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Utah ATV and UTV Laws
Planning to ride an ATV or side-by-side in Utah? Here are the rules that matter most, in plain English: the education course every driver needs, helmets, riding on roads, sand dune flags and what you need before you rent with us.
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Utah OHV rules: quick answers
| Education course | Required for every OHV driver in Utah since January 1, 2023. The adult course is free, online and takes about 15 to 30 minutes. |
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| Renting | Utah law says an OHV can’t be rented to someone who hasn’t completed the course. |
| Helmets | Required for riders under 18. We include helmets and goggles with every rental. |
| On the road | Street-legal ATVs and UTVs can use many Utah roads. Drivers on a roadway must be at least 16 with a valid driver’s license. |
| Sand dunes | A whip flag is required at Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Little Sahara and Big Sand Mountain. |
| Out-of-state machines | Need a Utah non-resident OHV permit. Rental machines are already registered in Utah. |
Booking online is the fastest way to check availability. Every rental includes helmets and goggles.
The Utah OHV education course
Since January 1, 2023, everyone who drives an off-highway vehicle on public land, roads or trails in Utah must complete the state’s OHV education course. That includes visitors.
- Drivers 18 and older take the free online adult course. It takes about 15 to 30 minutes and only has to be done once. Save the certificate on your phone.
- Riders under 18 need the separate Youth OHV Education certificate, from the online youth course or an approved in-person class. See our kids and youth ATV rules page.
Take the course before your rental day so you’re ready to ride when you arrive. You’ll find it on the Utah OHV program website.
Helmets and safety gear
Utah requires helmets for OHV riders under 18, and we recommend them for everyone. Every rental from us comes with helmets and goggles. Closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and plenty of water make for a much better day.
Riding on Utah roads
Utah allows street-legal ATVs and UTVs on many public roads, which is why our machines can often be driven right from our location to nearby trails. A few things to know:
- To drive an OHV on a roadway you must be at least 16 and have a valid driver’s license. Our rental drivers must be 18 or older.
- Street-legal machines are not allowed on interstate freeways.
- Normal traffic laws apply, including speed limits and Utah’s DUI laws.
Where you can ride
Stay on designated OHV routes and open riding areas. OHVs are not allowed in most national parks or wilderness areas, so check the land manager’s map for the area you’re riding. Popular legal riding areas include Sand Hollow, Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Little Sahara and the trails in our best ATV trails in Utah guide.
Whip flags on sand dunes
Utah requires a whip flag on OHVs at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Big Sand Mountain and Little Sahara, so other riders can see you coming over the dunes.
Renting an ATV or UTV with us
- Drivers must be 18 or older with a valid driver’s license.
- Passengers of any age can ride with a guardian’s approval.
- The driver must complete Utah’s OHV education course before riding.
- Helmets and goggles are included. Fuel and taxes are additional, and the damage waiver is optional.
- Drive right from our location, or meet your machine on location at the riding area, with no towing required.
Utah ATV law questions
Do tourists need the Utah OHV course?
Yes. The requirement applies to everyone who drives an OHV on public land in Utah, including visitors.
Do I need a Utah OHV permit if I rent?
No. Non-resident permits are for machines brought in from out of state. Rental machines are already registered in Utah. See our out-of-state OHV permit page for details.
Can I drive a rental UTV on the highway?
Street-legal machines can use many public roads, but not interstate freeways. We’ll point you to the best route from our location.
This page is a plain-English summary to help you plan, not legal advice. Rules change, so check the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation OHV program before you ride.
Ready to ride? Book online for live availability, or call or text us with questions.