Permits & Reciprocity

Louisiana LSU AgCenter safety programs can build safer ATV and UTV habits, but training does not replace permits, road rules, or park requirements.

Louisiana WMA overnight parking varies by area: use approved lots, confirm camping rules, and never assume a permit allows machine storage.

Louisiana WMA nature trails are closed to ATVs and UTVs; ride only marked, authorized routes and check permits, seasons and local rules first.

Louisiana WMA game retrieval allows only narrow, rule-bound machine use; verify area rules, carry permits, and never use the exception to search.

Louisiana WMA physically challenged trails can widen access, but eligibility, permits, machine limits and closures still shape where you can ride.

Louisiana WMA ATV riding is restricted from March through August; verify current property rules, routes and narrow exceptions before unloading.

Louisiana WMA night riding bans limit ordinary machine use after dark; check the WMA’s hours, designated trails, and narrow hunting exceptions before riding.

Louisiana WMA farm-tread bans apply separately from tire size, lug height, pressure, permits, and trail access; check every requirement before unloading.

Louisiana WMA tire pressure limits cap eligible machine tires at 12 PSI; check tire rules and trail access before unloading at the gate.

Louisiana WMA lug height is limited to one inch; measure each tire carefully and check the specific area’s current rules before hauling your ATV or UTV.