Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Explore 49 Blue "Barney Rubble Trail," one of the most technical rock crawling trails in the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (AOAA) in Pennsylvania. This rocky intermediate blue trail is packed with rocks of all sizes and is most challenging when run in an uphill direction, making it a serious test for rock crawling rigs of every build level.
Rated 5/10 on onX Offroad, Barney Rubble is more demanding than many typical AOAA trails. Reaching the trailhead requires covering over 2.5 miles of easy trail from the parking area, and you can choose between two alternate entrances depending on how you want to approach the challenge. Along the way, you can also earn a Jeep Badge of Honor by checking in on the app.
In this Pennsylvania trail review, we cover what to expect on 49 Blue Barney Rubble Trail, including how to access it from the parking area, the alternate entrance options, trail deviations visible on your onX map, major obstacles and points of interest, and the equipment and rig setup you'll want to bring. If you're attempting Barney Rubble for the first time, bringing a spotter is invaluable on rocky terrain like this — you may need to stack rocks, bump obstacles, winch, or use a tow strap, though even a relatively stock rig on 33s can find an easier line to the left.
onX Offroad makes it easy to find Barney Rubble and other AOAA trails, along with nearby access points and campsites. The extensive network of Guided Trails in AOAA lets you check Trail Reports before heading out, so you know your route is open and accessible. If you're looking for a rocky challenge that will test your skills and your rig, look no further than Pennsylvania's Barney Rubble Trail at the AOAA.
Find Barney Rubble Trail full route folder on the onX Offroad App:
webmap.onxmaps.com/offroad/share/content?share_id=01KWDWM3JGTV4J3AJNWH2DQHPA
0:00 Trail Preview
0:19 Introduction
1:14 Getting to the Trailhead
2:33 Deviations to the Trail
2:51 Entering Barney Rubble Trail
3:15 Alternate Entrances
4:07 Hitting the Rocks
4:23 Do You Need Lockers?
5:18 Crawling The Ledge
5:42 Closer Look at The Ledge
6:18 Big Rocks
7:29 Trail Reports
7:45 Finishing the Harder Line
8:07 The Easier Line (Running it again NO FRONT LOCKER)
8:52 The Awkward Part
9:37 Wrap up: What You Need to Come Run Barney Rubble!
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Explore 49 Blue "Barney Rubble Trail," one of the most technical rock crawling trails in the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (AOAA) in Pennsylvania. This rocky intermediate blue trail is packed with rocks of all sizes and is most challenging when run in an uphill direction, making it a serious test for rock crawling rigs of every build level.
Rated 5/10 on onX Offroad, Barney Rubble is more demanding than many typical AOAA trails. Reaching the trailhead requires covering over 2.5 miles of easy trail from the parking area, and you can choose between two alternate entrances depending on how you want to approach the challenge. Along the way, you can also earn a Jeep Badge of Honor by checking in on the app.
In this Pennsylvania trail review, we cover what to expect on 49 Blue Barney Rubble Trail, including how to access it from the parking area, the alternate entrance options, trail deviations visible on your onX map, major obstacles and points of interest, and the equipment and rig setup you'll want to bring. If you're attempting Barney Rubble for the first time, bringing a spotter is invaluable on rocky terrain like this — you may need to stack rocks, bump obstacles, winch, or use a tow strap, though even a relatively stock rig on 33s can find an easier line to the left.
onX Offroad makes it easy to find Barney Rubble and other AOAA trails, along with nearby access points and campsites. The extensive network of Guided Trails in AOAA lets you check Trail Reports before heading out, so you know your route is open and accessible. If you're looking for a rocky challenge that will test your skills and your rig, look no further than Pennsylvania's Barney Rubble Trail at the AOAA.
Find Barney Rubble Trail full route folder on the onX Offroad App:
webmap.onxmaps.com/offroad/share/content?share_id=01KWDWM3JGTV4J3AJNWH2DQHPA
0:00 Trail Preview
0:19 Introduction
1:14 Getting to the Trailhead
2:33 Deviations to the Trail
2:51 Entering Barney Rubble Trail
3:15 Alternate Entrances
4:07 Hitting the Rocks
4:23 Do You Need Lockers?
5:18 Crawling The Ledge
5:42 Closer Look at The Ledge
6:18 Big Rocks
7:29 Trail Reports
7:45 Finishing the Harder Line
8:07 The Easier Line (Running it again NO FRONT LOCKER)
8:52 The Awkward Part
9:37 Wrap up: What You Need to Come Run Barney Rubble!
Try the onX Offroad App for 1 Month Free today:
bit.ly/4ePnGE7
#onXOffroad #AOAA, #AnthraciteOutdoorAdventureArea #BarneyRubbleTrail #Pennsylvaniaoff-roading #rockcrawlingtrail, #off-roadtrailreview
