OHRVs in New Hampshire
Riding a snowmobile or wheeled vehicle in New Hampshire can be fun and exciting for the whole family. Take a class, join a club and ride responsibly.
OHRV Safety Education
FIND A CLASS: Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) Safety Education Courses for snowmobiles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and trail bikes are taught by Fish and Game-certified volunteer instructors. Click here for the current OHRV Safety Education Course Schedule.
OHRV Laws Digest
Click here for a summary of OHRV rules: need-to-know information about riding snowmobiles, ATVs and trail bikes in New Hampshire.
Registering your OHRV
All snowmobiles and OHRVs must be registered if operated in New Hampshire off the owner's property. Click here to learn more about registering your snowmobile, All-Terrain Vehicle or trail bike.
- Current OHRV Laws Digest (includes license fee information)
- Vanity Decals
Riding OHRVs in N.H.
New Hampshire has miles of trails throughout the state - a great way to enjoy the outdoors!
- Click here for information on where to ride
- Click for list of N.H. OHRV Rental Agents
- Safe riding tips - stay safe on your snowmobile or ATV
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about using OHRVs in New Hampshire
OHRV Forms
- Accident Report Form
- Event Permit Application (Rule and new application)
- Trails Maintenance Vehicle Application
OHRV Landowner relations
Loud snowmobiles and OHRVs are a primary cause of complaints from landowners and other trail users. Vehicles powered by "two stroke" engines are the biggest offenders. All operators are encouraged to ride quiet vehicles. It is illegal to modify an exhaust system in any way that increases the noise level.
- Read the section on "Sound Levels and Tests" in the current N.H. OHRV Laws Digest.
- Click here to learn more about maintaining good relations with local landowners.
Fun stuff for kids
OHRV contacts and links:
- N.H. Fish and Game OHRV Education: ohrv@wildlife.nh.gov or 603-271-3129
- N.H. Fish and Game OHRV Registrations: 603-271-4300
- NH Bureau of Trails: www.nhtrails.org or 603-271-3254
- List of NH-based OHRV clubs (Trails Bureau)
- N.H. Snowmobile Association: www.nhsa.com or 603-273-0220
- New Hampshire Off Highway Vehicle Association: 1-888-847-1964 www.nhohva.org
- American Council of Snowmobile Associations: www.snowmobilers.org
- International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association: www.snowmobile.org
- National Off Highway Vehicle Conservation Council: www.nohvcc.org
- Merrimack Valley Trail Rides: www.mvtr.org
- Concord Honda OHRV Club: www.concordmotorcycle.com
- NH ATV Club: www.nhatv.com
- North Country ATV Club: www.greatnorthwoods.org/northcountryatvclub
- New England ATV Association: neatva.tripod.com
- Northeast Association of 4WD Clubs, Inc.: www.NEA4WD.org
