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Snowmobiling on public land
Opportunities for winter motorized recreation are seasonally available. Learn more about snowmobiling on public land.
Overview
There are plenty of opportunities for motorized recreation on public land (within and outside of Public Land Use Zones, and on provincial trails) and in some provincial park sites.
Trails and areas that permit motorized recreation may have activity timing restrictions and only allow motorized use at certain times of the year to ensure sustainable recreational use of the area, and to protect sensitive landscapes and species from damage.
Motorized recreationists are outdoor enthusiasts who use off-highway vehicles (OHVs) or, where permitted, road legal vehicles for off-road or overland travel. Trucks, jeeps and modified 4x4 vehicles for overland travel are not considered OHVs.
OHV
Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act defines an OHV as a(an):
- amphibious craft
- dune buggy
- off-road motorcycle
- quad and trike
- snowmobile
Plan your trip
Contact
For more information, or to report any public safety incidents or illegal activity during your trip, call the Crown land reporting line:
Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Toll free: 310-LAND (5263)
Toll free (outside of Alberta): 1-833-310-5869
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