Michigan ATV Registration Fee Calculator
ATV/OHV registration in Michigan is handled by the Michigan DNR (license) + SOS (title) and costs $26.25 per year. Rules differ sharply from road vehicles: most states require OHV registration only for riding on public lands or designated trails, and street use generally isn't allowed regardless.
Your atv
- OHV registration$26.25
- Title fee$11.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- $26.25/yr ORV license (April–March year) plus a $10 trail permit for state-designated trails; exempt only on your own land. Title with SOS within 15 days ($11).
- Snowmobiles: SOS registration $30 per 3 years plus a DNR trail permit — $65/yr from the October 2026 season (up from $52).
What determines ATV registration cost in Michigan?
- OHV program fee
- Where you ride (public trails vs. private land)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register an ATV in Michigan?
Yes, for use on public lands and trails — Michigan's OHV program charges $26.25 per year. ATVs used exclusively on your own private property are typically exempt.
Can I ride a registered ATV on the road in Michigan?
Generally no — OHV registration does not confer street-legal status. Limited road crossings or special local ordinances may allow short segments; street-legal conversion is a separate (and in many states unavailable) process.
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Sources: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/things-to-do/orv-riding/permits-and-requirements — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.