Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)

There are many opportunities on the Modoc National Forest for OHV Riding. This diverse forest offers a variety of opportunities for many different skill levels and types of riding. 

OHV Road Riding

All vehicles that are operated on public lands must be registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The registration fee is set by the State of California, and is valid for a two-year period. The OHV fund is used for acquisition of new OHV areas, development and operation of existing OHV areas, enforcement of the rules and regulations, and protection of the natural resources. DMV will issue a Green or Red Sticker for off-road vehicles.
Vehicles that can be operated both on and off-highway will be given a street-legal license. If your vehicle is street-legal and carries a license, you have access to all open highways, roadways, and OHV routes within the National Forests unless they are posted "closed".
If your vehicle only carries an off-highway registration you are restricted to Forest Service gravel and dirt roads on the Modoc National Forest.
Forest roads and trails pass through both public and private lands. Please respect the rights of private landowners and other posted lands. Off Road Vehicle Travel is prohibited in the:
• South Warner Wilderness
• Medicine Lake Highlands
• Geological Special Interest Areas
• Devil's Garden Research Natural Area.

OHV Trail Riding

There are no designated OHV trails on the Modoc National Forest. Road riding is the approved OHV activity. Remember roads are shared with large trucks, recreational vehicles, horses, bicycles and hikers. All vehicles must be registered with the CA Department of Motor Vehicles.

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