Head to Oneida County in northern Wisconsin for your next ATV or UTV adventure, and you’ll discover great trails that pass through beautiful Northwoods scenery. Here’s what you need to know before you hit the trails.
What are the regulations for riding an ATV or UTV?
All ATV and UTV operators born on or after January 1, 1988, must complete a safety certification course to operate on public ATV/UTV trails in the state. Riders must be at least 16 years old and have a safety certificate to operate an ATV or UTV by themselves on a road route. Children ages 12 to 15 with a safety certificate can ride ATVs (not UTVs) on a road route only if they are accompanied by a parent or adult.
Operators and passengers under the age of 18 must wear a Wisconsin DOT-approved helmet.
Every occupant in a UTV must be seated with their seatbelt fastened.
See more rules and safety tips here.
Where can I ride an ATV or UTV in Oneida County?
There are two main ATV/UTV trails in Oneida County: the Lynne/Little Rice Trail System in the southwestern part of the county and the Enterprise Trail System south of Rhinelander.
The Lynne/Little Rice System includes 24 miles of woods trails, 23 miles of connecting ATV road routes, and 76 miles of town roads. The Enterprise Trail System consists of 12 miles of trails in the Oneida County Forest and is also home to an 11-site rustic campground. The Enterprise Trail System also connects to routes in Langlade County to the south and Lincoln County to the west.
Additionally, there are approximately 200 miles of woodland trails that are open to all motorized vehicles all year. Note that ATVs and UTVs are not permitted on trails maintained for snowmobiling in the winter.
Many Oneida County highways are also open to ATV and UTV traffic year-round—check with the county’s Forestry and Outdoor Recreation Department for more information.
What is the ATV/UTV season in Oneida County?
Trails typically open in mid-May depending on conditions, and Oneida County dirt trails close December 1.
Where can I get more information about Oneida County’s ATV and UTV trails?
If you want more information about riding in Oneida County, several resources are available:
- NorthwoodsATV-UTV.com (information about riding in Oneida County, Forest County, Langlade County, and Lincoln County)
- Oneida County Forestry and Outdoor Recreation
- Local ATV/UTV Clubs
Where can I rent ATVs and UTVs in Oneida County?
Local businesses that offer ATV and UTV rentals, sales, and service in Oneida County include Anchor Marine & Storage in Three Lakes and Joy Ride UTV Rental and Apparel in Lake Tomahawk.
Area 31 UTV Park in Minocqua offers guided UTV tours in a 4,000-acre wilderness that was once a Yamaha testing facility.
Are there restaurants and lodging properties along the trails?
You can find information about lodging options, trailside restaurants, gas stations, and more on the Oneida County page on NorthwoodsATV-UTV.com.
Learn more about ATVing and UTVing in Oneida County here.
Learn more about ATVing and UTVing in the Northwoods of Wisconsin here.
