2025 FREE WEEKEND EVENTS
KNOW YOUR TRAIL MARKERS
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KNOW YOUR TRAIL MARKERS
2025 FREE WEEKEND EVENTS
KNOW YOUR TRAIL MARKERS
Maine has an amazing network of trails making it possible for ATV and snowmobile riders to explore thousands of miles across the state. Access to these trails is made possible thanks in part to many generous private landowners.
FREE ATV WEEKEND: AUGUST 15-17, 2025 During Free ATV weekend a nonresident may operate in Maine on an ATV that is not registered in Maine if the nonresident’ s ATV has a valid registration from another state or a Canadian province.
FREE SNOWMOBILE WEEKEND: MARCH 7-9, 2025 During the annual Free Snowmobile Weekend a nonresident( from another state or province) may operate a snowmobile in Maine( no reciprocity necessary) so long as he / she has a valid registration from his / her home state or province. Participants must register for Free Snowmobile Weekend online at mefishwildlife. com / snowmobile, Title 12 MRSA, § 13104, subsection 7, paragraph E & F.
Note: The date for the reciprocal weekend will be determined annually. Some states and provinces require proof of insurance and payment of a trail use fee or club membership. Call ahead for requirements and restrictions.
To ensure access to these trails remains open for recreational use, please respect landowners and stay on the marked trails!
Trail is OPEN to ATV use. These markers may also include additional information about the trail.
Trail is CLOSED to ATV use. This includes side by sides, dirt bikes, and motorcycles.
Off trail riding is prohibited in this area.
Trail is OPEN to snowmobile use. These markers may also include additional information about the trail.
Trail is CLOSED to snowmobile use.
Trail is CLOSED to motorcycles.
Note: Interconnected Trail System( ITS) trails are not always open to ATV use. ITS trails that are open to ATV use will be posted with ATV trail markers.
ATV & SNOWMOBILE SAFETY
ATV & Snowmobile Safety
Riding an ATV or snowmobile is a great way to enjoy the Maine outdoors. It’ s important to ride safely, responsibly, and to be prepared before you go. Many of Maine’ s ATV and snowmobile trails reside on private land. Respecting these generous private landowners by riding responsibly is critical to maintaining trail access in Maine.
Consider completing an ATV and snowmobile safety course to be a more safe and prepared operator! Maine offers safety courses online and in-person, including a combined ATV and snowmobile safety course.
In Maine, youth ages 10 to under 16, are required to successfully complete an approved ATV Safety Certification course to legally operate on land other than their own. Anyone 16 years of age or older is encouraged to take the course to be educated and prepared for safe riding.
Find a safety and education course today at mefishwildlife. com / safetycourses or call( 207) 287-5220.
RIDE SAFE & PREPARED
� Drive to the right and at an appropriate speed for the conditions and your experience.
� Stay alert and be aware of other riders, recreators, and wildlife on the trail.
� Always stay on marked trails.
� Never drink and ride.
� Leave a trip plan with someone else that includes your destination, travel times, contact information, and anything else that could aid in finding a rider who gets lost or injured.
� Be respectful on ATV access routes – yield to all traffic and never pass a vehicle.
� Signal riding intentions with other riders.
� Become familiar with the ATV and snowmobile. Different models handle differently so it’ s important to familiarize yourself with each machine you ride by reading the owner’ s manual and following the safety, maintenance and operational guidelines.
� Have a pre-ride safety checklist including checking the mechanical condition of the machine and making sure you have spare parts, survival items, and personal items needed for safety and comfort.
2024-25 STATE OF MAINE SUMMARY OF LAWS & RULES ATV & SNOWMOBILE