04/30/2026
Marinette County ATV / UTV trails open Friday, May 1, 2026. With the season starting, we wanted to remind operators of some ATV / UTV regulations.
• Every operator born after 01-01-1988 must take an ATV safety course to LEGALLY operate on a trail or route. Think of it like a driver’s license.
• You must be at least 16 years old to operate an ATV or UTV by yourself on any route or 12 to 15 years old for ATV ONLY if accompanied by an adult.
• Every single OPERATOR OR PASSENGER under 18 years old MUST wear a helmet that is DOT certified. A bicycle helmet does not qualify. If you can’t find a helmet small enough for your child, then they are probably too small to ride on public trails and routes.
• Every Person riding in a UTV must be seated in a seat designed by the factory as a seat and with a seatbelt on. You CAN’T ride in back storage box areas, sitting on someone’s lap, or on the roof or front or rear racks. Yes – we have seen all.
• Front headlights and rear taillights MUST be turned on day or night while riding in a public way (routes or trails).
• All ATV’s and UTV’s must display a current registration sticker on BOTH sides of unit forward of the operator and in a visible location. There are no trail passes for in-state residents, registration only. There are out-of-state operating passes/registrations that must be purchased for out-of-state units.
• A rear registration plate is required for both ATV’s and UTV’s: Plates shall be 4 inches high x 7 1/2 inches wide with visible numbers/letters that are at least 1 ½” in size. Location shall be at least 12” off the ground and clearly visible and legible in all conditions.
Marinette County highways are open 24/7, 365, except County T between 64/41. All numbered highways, such as US Highway 41, US Highway 141, State Highway 64, State Highway 180, and US Highway 8 are NOT open for any ATV / UTV traffic.
Have a safe and enjoyable riding season!
