There are two types of training available to Class I and Class III operators,
training.
Hands-on Rider Training
Beginning January 1, 2012, Hands-on training will also be required for youth 15 and under. There are as many as 35,000 youth that may need to be trained. Because of this, as we approach 2012, training may be hard to find. Avoid the rush and get trained now! New for 2012 you can take a hands-on training course at Steve's ATV Rentals which is next door to Oregon Dunes KOA! Call them at (541) 751-1800 for more information.
Click here to find hands-on training.
On-line Safety Training
Mandatory and being phased in for all operators
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department ATV Safety Education Course is now online-and it's free! This course provides safety tips for riding in Oregon's dunes, desert and forests as well as training on trail etiquette, riding ethics and environmental concerns.
The ATV Safety Education Course is the only way to receive the new ATV Safety Education Card that is required for all operators of quads and motorcycles. The ATV Safety Education Course is being phased in for all ages by 2014. Both the ATV Safety Education Course and the ATV Safety Education Card are free and never expire.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Because this training material covers material not presented in hands-on training courses, previous ASI or MSF Operator Permit holders will also need to take this course.
Click here for Online Safety Training
Already Trained?
Those who have already received hands-on training via ASI or MSF and have completed the on-line safety training (above) have already met this requirement and can get a new, endorsed, ATV Safety Education Card at no cost now!
Increased OHV use and the popularity of aftermarket mufflers means more noise. Noise buffers are located between residential and recreational riding areas, and are closed to motorized travel. Vehicle sound is measured by a decibel meter positioned 20 inches and 45 degrees from the exhaust outlet. Have your vehicle checked! ODKOA staff can do a complimentary sound check to be sure you are legal to ride. Forest personnel are also equipped to provide sound checks. Vehicles operating over the decibel limit are subject to citation.
We know our guests love their fast machines! However, we suggest you come equipped with your stock mufflers and leave those special 'pipes' at home. Help us keep our dunes open for future generations to enjoy up close and personnel on an off road vehicle!
Decibel limit for Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is 93 decibels.
All vehicles are required to have an Off Road Permit - this can be an Oregon sticker which is valid for 2 years and costs $10.50 per vehicle. Oregon also honors most state's off road stickers. Go to Oregon Reciprocity website to see whose tags are honored by Oregon. We sell the Oregon Off Road Permit. We only accept cash for the sticker fee. New in 2011, we have an ATM machine for your convenience.
Be sure check out this link to see if you or your children need to take the
Oregon Online Safety Education Course
prior to your visit to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
