10 Best Places to Ride ATVs: Ohio Edition (2024)

If you're in Ohio and looking for new places to take your ATV, we've put together a list of noteworthy places that are worth the trip. This is not a ranking and the list is in no particular order.

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10 Best Places to Ride ATVs: Ohio Edition

Located in East Sparta, Bear Creek is open year-round and offers 26 miles of marked trails on 180 acres with 250 Ft. hill climb, woods and creeks. If you're looking to make a longer trip, they also have camping and cottage rentals. For more information on their location and other activities offered at Bear Creek, visit their website here.

If you're near Bloomingdale OH, Renegade Ridge has 15+ miles of marked trails ranging from "easy" to "hard" to accommodate riders of all skill levels and experience. To check the dates, they're open and for other information, check out their website here.

"The Doug" is owned and operated by the City of Harrison and is free to the public. It has a 1.2-mile-long track of natural terrain as well as a separate beginner track. This park does not have its own website, but you can visit the Facebook group for more information.

Maumee State Forest is in Swanton has 7 miles of trail that is mainly flat terrain which makes it great for beginners and is also free to the public. For more information on Maumee visit their website here.

We enjoyed Maumee State Forest! We would recommend our EV Stealth Electric Quad for this trail.

Located in Hemlock, Tec*mseh Trails has 45+ miles of trails over 1,000+ acres, including a wide variety of terrain. They have a marked trail and rating system to make their trails welcome to riders of all skill levels.

If you're near Latham, Pike State Forest offers approximately 20 miles of trails including a novice and experienced area offering a variety of terrain. Pike Forest is also free to the public.

Pine Lakes has been in Jefferson, Ohio since 1969. They have a racetrack, classic off-road trails, as well as a motocross track and an obstacle course. Pine Lake also has numerous events and races that are worth checking out. For more information and in-depth descriptions on the trails they offer, visit their Facebook Page or their website.

Established in 1928, Sandusky Valley Riders has built a place for riders of all skill levels. With 40 acres of trails and a 1.3-mile-long motocross track. SVR is open year round. More information can be found on their website here.

Walhounding Hills has over 60 acres of space for ATV and off road riding. They offer groomed trails for beginners and hill climbs for the more experienced riders.

Located in New Straitsville, with direct access to the Wayne National Forest ATV trail system, Bagley's is a prime destination for off road enthusiasts. Bagley's has 75 miles of trails designated for ATVs and has trails for novices and experts.

10 Best Places to Ride ATVs: Ohio Edition (2024)

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10 Best Places to Ride ATVs: Ohio Edition? ›

Maumee, Richland Furnace, Pike, and Perry state forests all have trails that are accessible to ATVs, side by sides, dirt bikes and dual sport motorcycles that are 62” or less in width and have a State Recreational Vehicle Registration with the BMV.

Where can I ride my UTV in Ohio? ›

Maumee, Richland Furnace, Pike, and Perry state forests all have trails that are accessible to ATVs, side by sides, dirt bikes and dual sport motorcycles that are 62” or less in width and have a State Recreational Vehicle Registration with the BMV.

How many people should ride an ATV at a time? ›

Never Go Alone: Always ride with at least one other person, but preferably in groups of three. If one rider is hurt, someone can stay with the rider while the other one gets help. Never move an injured rider. Tread Lightly: Know where to ride, and ride only on designated routes and trails.

How can I be a better quad rider? ›

back straight but not tense.
  1. To turn an ATV, keep most of your body weight on the outside foot peg and lean your upper body into the turn. ...
  2. When climbing hills, shift your body weight forward to keep the front wheels on the ground.
  3. If stopped while going uphill, do not apply the rear brake only.

Can I ride my four wheeler on the road in Ohio? ›

UTVs and other off-highway vehicles in Ohio can drive on the berm or shoulder of local and rural roads excluding freeways, state highways, and limited-access highways.

What is an APV in Ohio? ›

According to Ohio law, an “all-purpose vehicle” or APV is “any self-propelled vehicle designed primarily for cross-country travel on land and water, or on more than one type of terrain, and steered by wheels or caterpillar treads, or any combination thereof, including vehicles that operate on a cushion of air, vehicles ...

Who is the best ATV rider? ›

2022 Top 10
  1. 01 - AMA Pro. HETRICK. JOEL. #88. 451. WIENEN. ...
  2. 02 - Pro-Am. MOLANDER. DANE. #488. 182. CHAMBERS. ...
  3. 03 - Pro Sport. MUSICK. BRETT. #209. 189. SALINAS. ...
  4. 04 - Open B. LEHOTAY. MICHAEL. #313. 153. ...
  5. 05 - Open C. cumella. raymond. #03. 155. ...
  6. 06 - 450 A. LONDERVILLE. JAYDEN. #3. 163. ...
  7. 07 - 450 B. CHANEY. TRYSTIN. #227. 156. ...
  8. 08 - 450 C. VANFOSSEN. KAZIN. #80. 162.

What is the most reliable 4 wheeler? ›

Honda, a name synonymous with reliability and innovation, has maintained its reputation since the late 1960s. On the other hand, Polaris, a leader in global ATV sales, is famed for its broad range of ATV categories. Then we have Yamaha, a champion of recreational riding, with models like the YFZ 450R.

What is the most bought ATV? ›

What Is the Most Popular ATV Brand?
  1. Polaris. Polaris is one of the most popular ATV brands in the world due to its high-quality products, innovation, and reputation. ...
  2. Yamaha. Yamaha is another popular ATV brand that is known for its durability and reliability. ...
  3. Honda. ...
  4. Can-Am. ...
  5. Kawasaki. ...
  6. Suzuki. ...
  7. Maropak · CC BY-SA 3.0. ...
  8. Kymco.
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Do you need insurance on a UTV in Ohio? ›

It is law in Ohio that you must have insurance to drive any motor vehicle. A vehicle owner may not allow anyone else to drive their motor vehicle without insurance. Proof of insurance must be shown at traffic stops, accident scenes, and vehicle inspections.

What do you need to register a UTV in Ohio? ›

For registration, the following must be presented:
  1. Ohio certificate of title or memorandum of title (APV and off-road motorcycle only)
  2. Valid Ohio driver license, state ID or Social Security card.
  3. Approved Document List.
  4. If APV is primarily for agriculture use, registration is not required.

How to get OHV sticker in Ohio? ›

Snowmobiles, off-highway motorcycles and APVs must be properly registered with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles or Local Deputy Registrar. A $34.75 registration fee is collected for the issuance of a three-year registration. An Ohio Certificate of Title must be presented to register an off-highway motorcycle or APV.

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