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ATV, UTV & OHV Registration —
All 50 States

Find registration requirements, trail permits, safety course requirements, and official agency links for ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, and off-highway vehicles in all 50 states.

All 50 States Covered Trail Permit Info Safety Requirements
50States Covered
50Online Registration
1Require Safety Course
7Trail Permit Required
ATV, UTV & Dirt Bike fees
Trail permit requirements
Helmet & age rules
OHV mileage data
Official agency links
Why Register?

Why ATV & OHV Registration Matters

Trail Access
Many federal and state OHV trail systems require current registration to ride legally. Without it, you risk being turned away from popular trailheads — or issued a citation on the trail.
Safety
OHVs are involved in thousands of accidents annually. Registration funds emergency response infrastructure, rider education programs, and trail safety signage that protects everyone.
Conservation
OHV registration fees go directly to trail maintenance, erosion control, habitat restoration, and trailhead improvements — keeping public lands open for future riders.
Legal Compliance
Operating an unregistered OHV on public land can result in fines of $50–$500+, impoundment of your vehicle, and loss of trail access privileges. Registration protects your right to ride.
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AL
Alabama
Fees vary
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AK
Alaska
Fees vary
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AZ
Arizona
ATV From $25.00
Trail Permit Req.
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AR
Arkansas
Fees vary
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CA
California
ATV From $52.00
Trail Permit Req.
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CO
Colorado
ATV From $25.25
Trail Permit Req.
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CT
Connecticut
ATV From $18.00
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DE
Delaware
Fees vary
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FL
Florida
ATV From $32.50
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GA
Georgia
Fees vary
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HI
Hawaii
Fees vary
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ID
Idaho
ATV From $21.50
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IL
Illinois
ATV From $15.00
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IN
Indiana
ATV From $20.75
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IA
Iowa
ATV From $17.00
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KS
Kansas
Fees vary
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KY
Kentucky
ATV From $21.00
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LA
Louisiana
ATV From $15.00
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ME
Maine
ATV From $33.00
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MD
Maryland
ATV From $20.00
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MA
Massachusetts
ATV From $30.00
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MI
Michigan
ATV From $26.25
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MN
Minnesota
ATV From $15.00
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MS
Mississippi
Fees vary
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MO
Missouri
ATV From $15.00
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MT
Montana
ATV From $9.00
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NE
Nebraska
ATV From $21.00
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NV
Nevada
ATV From $33.00
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NH
New Hampshire
ATV From $47.00
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NJ
New Jersey
ATV From $23.50
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NM
New Mexico
Fees vary
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NY
New York
ATV From $17.50
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NC
North Carolina
Fees vary
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ND
North Dakota
ATV From $25.00
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OH
Ohio
ATV From $27.00
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OK
Oklahoma
Fees vary
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OR
Oregon
ATV From $36.00
Trail Permit Req.
Registration info Register online
PA
Pennsylvania
ATV From $29.00
Trail Permit Req.
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RI
Rhode Island
Fees vary
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SC
South Carolina
Fees vary
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SD
South Dakota
ATV From $30.00
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TN
Tennessee
ATV From $26.00
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TX
Texas
ATV From $12.00
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UT
Utah
ATV From $15.00
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VT
Vermont
ATV From $36.00
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VA
Virginia
ATV From $23.00
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WA
Washington
ATV From $18.00
Trail Permit Req.
Registration info Register online
WV
West Virginia
Fees vary
Trail Permit Req.
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WI
Wisconsin
ATV From $30.00
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WY
Wyoming
ATV From $15.00
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FAQ

Common ATV & OHV Registration Questions

It depends on the state. Many states — including California, Texas, and Florida — require a title for ATVs and UTVs, just like a car. Other states only require registration. A title proves ownership and is critical if you buy or sell a used ATV. Always check your state's specific requirements before completing a private sale.
Minimum age requirements vary widely. Most states require riders to be at least 16 to operate adult-sized ATVs on public lands without adult supervision. Some states (like Colorado and California) allow younger riders with parental supervision and mandatory safety courses. Many states prohibit children under 6 from riding any ATV.
In most states, ATVs and UTVs are not street-legal on public highways unless specifically modified and designated as Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs). However, some rural states like South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming allow OHV crossing of public roads. Some UTVs can be made street-legal with the right lighting and equipment package.
Registration is a one-time annual fee that identifies your machine and funds state programs. A trail permit (or trail pass) is an additional fee — charged by some states and many federal land managers — that specifically funds grooming, maintenance, and access to designated trail systems. You often need both to ride legally on managed trail networks.
California's OHV program uses a color-coded sticker system based on emissions. Green Sticker machines meet emissions standards and can ride year-round in all OHV areas. Red Sticker machines (older, higher-emission) are restricted from riding during certain months in high-pollution areas. All OHVs require a current OHV registration sticker to ride on California public lands.
Helmet requirements vary significantly by state. Some states mandate helmets for all riders (regardless of age), while others only require helmets for riders under 18. A handful of states have no mandatory helmet law for adults on private land, but require helmets on all public OHV areas. As a best practice, always wear a full-face helmet, goggles, and appropriate riding gear.