| Over the last 10 years, individuals, couples and | | | | private land owners allow ATV riders to use their |
| families have learned they can enjoy the great | | | | land for excursions. A lot of pristine private land can |
| outdoors with their new ATV. Because of this, the | | | | be accessed simply by asking for permission. You |
| recreational use of all terrain vehicles has increased | | | | should always make certain to respect posted land |
| substantially, and continues to do so. This increase in | | | | signs and not trespass without permission. |
| the use of an ATV has opened up many resources | | | | When gaining access to private land for ATV riding, |
| for riders previously not available. Many people want | | | | you should leave the wilderness in the same condition |
| the excitement of the wilderness, while many prefer | | | | as you found it. |
| to stay close to home. Whatever the preference, | | | | ATV Parks |
| resources now exist to accommodate every ATV | | | | Commercial ATV parks are becoming more and more |
| rider. | | | | popular as sources of great riding amenities. The |
| Here are some options that will help you to enjoy | | | | parks feature circular, motocross style and trail riding |
| the great outdoors with your new ATV: | | | | features to satisfy every kind of ATV rider. ATV |
| - State Parks | | | | parks are generally safer, as the trails, and tracks are |
| - Private Land | | | | maintained better, and more consistently. |
| - ATV Parks | | | | Campgrounds, showers and restaurants make these |
| - Vacationing | | | | parks a one stop attraction for those who don't |
| State Parks | | | | want to be too far from the comforts of home. |
| The greatest holders of wilderness land in many | | | | For a fun and challenging weekend, commercial ATV |
| areas are state governments, making state parks | | | | parks are ideal locations for providing safe and well |
| ideal locations for finding the best ATV trails. These | | | | maintained trails for riders of every skill level. |
| trails are maintained well, and are mapped out for | | | | Vacationing |
| easy access. Many trails are free of charge to use | | | | A great opportunity for bonding and reconnecting |
| while others require a small fee. Periodic patrols by | | | | with the family is to pack up your camping gear and |
| rangers also make riding state park trails safe for the | | | | go on an ATV vacation. It will require a bit of |
| whole family. | | | | research and preparation, but it will be worth the |
| State parks are spending more money then ever | | | | time and trouble. Just think about it - a family |
| before to create and maintain riding trails. State parks | | | | vacation camping in the great outdoors, away from |
| offer many opportunities for ATV riders to enjoy | | | | the hustle and bustle of everyday life! You won't |
| the great outdoors. | | | | even have to hike at all if you don't want to, you |
| Private Land | | | | can ride in on your ATV! |
| Much of the land that is desirable for trekking on | | | | A family camping vacation in the wilderness is a great |
| ATV is of course privately owned land. Now this | | | | way to recharge and enjoy the great outdoors. |
| doesn't mean it is inaccessible for riding; in fact, many | | | | |