Off-road vehicles
Signs for off-road vehicles
Trail signs are designed to make trail traffic safer. Below are some of the most commonly used signs on all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and snowmobile trails.
Note that signs for off-road vehicles (ORVs) are based on the same principles as those of the road signs.
This sign indicates the presence of a significant drop in elevation on a short section of an ORV trail.

These signs indicate that ATV riders and snowmobilers must use the shoulder of the road in some areas.


These signs, installed on a barrier that closes the passage to traffic, indicate that the trail is temporarily closed.


Objectives of signage for off-road vehicles
ORV trail signage is designed to:
- make sure the trail network is interconnected;
- make trail traffic safer;
- facilitate traffic on and around trails;
- indicate or remind people, when necessary, of regulations in force;
- indicate hazards;
- indicate maneuvers to be performed;
- make sure workers, snowmobilers and ATV riders are safe while working on or near ORV trails;
- provide useful indications or information to snowmobilers and ATV riders.
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Last update: November 7, 2023
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