All-Terrain Vehicles
  • Three-wheelers, four-wheelers, side-by-sides, utility vehicles and amphibious vehicles are all considered to be all-terrain vehicles.
  • While operating an all-terrain vehicle you must carry proof of registration and insurance, valid ID, and a safety training certificate (if you are under the age of 16)
  • A license plate must be attached securely on the rear of the vehicle
  • An all-terrain vehicle must be registered each year
  • Operators may drive on approved trails and their own property.
  • All-terrain vehicles using managed trails must have a trail pass securely attached which is clearly visible
  • Avoid driving in environmentally sensitive areas, stay off private property, plantations and beaches
  • It is illegal to drive up and down streams
  • Cannot be driven within 7.5 metres of a highway unless on an approved trail
  • When crossing a highway operator must bring vehicle to complete stop, then proceed directly across the highway
  • Operators under the age of 16 are prohibited from crossing “two-lane” highways
  • all all-terrain vehicle operators and passengers must wear a helmet
  • All-terrain vehicles must be equipped with at least a headlight, tail light, brake light in rear, a rear-view mirror mounted on left side, and amber lights or reflectors on both sides
  • Mufflers and exhaust systems must comply with manufacturer’s original specifications and must not be excessively noisy
  • It is illegal to operate an all-terrain vehicle under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and you are prohibited from operating an all-terrain vehicle if your driver’s license has been suspended
  • Operators under the age of 16 must have completed a safety training course, and be supervised by someone who is at least 19
  • Unless only being operated on personal property all all-terrain vehicles must be insured