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Oregon Parks and Recreation Department: ATVs


Required ATV and Off-road Motorcycle Safety Education Courses
Proper leg length and grip reach On-line Safety Course required now
Over 65,000 riders have already completed the training in 2009. This free course is available for all riders of Class I and Class III ATVs.

Register and take the course

Hands-on Training Course required for youth in 2012.

Youth 15 and under will additionally be required to have hands-on training starting January 1, 2012. Don't wait until the last minute.

Sign up for a training course now
Rider Resources
Public Hearings Scheduled for New Administrative Rules
Recent changes in ATV law require OPRD to change some of our administrative rules with regard to ATV grants and ATV Safety Education.
Where to Ride
Train To Ride!
ATV Safety Training class
Did you know you could take a class that teaches you how to ride an ATV or Dirt Bike? Did you also know that OPRD pays 60% of those training classes for youth 15 and under?
Permits & Permit Agents
Operating Permit
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.
Laws and Rules/Protecting your Riding Privileges
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.
Agency Resources
Upcoming ATV Workshops
ATV Grants Workshop (Salem State Fair & Expo- Santiam Room: November 4th, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) RSVP pamela.berger@state.or.us.
Grants
Your ATV funds at work
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.
Laws and Rules
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.
Permits & Permit Agents
Operating Permit
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.

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