ATV Registration
Florida ATV & OHV
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register an ATV, UTV, or off-highway vehicle in Florida — official agency links, fees, trail permit requirements, and safety regulations. Florida requires OHV registration for ATVs and UTVs operated on state forest OHV areas. Florida State Forests offer OHV riding opportunities in designated areas. The warm climate makes Florida a year-round riding destination.
Annual Registration Period
Helmet Required
2026 OHV Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
ATV Fee
$32.50
annual registration
UTV / SxS Fee
$32.50
annual registration
Trail Permit?
Not Required
Min. Age
16 yrs
Helmet required
Registration Fees
Florida OHV Registration Fees & Requirements
All OHVs operated on public lands in Florida must display a current registration. Fees vary by vehicle type.
ATV / Quad
$32.50
Annual registration fee for standard ATVs and quads.
UTV / Side-by-Side
$32.50
Annual registration fee for UTVs and side-by-sides.
Registration Period
Annual
No title required.
Safety Rules
Florida OHV Safety Requirements
Florida has specific safety requirements for OHV operators. Know the rules before you ride.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 16 years old |
| Helmet Required | Required |
| Safety Course | Voluntary (recommended for all new riders) |
| Title Required | No |
| Insurance Required | Not Required |
Trail Access
Florida OHV Trails & Public Land Access
Florida does not require a separate trail permit — OHV registration alone grants access to designated public land riding areas.
The state has approximately 350 miles of OHV-designated trails.
Popular Riding Areas
Croom Motorcycle Area (Withlacoochee State Forest), Twin Rivers State Forest OHV, Richloam OHV Area, Blackwater River State Forest.
Public Land Access
Important Notes
Florida-Specific OHV Rules
All OHV riders must wear ANSI-certified helmets on state forest lands. ATVs must remain on designated OHV trails — off-trail riding is prohibited in Florida state forests.
Street Legal: ATVs are not street-legal in Florida except on rural unpaved county roads where county ordinance allows.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (www.fdacs.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the agency before registering.