ATV Registration
Washington ATV & OHV
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register an ATV, UTV, or off-highway vehicle in Washington — official agency links, fees, trail permit requirements, and safety regulations. Washington manages an extensive Nonhighway Road (NHR) and OHV trail system. ATVs and OHVs must display a current vehicle registration and a Discover Pass or OHV permit to access state-managed OHV areas.
Annual Registration Period
Trail Permit Required
Helmet Required
2026 OHV Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
ATV Fee
$18.00
annual registration
UTV / SxS Fee
$18.00
annual registration
Trail Permit?
Required
$35.00 permit fee
Min. Age
12 yrs
Helmet required
Registration Fees
Washington OHV Registration Fees & Requirements
All OHVs operated on public lands in Washington must display a current registration. Fees vary by vehicle type.
ATV / Quad
$18.00
Annual registration fee for standard ATVs and quads.
UTV / Side-by-Side
$18.00
Annual registration fee for UTVs and side-by-sides.
Dirt Bike / MX
$18.00
Annual registration fee for dirt bikes and motocross bikes.
Registration Period
Annual
No title required.
Safety Rules
Washington OHV Safety Requirements
Washington has specific safety requirements for OHV operators. Know the rules before you ride.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 12 years old |
| Helmet Required | Required |
| Safety Course | Voluntary (recommended for all new riders) |
| Title Required | No |
| Insurance Required | Not Required |
Trail Access
Purchase Washington Trail Permit
Washington OHV Trails & Public Land Access
Trail Permit Required
A separate trail permit is required to ride on managed OHV trail systems in Washington.
Cost: $35.00.
A Discover Pass ($35/year or $11.50/day) is required to access Washington State Parks OHV areas and some DNR lands.
1,200+ miles of OHV-designated trails in Washington
Popular Riding Areas
Reiter Foothills Forest OHV, Tahuya State Forest, Capitol State Forest, Ahtanum State Forest, Colockum Wildlife Area.
Public Land Access
Important Notes
Washington-Specific OHV Rules
Washington requires helmets for ALL riders on public OHV lands — no exceptions. Riders under 18 must have an OHV safety certificate to operate on public lands.
Street Legal: ATVs are not street-legal in Washington. UTVs require a separate street-legal conversion process.
Noise Limits: 96 dB limit on public lands.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (parks.wa.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the agency before registering.