Air quality across the state is being affected by wildfire smoke. Before heading outdoors, get information on current conditions and alerts at Michigan.gov/MiAir, and learn about the state’s response to inform and protect the public at Michigan.gov/EGLEWildfireSmoke.
Michigan has over 4,000 miles of state-designated ORV trails, scramble areas, (eligible) county, state forest and national forest roads, and frozen surfaces of public waters, making it a top destination for ORV riders of all levels. Find information on permits, rules and regulations, and where to ride.
Learn the requirements for when you need to purchase an ORV license and an ORV trail permit. See a chart of requirements by vehicle type.
Find interactive ORV trail and route maps, PDF maps and GPX files. Plus, information on scramble areas (Silver Lake, Holly Oaks, etc.), state forest roads and more.
Read the ORV handbook and find additional rules.
Age requirement to operate an ORV and who needs a safety certificate.
See which forest roads you can ride on, provide comments on proposed roads.
Learn how to "Ride Right" so you ride home safe.
Ride without a license or trail permit on Free ORV Weekend.
Check for trail closures and detours.
Required for vehicle entry to state trailheads, parks and campgrounds.
Get answers to frequently asked questions.
Learn how to share the trails.
The Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Workgroup assists the Michigan Trails Advisory Council and advises the DNR as it relates to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s designated snowmobile trail system.
