ORV Riding Rules

What you need before you ride

Off-road vehicle (ORV) areas are restricted to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorcycles. An all-terrain vehicle is a motorized vehicle having a maximum width of 50 inches, designed to be operated off road, with handlebars for steering and a seat that is straddled by the operator. An ATV may be equipped with two, three or four flotation-type tires. No Jeeps, dune buggies, pick-up trucks, mules, rhinos, Odysseys or similar ATVs are allowed.
Riding permits must be purchased at the park office for $3 per vehicle, per day.
No passengers are permitted. One rider per vehicle, unless the manufacturer has designed the ATV for more than one rider.
Operators of ATVs and motorcycles must wear protective helmets that meet or exceed U. S. Department of Transportation of ANSI Z90.1 certification.
All ATVs must be equipped with an orange flag measuring at least 72 square inches (6 x 9) displayed at the top of a flexible mast that is 72 inches in length.
All ATVs and motorcycles must be equipped with functioning brakes, spark arrester and muffler, with noise level not to exceed 86 dba.

Who can ride?

Riders may only operate machines that the manufacturer recommends for their age group.
Operators under 16 years of age must have direct supervision of licensed adult while operating an ORV.
The Youth Riding Area is designed for riders 12 years of age and under, riding an ORV with 80cc or less of power. All youth riders must have direct supervision of an adult at all times. This area is located at the north end of the Motocross Track area.
If you have consumed or are under the influences of intoxicating alcohol or drugs, the operation of an ORV is prohibited.

Where can you ride?

ORVs must be unloaded and loaded at the motocross track or staging area parking lot only.
Riding in the stream is prohibited under RSMo. 304.013 (2). Please use the creek crossing. Violations may result in permanent suspension of riding privileges and/or fines.
ORVs are prohibited from riding on or along paved roadways and paved parking areas, with the exception of the paved road to the motocross track.
Riding in the campground is prohibited. Campers may ride their ORVs from their campsites to the trailhead only. Please do not ride on the grass or to the showerhouse.
Speed limit within the motocross parking area, ORV staging area and pit area shall be five miles per hour. The speed limit in the designated buffer area between the pit area and ORV area shall be 10 miles per hour. No exhibition riding is permitted in any parking lot!

Caution

The ORV area is subject to topographic changes. Be alert for inclines, changing slopes and sudden drop-offs. Operate your vehicle at a safe and prudent speed at all times.
Riders ride at their own risk.
In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.