here because when they have events and the parking lot is way overcrowded the trails are not. Dave and his crew do a great job everyday especially during events, so pack up your outdoor fun and head to AOAA its worth the drive!!

[DirtObseXXion]

Great job Chris!! It's no HM, but it Sounds like a good place to spend a couple days for sure!

[Robert]

I've been there many many times but that was all before it was developed. I've ridden back trails from Centralia to Trevorton. Hopefully I will get to come back some day for another visit.

[jtex]

that whole sequence at 3:36 is genius comedy. seriously. I don't laugh out lout at much but this definitely got me. *subscribed*

[franklyspeaking]

Been to AOAA a couple times and if you’re thinking about it? Do it. It’s worth the trip. Lots of fun.

[bradosborne]

Always great to see new places to ride.

[marioscavuzzo]

What does everyone do for fuel while on the trails?

[ROCKINRODNEY]

High speed backing up is just a part of the Northwoods lifestyle. Plowing snow and all. Ya ded us proud, bud.

This area looks like fun. Looks like a great place to go for a fall ride.

[DirtyRiceOffroadCrew]

Looks like a great park. I hope they have some solutions coming for RVs or camping or cabins to be staying on the premises versus hauling in every day. Great job on video man.

[inkslingerdrew]

im picking up a tenere 700 never been offroading but i wanna learn an go moto camping. this seems perfect except idk who id be able to bring with me :/

[dirty_worm_]

Looks like a sweet place to ride.. are the trails easily navigated or maps available for someone who doesn't know the area? Are they all looped? From east durham ny

[canamrockinryder]

Great video Chris! That's a bit of a haul from MN. lol... but it looks like a very nice place to ride. Thanks for sharing!

[wheelinndealin]

Heck yeah I just went there it and was a blast!!!

[just-ride]

Great video. Will visit this park. Thx.

[chaseschuckers]

aoaa came a long way i buy the year pass and make my money back in 5 -8 rides and in summer i ride almost every weekend but if u have a mud strict machine i wouldn’t recommend but if u dont care for a bumpy ride like me send it!!! aoaa is above busco beach for me

[kevindodge]

Hatfield is 50 bucks for the year and alot more trails good luck trying to be better

[TheSteamPoweredDude]

5:00 mark:
“All vehicles must be registered”
If your coming from a state that doesn’t title orv’s then wtf. Not abiding that rule

[normsatv]

I know trails take time money to maintain but charging passengers is ridiculous period . I run a Club in British Columbia Canada we do not charge for trails we raise money through grants and fundraising Raffles Etc to maintain our trails and we do all the work for free we can . So to see places that have these kinds of astronomical fees just Chase the people away that want to get into the sport and or forces them to ride where they should not . As can tell i am no fan fees is why they have grants .

[shawndoucette]

Where exactly is this? We live in the Reading area and ride at the Reading Anthracite trails up in the minersville/Pottsville area. I haven’t heard of this place. Exactly where is this trail head. Thanks for the vids.