ATV Registration
Pennsylvania ATV & OHV
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register an ATV, UTV, or off-highway vehicle in Pennsylvania — official agency links, fees, trail permit requirements, and safety regulations. Pennsylvania requires an OHV permit for all ATVs and OHVs operated on state forest, state park, and state game lands. The permit funds trail maintenance and law enforcement on Pennsylvania's OHV trail systems.
Annual Registration Period
Trail Permit Required
Helmet Required
2026 OHV Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
ATV Fee
$29.00
annual registration
UTV / SxS Fee
$29.00
annual registration
Trail Permit?
Required
$29.00 permit fee
Min. Age
8 yrs
Helmet required
Registration Fees
Pennsylvania OHV Registration Fees & Requirements
All OHVs operated on public lands in Pennsylvania must display a current registration. Fees vary by vehicle type.
ATV / Quad
$29.00
Annual registration fee for standard ATVs and quads.
UTV / Side-by-Side
$29.00
Annual registration fee for UTVs and side-by-sides.
Dirt Bike / MX
$29.00
Annual registration fee for dirt bikes and motocross bikes.
Registration Period
Annual
No title required.
Safety Rules
Pennsylvania OHV Safety Requirements
Pennsylvania has specific safety requirements for OHV operators. Know the rules before you ride.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 8 years old |
| Helmet Required | Required |
| Safety Course | Voluntary (recommended for all new riders) |
| Title Required | No |
| Insurance Required | Not Required |
Trail Access
Purchase Pennsylvania Trail Permit
Pennsylvania OHV Trails & Public Land Access
Trail Permit Required
A separate trail permit is required to ride on managed OHV trail systems in Pennsylvania.
Cost: $29.00.
The PA OHV Permit IS both the registration and the trail pass for Pennsylvania state-managed OHV areas.
800+ miles of OHV-designated trails in Pennsylvania
Popular Riding Areas
Bald Eagle State Forest OHV Area, Tiadaghton State Forest, Elk State Forest OHV Trails, Sproul State Forest, Clear Creek State Park.
Public Land Access
Important Notes
Pennsylvania-Specific OHV Rules
All Pennsylvania OHV riders must wear an approved helmet — no exceptions. Riders under 8 may not operate OHVs on public lands. Operators under 16 must be supervised by an adult.
Street Legal: ATVs are not street-legal in Pennsylvania.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks — OHV Program (www.dcnr.pa.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the agency before registering.