Meeting a Deputy at a Trailhead Checkpoint
New Mexico off-highway vehicle checkpoints ensure riders have proper registration, current decals, and required safety permits.
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Night Riding on a County Road
Night riding on New Mexico county roads presents reduced visibility, unseen terrain hazards, and active nocturnal wildlife.
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Riding a Snow-Packed Forest Road
New Mexico snow-packed forest road regulations, seasonal closures, and vehicle registration rules for off-highway vehicles.
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When Closed Forest Roads Reopen in Spring
Springtime New Mexico forest road closures protect safety and prevent environmental damage to trails from melting snow and mud.
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Forest Roads That Close From December Onward
New Mexico forest road closures from December onward protect wildlife, prevent soil damage, and explain alternative ATV routes.
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Riding Near Chaco Without Entering It
Off-highway vehicle regulations around Chaco Culture National Historical Park explain how to ride legally near the protected site.
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Tribal Land and Why You Need Permission
New Mexico tribal land laws explain how twenty-three sovereign nations control access and require written permission for riders.
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The Permit You Need for New Mexico Trust Land
New Mexico State Trust Land recreational permits allow off-highway vehicle riders to access state property legally.
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Riding a Wash on State Trust Land
New Mexico State Trust Land access rules explain required permits for riding desert washes legally and avoiding trespassing fines.
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Flash Flood Season in the Southeast
Southeast New Mexico monsoon season flash floods create dangerous arroyo torrents during summer off-road trail adventures.
