Registration
The Missouri Department of Revenue titles and registers ATVs. Its page explains which off-highway machines it does and does not title and register.
Public roads
Missouri statutes limit ATVs, utility vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles on public roads to listed exceptions, including local permits. The Mark Twain NF notes that state law prohibits riding ATVs and UTVs on public roads except with a county permit or other exceptions.
Streams and rivers
RSMo 304.013 prohibits operating an ATV in any stream or river except as the statute allows, and 304.033 applies a similar rule to recreational off-highway vehicles.
Conservation areas
Missouri Department of Conservation rules generally keep vehicles on roads and parking areas on conservation areas.
Where this comes from
- Missouri Department of Revenue: Titling and registration for ATVs
- Revised Statutes of Missouri 304.013: ATVs
- Revised Statutes of Missouri 304.032: utility vehicles
- Revised Statutes of Missouri 304.033: recreational off-highway vehicles
- Missouri Department of Conservation: 3 CSR 10-11.130, vehicles on conservation areas
- Missouri State Highway Patrol: ATV safety brochure (PDF)
- USDA Forest Service: Mark Twain NF, motorcycle, ATV, UTV and mountain bike permits
Last reviewed 2026-10-19. General information only: the official site and posted rules always come first.