PA Wilds BDR-X
The PA Wilds BDR-X route — Pennsylvania backroads, forest, and ridgelines. Glamping the whole way.
The Ride
Five days riding the Pennsylvania Wilds Backcountry Discovery Route (BDR-X) through the heart of PA's most remote forests and state game lands. We meet at Rutter's Gas Station in Milroy, PA on Wednesday, July 22 — kickstands up at 10:00 AM — and ride the route counter-clockwise: Section 4 → Section 1 → Section 2 → rest day in the Weedville / Benezette (Elk Country) area → Section 3, wrapping Saturday, July 26 back at Rutter's in Milroy. Open to all skill levels: most of the BDR-X route is beginner-friendly with sections that step up for more experienced riders. Glamping the whole way — Airbnbs and cabins reserved for the group in advance, since mid-summer in the PA Wilds is too hot to camp. Capped at 10 riders, with 3 spots already reserved.
What riders said
About our last weekend.
"Great event, well directed and organized by John and Anthony."
"Count me in for the next one!"
"Excellent routes, delicious food, and overall very professional. They really care about everyone in the group!"
Arrival & day-of
- Meetup: Rutter's Gas Station, 20 Commerce Dr, Reedsville, PA 17084 (Milroy). Kickstands up at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 22 — arrive fueled and ready to ride.
- Early arrival: Riders who want to arrive the night before (7/21) can book the Best Western in Milroy on their own — not included in the trip.
- Day-of contact: Reply to your confirmation email if you're running late, lost, or have a mechanical on the way. We'll send a final logistics note Monday evening with the weather call and any last-minute details.
Trip Outline
- Day 1 — Wed Jul 22 · Meet at Rutter's Gas Station, 20 Commerce Dr, Reedsville, PA 17084 (Milroy). Kickstands up at 10:00 AM. Section 4 · ~111 miles · finish in Jersey Shore, PA.
- Day 2 — Thu Jul 23 · Section 1 · ~136 miles · finish in Gaines, PA.
- Day 3 — Fri Jul 24 · Section 2 · ~107 miles · finish in Weedville, PA.
- Day 4 — Sat Jul 25 · Rest day in Elk Country, Weedville / Benezette area — recover, wrench, explore.
- Day 5 — Sun Jul 26 · Section 3 · ~165 miles · finish back at Rutter's in Milroy.
Included
- · Full trip coordination — we plan and book everything so you just show up and ride
- · Group glamping reserved in advance (Airbnbs / cabins along the route)
- · Curated route following the full PA Wilds BDR-X tracks (4 riding days + 1 rest day)
- · Daily itinerary and GPX files shared in advance
- · Two ride leaders coordinating the group on the road
- · Small group experience — 10 riders maximum
Good to know
- · $260 per rider — full price, no deposit. Fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the start of the event (minus processing fees). Riders who already paid the $50 deposit will have it credited toward the $260 total and be invoiced separately for the $210 balance.
- · Capped at 10 riders — 3 spots already reserved, 7 spots remaining
- · Glamping only: Airbnbs and cabins reserved for the group in advance (mid-summer in the PA Wilds is too hot to camp)
- · Meet-up point: Rutter's Gas Station, 20 Commerce Dr, Reedsville, PA 17084 (Milroy) — kickstands up at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 22. Arrive ready to ride.
- · Want to arrive the night before? Riders can book the Best Western in Milroy on their own for the night of 7/21 — not included in the trip.
- · 5-day structure: Wed Jul 22 (meet at Rutter's, Milroy · Section 4 · ~111 mi · Jersey Shore, PA) → Thu Jul 23 (Section 1 · ~136 mi · Gaines, PA) → Fri Jul 24 (Section 2 · ~107 mi · Weedville, PA) → Sat Jul 25 (rest day · Elk Country, Weedville / Benezette) → Sun Jul 26 (Section 3 · ~165 mi · finish at Rutter's, Milroy).
- · Open to all skill levels — beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Most of the BDR-X route is beginner-friendly, with sections that step up for more experienced riders.
