Snowmobile Registration
Minnesota Snowmobile
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register a snowmobile in Minnesota - fees, trail pass requirements, groomed trail information, and official agency links. Minnesota has one of the largest groomed snowmobile trail systems in the world, with over 22,000 miles of maintained trails. Registration is required for all snowmobiles operated in the state.
Annual (Nov 30 expiration) Period
Trail Pass Required
22,000 Groomed Miles
2026 Snowmobile Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$45.00
Annual (Nov 30 expiration) registration
Non-Resident Fee
$90.00
out-of-state registration
Trail Pass
Required
$35.00 resident
Groomed Miles
22,000
miles of groomed trails
Registration Fees
Minnesota Snowmobile Registration Fees
Resident Fee
$45.00
Annual (Nov 30 expiration) registration for Minnesota residents.
Non-Resident Fee
$90.00
Out-of-state riders visiting Minnesota.
Trail Pass (Resident)
$35.00
Required to access groomed trail systems.
Trail Pass (Non-Res.)
$35.00
Non-resident trail pass for visiting riders.
Trail System
Purchase Minnesota Trail Pass
Minnesota Snowmobile Trails
Trail Pass Required
A trail pass is required to ride on groomed trail systems in Minnesota.
Resident cost: $35.00.
Annual State Trail Pass sold by Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association (MnUSA). Required to ride on MnUSA-maintained groomed trails.
22,000+ miles of groomed snowmobile trails
Season typically runs December through March
Popular Trail Systems
North Shore State Trail, Paul Bunyan State Trail, Taconite State Trail, Casey Jones Trail, Soo Line Trail, Heartland State Trail.
Safety Rules
Minnesota Snowmobile Safety Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Helmet Required | Not Mandated (strongly recommended) |
| Minimum Age | 14 years old |
| Safety Course | Voluntary |
| Speed Limit | 55 mph on groomed trails |
| Headlight Required | Yes |
Reciprocity
Minnesota Snowmobile Reciprocity Agreements
Minnesota has reciprocity agreements with the following states - your Minnesota registration is recognized there:
Important Notes
Minnesota-Specific Rules
Riders under 18 must complete snowmobile safety training to operate on public trails. Minnesota has reciprocity agreements with Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Data last verified: January 1, 2025
Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (www.dnr.state.mn.us).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees with the agency before registering.