Driving an off-road vehicle | Gouvernement du Québec

Rules

Owners and operators of off-road vehicles and their passengers can be fined if they fail to comply with the rules of the road.

Mandatory equipment

An off-road vehicle (ORV) must be properly equipped to be used on public roads and trails.

Riding areas

Operators of snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles must comply with various requirements, depending on where they are travelling.

Signs for off-road vehicles

Off-road vehicle signs allow ORV users to travel in complete safety.

Safety tips

A number of precautions must be taken before setting off in an off-road vehicle (ORV) and on your trip.

Types of vehicles

See the types of vehicles considered off-road vehicles under the Off-Road Vehicle Act.

Last update: November 7, 2023