Where can I ride?

[Ole #1]

I just bought my first atv and I don't have a clue where I can ride it, other than private property.

Are there trails that are open to the public? If so, where can I find that info?

I am very excited to pick it up, it should be ready by the middle of next week.

Thanks for the replys in advance.

Ole

[pulsar_nx]

The dnr HSOforum has a list of trails and some maps of the trails. Countys also have some trails that are open to atv's that aren't advertized. For that I would call the courthouse or maybe a local atv dealer.

[Dave]

Congrats, Ole! Use your new ATV wisely, safely and stay on the trails, please. This link is the DNR HSOforum for "designated" trails. Other non-designated trails may be available in those forests as well.

http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/rmv/list.html

Another important HSOforum is the All Terrain Vehicle Association of Minnesota (ATVAM)
ATVAM represenys all the ATV Clubs in Minnesota. Look at the list and contact a club in your area. They will also know where to ride.

www.atvam.org

To ride in ditches, call your town or city hall. The city or a DNR conservation officer or DNR office should be able to tell you what other county and state lands are open to ATVs. If you see a sign that states "No motorized vehicles", please don't ride there. Hope this helps you. If you need more help with anything, come on back and ask.

[Ole #1]

Thank you for the info. I do have some deer stands to hang for bowhunting and trails to make, but that will only keep me busy for a day or so.

I can't wait to get out and do some trail riding.

Thanks again.

Ole

[Guest]

If you want some fun trail and hill climbing head to Gilbert and thier new OHV park it was a blast.

Have fun and be safe.

[Ole #1]

I did see that the last time I was in the range, I'll have to try it.

Just in case anyone was wondering, the atv I purchased was a Bombardier Outlander 400 HO.

I have about 6 hours on it so far and I love it, very nice ride and powerfull too. I think I'm going to buy another one for the wife.

Thanks again everyone for the info.

Ole

[Dave]

Ole, you have a new machine, be careful on those hill climbs