# Perry State Forest

**Location:** New Lexington, OH | **Difficulty:** Moderate | **Length:** 40+ miles

**GPS:** 39.7234, -82.2012

**Vehicle requirements:** 4WD with low range, all-terrain or mild mud-terrain tires (31–33"), skid plates recommended. Stock-to-2" lift handles most obstacles.

**Best season:** April - November

Reclaimed coal country trails through southeastern Ohio's regenerating forests. Former mining roads wind through new-growth hardwoods with unique terrain features left by the mining era.

**Region:** Midwest • **Trail type:** Trail • **Rating:** 4.1/5 • **Permit required**

**Highlights:** Coal country history, Reclaimed land, New growth forest, Unique terrain, ATV friendly

**Nearby campgrounds:**
- [Sycamore Bend Camp (Logan, Ohio)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/ohio/sycamore-bend-camp)
- [Buckeye Ridge Camp (Logan, Ohio)](https://4x4playground.com/camping/ohio/buckeye-ridge-camp)

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