- · Insurance coverage TBA — we're confirming whether AMA covers this event or if supplemental insurance is required
- · Meals are not included — food and drinks on the route are on you
- · Bike trailering may be available for a few riders — contact us to arrange (additional cost)
What to bring
- · Riding gear — helmet, jacket, gloves, boots
- · Basic tools + tire repair / plug kit
- · Hydration pack or water bottles
- · Cash/card for meals, fuel, and drinks along the route
- · AMA membership card (or number)
- · Rain gear and layers for changing mountain weather
- · Personal overnight bag (glamping accommodations provided — no camping gear needed)
Your bike & skill
- · Open to all skill levels — beginner, intermediate, and advanced
- · Majority of the BDR-X route is beginner-friendly gravel and forest service roads, with sections that step up for more experienced riders
- · Comfortable on gravel, forest service roads, and two-track
- · Comfortable with possible mud and minor water crossings
- · Street-legal / plated dual-sport or ADV bike from 150cc and up with knobby or 50/50 tires
- · ~150 mi fuel range, in solid mechanical condition (fresh tires, chain, brakes)
Weather & cancellation
Rain or shine. Adventure riding happens in the rain — bring proper rain gear and dress in layers. The only weather cancellation is a severe storm that makes riding or driving genuinely unsafe. In that rare case, we'll reschedule or refund. Otherwise, the standard policy applies: full refund up to 30 days before the event.
Location
Rutter's Gas Station, 20 Commerce Dr, Reedsville, PA 17084Tap the address or map to open directions in Google Maps.
Route
We ride the full PA Wilds BDR-X counter-clockwise — Section 4 → Section 1 → Section 2 → rest day in the Weedville / Benezette (Elk Country) area → Section 3 — meeting and finishing at Rutter's Gas Station in Milroy, PA. Mostly gravel, forest service roads, and ridgeline two-track through Pennsylvania's most remote state game lands.
- Distance
- ~500 miles
- Terrain
- Gravel · forest service roads · light two-track · minor water crossings
Common questions
Do I need to be an experienced off-road rider?+
Yes, the ride is beginner friendly but some off road experience is preferred. If you haven't ridden off road before, getting some instruction prior is highly recommended.
What bike do I need?+
Any street-legal dual-sport or ADV bike from 150cc and up with knobby or 50/50 tires, ~150 mi of fuel range, and fresh tires/chain/brakes. Pick what you ride well.
How much is the ride and what does it cover?+
$260 per rider, due in full at checkout — no deposit. That covers full trip coordination, group glamping (Airbnbs/cabins reserved in advance along the route), the curated PA Wilds BDR-X route with daily itinerary and GPX files, and two ride leaders coordinating the group on the road. Meals, fuel, and drinks on the route are on you. Riders who already paid the $50 deposit will have it credited toward the $260 and be invoiced separately for the $210 balance.
Is my payment refundable?+
Yes — fully refundable up to 7 days prior to the start of the event (minus processing fees).
Where do we meet, and can I arrive the night before?+
We meet at Rutter's Gas Station, 20 Commerce Dr, Reedsville, PA 17084 (Milroy). Kickstands up at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 22 — arrive fueled and ready to ride. If you'd rather arrive the night before, you can book the Best Western in Milroy on your own for the night of 7/21 (not included in the trip).
What if it rains?+
We ride. Adventure riding happens in weather — bring proper rain gear and layers. We only cancel for severe storms that make riding or driving genuinely unsafe; in that case we reschedule or refund.
Can I trailer to the meetup?+
Yes. Riders can trailer to Rutter's in Milroy, ride the route, and return to Milroy on Day 5 to load up and head home. Bike trailering may be available for a couple of riders for an additional cost — contact us to arrange.
Do I need AMA membership?+
Insurance coverage is TBA for this event — we're confirming whether AMA covers it or if supplemental insurance is required. We'll share the final answer with confirmed riders before the ride.
How big is the group?+
Hard-capped at 10 paying riders, plus 2 ride leaders. Small enough to actually know everyone by Day 2.
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