Two new laws affecting youth riding in Class II ATVs on Oregon's public land begun January 1, 2010. All youth under 18 must now wear helmets, and all youth under 16 must now wear seatbelts.
There are several Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) that cover laws regarding ATVs. Following these laws and getting involved with the OHV community can help keep areas open.
Getting training is the best way to get the basic skills you need to develop into a good rider. Did you know that hands-on training will be required for youth 15 and under beginning January 1, 2012? Did you also know that OPRD pays $45 of the cost for youth training?
Anyone operating their Class I, II, or III ATV on public lands needs to have an ATV Permit. Below are links for information about what they are and where to buy them, the different classes of ATVs, rider operating requirements, and reciprocity.
ATV Grants are administered under the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department's ATV Program. Here you will find everything you need to know about the grants, and the various public meetings and workshops that occur each year.
There are many Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) that cover laws regarding ATVs. Following these laws and getting involved with the OHV community can help keep areas open.
Anyone operating their Class I, II, or III ATV on public lands needs to have an ATV Permit. Below are links for information about what they are and where to buy them, the different classes of ATVs, rider operating requirements, and reciprocity.