ATV Resource Center

Planning a first ATV tour? These guides cover whether first-timers ride, how hard the quad is, ATV vs UTV, clothes, cost, kids, and guided vs rental. An ATV is one rider, handlebars, and balance. A UTV is a steering wheel, seats, and a cage. Search a ZIP when you are ready to find an operator.

Looking for a steering-wheel side-by-side instead? See the UTV Resource Center.

Start Here

1. Can First-Timers Ride an ATV?
2. Are ATVs Hard to Drive?
3. ATV vs UTV: What’s the Difference?
4. How Much Does an ATV Tour Cost?

Beginner Fundamentals

• What Does Riding an ATV Feel Like?
• Guided ATV Tour vs Rental

Getting Started

• What to Wear ATV Riding
• What to Bring on an ATV Tour
• Do I Need a License to Ride an ATV?
• Common First-Time ATV Questions

Safety and Planning

• Is ATV Riding Safe?
• ATV Riding With Kids
• How Long Does an ATV Tour Take?

Destinations

• Where to Go ATV Riding in the United States