ATV/OHV Riding on the Iron Range

Exceptional Terrain Riding
The Iron Range region is home to Minnesota's first off-highway vehicle and ATV park. Located in Gilbert, the 1,200-acre Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area is managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and features more than 30 miles of trail possibilities, diverse riding terrain and unbelievable scenic overlooks. The park offers trails for 4x4 vehicles, motorcycles, and All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).

Iron Range OHV Park - Gilbert
For more information on the Iron Range OHV Recreation Area, call 888-MINN-DNR or 218-748-2207 or click here.

Camping
The Sherwood Forest Campground in Gilbert is located adjacent to the Minnesota OHV Recreation Area by dirt trail.

More Information
For more information on these trails, please the DNR at 1-888-MINN-DNR.

The Iron Range region offers riders more opportunities and more diverse terrain and great riding experiences than any other area in the state of Minnesota.

Many lodging facilities and campgrounds cater to ATV-OHV riders and some offer special lodging packages. The region is also home to Polaris, Yamaha, Honda, Arctic Cat, and Bombardier factory authorized dealers and service centers for your convenience.

DNR urges safety first for all ATV operators (April 1, 2008)
Anyone born after July 1, 1987, who operates an ATV on public lands in Minnesota, must successfully complete the independent study ATV Safety Training CD course. Youth ages 11-15 must complete the ATV CD Course and riding component before riding on public lands. The ATV Training CDs are available by calling the DNR Information Center at (651) 296-6157 or 1-888-MINNDNR (646-6367).