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To Ride an ATV:

  1. An ATV needs to be registered in the state of Wisconsin, display a registration decal from another state or display an out-of-state trail sticker.  The ATV must be registered prior to arrival. 

  2. You will also need a State Park admission sticker on the vehicle that tows in the ATV(s).  You may purchase that when you arrive.  Cost for cars with Wisconsin plates is $7/day or $25/year; for cars without Wisconsin plates the cost is $10/day or $35/year.  If you arrive when the office is closed you must self-register for an admission sticker or be subject to a fine.

  3. ATV operators at least 12 years of ages and born on or after January 1st, 1988 must have a DNR ATV safety certificate.  Persons 11 and under may only operate ATV’s with engines 90ccs or less and MUST be accompanied by a parent.  You may not ride double on an ATV unless there is a seat on the machine designed specifically by the manufacturer to carry two passengers.

  4. Helmets are required for all ATV operators/passengers under the age of 18. It is suggested all other wear helmets and safety gear and drive responsibly.
     
  5. Speed on the beginner’s loop is 10mph.

  6. We recommend that you call ahead to listen to the taped message every time you plan on visiting as trail availability is determined on a daily basis.  Number:  (262) 878-5600.

To ride a Dirt Bike:

  1. Anyone 16 years of age and older will need a trail pass.  Cost is $4/day or $20/year.

  2. You will also need a State Park admission sticker on the vehicle that tows in the bike(s).  You may purchase both when you arrive.  Cost for cars with Wisconsin plates is $7/day or $25/year; for cars without Wisconsin plates the cost is $10/day or $35/year.  If you arrive when the office is closed you must self-register for an admission sticker or be subject to a fine. 

  3. Helmets are required to be worn with chin strap fastened by ALL Dirt Bike operators regardless of age.

  4. We recommend that you call ahead to listen to the taped message every time you plan on visiting as trail availability is determined on a daily basis.  Number:  (262) 878-5600.

Why are the ATV/Dirt Bike Trails closed?

We determine the availability of the trails on a daily basis.  They may be closed for an event that is using that area or they may be closed due to weather.  We often can not tell you if they will be open tomorrow or on a certain weekend, that's why we recommend you call the day you would like to visit to listen to the taped message (262) 878-5600.   Loop 3 is closed until noon every day because dog training and ATV/Dirt Bike riding are not compatible activities.  This closure gives the dog trainers a safe time to train their dogs.  During pheasant hunting season they are closed each day until 2pm. 

What type of machines are allowed on the trails?
  1. Dirt Bikes of any size.
     
  2. ATV’s up to 48” wide, weighing up to 900 pounds with three or 4 low pressure tires and a seat that can be straddles.  Dune buggies, go-carts or other off-road vehicles including trucks are not allowed. 

  3. Machines must remain on the trail at all times, regardless of trail conditions.

  4. All machines must have a functioning muffler approved by the US Forest Service.

Q.   What do I do if I arrive and the office is closed?
You must self register.


Directions to self register
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There is a labeled self-registration box located next to the ice machine at the Entrance Station.  Lift the lid and there are arrows on the lid indicating which envelope to use for camping/vehicle admission stickers or trail passes or hunting.   The registration and envelope are all one form.  Please fill out the registration legibly and completely.  There is a fee schedule located on the wall of the building (just above the lid), place the correct amount (we take checks or cash) in the envelope.  Remove the top copy and place it on your vehicle dash (for camping and vehicle admission) or on your person (for trail or hunting passes).  Peel off the strip, fold it over and seal the envelope.  Put it in the slot in the yellow post.  If you want an annual sticker or annual trail pass, make sure we can read your name and address and put the correct amount in the envelope. We will mail the sticker to you.  If you do not self-register, you will be subject to a fine.
 

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ATV/Dirt Bike Registration
State Park Admission
Obtain a Trail Pass
Additional Trails
Wisconsin DNR
FAQs about the Park


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