Permits & Reciprocity

Newfoundland national parks have no recreational ATV or UTV trails; registration, stickers and visitor exemptions do not override park access rules.

Permission before crossing private ground in Newfoundland helps prevent access disputes; confirm the route, conditions and limits with the landowner.

Hunting season on Newfoundland shared trails calls for slower riding, access checks and respectful space between riders, hunters, walkers and wildlife.

Newfoundland big game retrieval rules explain how hunters can use off-road vehicles to haul harvested moose or caribou.

Newfoundland’s five-trip big game allowance is for retrieving harvested game, not unrestricted ATV or UTV riding; confirm trip counts and route access.

Newfoundland restricted areas may allow riding on one designated trail only; check the current map, signs and closures before unloading.

The Newfoundland and Labrador provincial map helps riders identify approved off-road vehicle areas and check route boundaries.

Newfoundland visitors need a valid driver’s licence when riding an ATV or UTV on highways; out-of-province registration does not replace it.

Visitors riding an ATV or UTV in Newfoundland still need valid liability insurance; confirm coverage, carry proof and check the 30-day registration limit.

After 30 days, visitors should arrange Newfoundland registration for an out-of-province ATV and check separate trail, insurance and safety rules.