I have an ATV/Quad. Does the NMA have anything to offer for me? - top
Yes. While the NMA is primarily an off-road motorcycle organization, many NMA clubs and members enjoy ATVs/Quads. In addition, many NMA poker runs are open to these vehicles.
Are ATVs/Quads allowed on ORV trails or forest roads in Washington? - top
In general, many of the off-road motorized use trails in Washington accommodate both motorcycles and ATVs/Quads. Many areas include wider trails for both and narrow trails that are just for motorcycles.
To ride any off road vehicle on forest roads in Washington, both the rider and the vehicle must be licensed for street use.
Additionally, most NMA poker runs around the state let ATVs/Quads participate. Some of those events also have 'hard' or 'expert' routes that are narrow, single-track trails where ATVs would be too wide.
For more information, consider contacting the local Forest Service or agency responsible for the trails you're interested in.
9/12/2001
Are there any clubs, events or volunteers that are in the Eastern Washington area? - top
Yes, definitely. We've got two great NMA clubs in Eastern Washington:
EASTERN WASHINGTON DIRT RIDERS ASSOCIATION YAKIMA VALLEY DUST DODGERS
Both clubs are linked from our NMA motorcycle club page at
2. Some folks really like Green Trail Maps. The trails are generally well highlighted and you can quickly cross reference the trail numbers with your district map trail list to locate the motorized trails. For more information, see
3. Check with the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation (IAC). Their web site is at http://www.wa.gov/iac/
4. See the reference to the Washington State Accessible Outdoor Recreation Guide on our ORV Trails page at http://www.nmaoffroad.org/orvtrail.htm . They may know where to get maps.
9/3/2001
Your site references the Washington Off-Road Vehicle Guide, 1993 Edition. Will the Guide be updated soon? - top
Unfortunately, the Washington ORV Guide has not been updated since the 1993 Edition. We decided to use it as the basis of our ORV Trails and Parks web pages since it's been the most comprehensive resource we've found.
We periodically ask the Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation (IAC), the group that created the Guide, to consider reprinting the guide. There is demand out there for an updated Guide, but the resources have not been available to produce an updated version.
If you're interested in an update, please consider sending your request to the IAC to they can hear, first hand, from someone who would use an updated Guide.
You might also consider checking the Washington State Accessible Outdoor Recreation Guide at http://www.ada-rec.wa.gov . This resource lists motorized and non-motorized recreation areas in Washington.
9/3/2001
I'm considering an NMA membership. Can you tell me more about it? - top
We have a web page that should answer most of your questions. See
By joining the NMA, you'll be joining one of the most dedicated off-road motorcycling organizations in the country. We focus on keeping our riding areas open and oversee NMA competition (mainly motorcycles) and recreational events (poker runs for atvs and motorcycles). We offer information and resources about both sides of riding in the Northwest -- the fun of riding and the responsibilities of preserving our sport.
NMA Motorcycle Clubs: You might also consider learning more about NMA motorcycle clubs. These local clubs are mostly affiliated with the NMA and organize and physically run the races and poker runs. Typically the local clubs will meet monthly and concentrate on having fun while also supporting the important volunteer work of the NMA with donations of time and/or money. You can see a full list of NMA motorcycle clubs at
We look forward to your support and to having you join the NMA.
9/1/2001
I've reviewed your ORV Trails and Parks web pages. Where can I get more information about a specific area? - top
We have a couple ideas for you...
1. Each of the specific trails and riding locations we list on our ORV Trails and Parks web pages (based on the Washington Off-Road Vehicle Guide) has a way to contact the responsible agency or organization.
To get more details about an area, we strongly encourage you to contact that agency or organization directly.
2. Consider contacting one or two of the NMA motorcycle clubs nearest the area you're interested in. They're a great source of riding and other motorcycling information. We have a full list of NMA clubs at http://www.nmaoffroad.org/clubs/clubs.shtml
9/3/2001
Do you know any good places to ride near ___ ? - top
There are ORV trails all around the state and a number of ORV Parks. You can use a reference map of the state to help you locate areas to ride.
Another good suggestion is to contact some of the NMA motorcycle clubs nearest you. They're a great source of riding location and other motorcycling information. We have a full list of NMA clubs at
Oregon resources: If you're interested in riding areas in Oregon, you can visit the Oregon Motorcycle Riders Association (OMRA) web site. We have a link to their web site in the Motorcycle/ORV section on our web links page at http://www.nmaoffroad.org/resources.shtml
They have a pretty extensive web site, including a list of several motorcycle clubs in Oregon.
That should get you started.
9/1/2001
I'm not from Washington. Do I need a WA ORV tab or license to legally ride in Washington? - top
Basically, if you valid ORV stickers from your home location, you should be good to visit. If your home location has no registration requirements, your can get a temporary permit good for sixty days.
Here are the related Revised Code of Washington sections (as of 7/24/2002). We encourage you to check with local authorities to verify this information.
RCW 46.09.070 Application for ORV use permit.
(1) Application for annual or temporary ORV use permits shall be made to the department or its authorized agent in such manner and upon such forms as the department shall prescribe and shall state the name and address of each owner of the off-road vehicle.
(3) A temporary use permit is valid for sixty days. Application for a temporary permit shall be accompanied by a fee of two dollars. The permit shall be carried on the vehicle at all times during its operation in the state.
(4) Except as provided in RCW 46.09.050, any out-of-state operator of an off-road vehicle shall, when operating in this state, comply with this chapter, and if an ORV use permit is required under this chapter, the operator shall obtain an annual or temporary permit and tag.
RCW 46.09.050 Vehicles exempted from ORV use permits and tags. ORV use permits and ORV tags shall be required under the provisions of this chapter except for the following:
(5) Off-road vehicles owned by a resident of another state that have a valid ORV permit or vehicle license issued in accordance with the laws of the other state. This exemption shall apply only to the extent that a similar exemption or privilege is granted under the laws of that state.
We've been asked about rentals a few times. One of our members said they've seen some street bike agencies around the area, but we haven't found any that offer dirt bikes.
Here are two other thoughts: - Check with a couple off-road motorcycle dealers. - Consider contacting a few NMA motorcycle clubs. They might have some ideas. We have a full list of clubs at
