Summer Riding Season Tips

It is summer riding season for ATVs, UTVs, and Off-road vehicles.  The Iowa Department of Transportation is teaming up with Iowa State Patrol and Iowa DNR  to offer the following tips for driving safely and within the law:

Drivers 18+ years with valid driver’s license.

Operate only on state 2-lane or county highways on the most direct, accessible route to off-highway park/trail, nearest county road, authorized city street, or your residence.

Max speed 35 mph.

No impaired driving/open alcohol container.

Headlight(s) on at all times.

Proof of insurance & DNR registration.

Working horn, mirrors, headlight(s), taillights, and brake lights.

  • Slow-moving vehicle sign.