ATV & OHV Trail Grant Program
Forecasted
ATV & OHV Trail Grant Program supports local governments and incorporated private organizations in acquiring, maintaining, and developing trails and riding areas for Iowa’s off-highway recreation system.
Funder: Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Completed applications)
Funding Amounts: Approved facility, development, and operations costs may receive up to 90% prepayment; liability insurance up to 100%
Summary: Supports acquisition, operation, maintenance, and development of Iowa OHV trails, designated riding areas, and related facilities.
Key Information: Funded riding areas, trails, and facilities must remain open to the general public.
Description
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources administers this registration-fee-funded program for political subdivisions and incorporated private organizations developing and maintaining Iowa’s off-highway recreation system. It supports land acquisition, operations, maintenance, equipment, and facilities serving all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), off-road motorcycles (ORMs), and off-road utility vehicles (ORVs).
The program covers existing riding areas as well as acquisition and development projects. Selection criteria emphasize maintaining and operating existing designated areas, development within existing areas, and documented local support. For acquisition and development in high-demand locations, preference goes to projects with stable, long-term management and the least adverse environmental and social impacts. Funded facilities may be on land outside state ownership.
