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A popular outdoor recreational activity in Northern New York is ATV trail riding. The St Lawrence County Multi-Use Trail is a designated ATV trail that includes trail segments on public and private lands, with a key feature being a trail system through Ft. Jackson and Brasher Forests. Select Town and County Roads are used to connect the off road sections of the trail and are identified with brown signs that include an ATV symbol. The trails extend from the Brasher State Forest down to Parishville, onto Hopkinton, and from South Colton to Russell and beyond.

St. Lawrence County Multi-Use ATV Trails are open May 15 to September 15 (unless otherwise posted).

ATV / OHV Events 2025

TRAILS OPENING 5/15/25 for the 2025 Season

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Multi-Use Trail Permits

As of June 1, 2021 trail permits are now required on OHVs/ATVs to enjoy the trails. All funds generated from permit sales are dedicated exclusively to establishing, maintaining, and operating the 132-mile St. Lawrence County Trail System.

Seasonal Permit Costs

Permits are $65 for the first permitted ATV/OHV, and $20 for each additional ATV/OHV permitted from the same household on the same application.

3-day trail passes available for $20

ATV/OHV club members receive a $20 discount on the trail permit. (Riders can join an ATV/OHV Club while completing the Trail Permit Application.)

Riders need copies of current insurance cards matching their physical address for each ATV/OHV to be permitted.

To receive a permit, riders must use a debit card, credit card, or PayPal account (NO CASH, NO CHECKS).

Multi-use Trail System

Purchase Permits Online

Purchase your permit 2025 Permit ONLINE beginning April 11: stlawco.gov/multi-use-permit-application

Permits mailed within five business days.

 

Purchase 2025 Permits at On-Site Locations

On sale, beginning April 5th. MUST BRING insurance and debit/credit cards for purchase.

ABCD Hardware & Supply

648 NY-11C, Winthrop, NY

 

Fun Unlimited

2068 NY-812, Gouverneur, NY

 

GT's Restaurant

1156 NY-115, Russell, NY

 

Jocko's II Bar & Grill

2058 CR-27, Russell, NY

 

MotoSports World

9771 NY-56, Massena, NY

Outlaw Saloon

65 Sheldon Road, Hopkinton, NY

 

Robideau's Mahogany Ridge Bar, Grill & Lodging

3927 NY-56, South Colton, NY

 

SLC Highway Department

44 Park Street, Canton, NY

 

STLC Chamber of Commerce / Visitors Center

101 Main Street, Canton, NY

 

More Information + Most Recent Locations

stlawco.gov/MultiUseTrails

Download 2021 ATV Trail Map Here

The map can also be picked up for free at the St. Lawrence County Visitor's Center, 101 Main Street, Canton NY. You can also place a request by calling 315-386-4000.

The County ATV Association and various clubs encourage safe and responsible travel. St Lawrence County Trails Board offers a free map of the multi-use trail system and includes Trail Rules, Etiquette & Safety Guidelines and Tips for Trail Users. The trail map shows six ATV Areas with kiosks displaying a map and rules of the trail, ample space for parking, unloading and loading vehicles.  See Multi Use Trail System Map and rules here. (You can right click your mouse and print from there).

Request Free Maps and Guides by Mail

Rules of the Trail for All Users

Stay on marked trail.  Enter and exit the trail system only at trailheads or town connectors.

Trail is open 6:00 am until midnight unless special permission is granted.

Obey all signs, gates and barriers.

Always stop when signaled by a law enforcement or safety patrol officer.

No camping or campfires are permitted.

Respect the environment.  Travel with minimum impact.  Do not litter.  Carry out what you carry in and leave nothing behind.

Always carry personal identification.

Watch the weather and dress appropriately.

Adult supervision is required for those under 18.

No alcohol may be consumed on the trail.

Be prepared – carry a first aid kit, tools, spare equipment and a cell phone or two way radio.

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WANT TO TAKE A HIKE INSTEAD?

Pick your favorite trail and start there, or complete the Great 8 Challenge by hiking all 8 trails in any category to earn yourself a Great 8 badge!

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