Simcoe County has tons of beautiful trails for riders to enjoy! Vehicles must meet Regulation 316/03 of the Highway Traffic Act. By-law 2020-013 regulates off-road vehicles on municipal highways in the Township of Springwater.
Where you can ride in Springwater |
Trails To ride on trails in Springwater you must be a member of the Central Ontario ATV Club (COATV) or Simcoe County Off-Road Riders Association (SCORRA). Visit their websites for detailed trail maps or to purchase a membership. Roads Off-road vehicles are permitted on municipal roads in Springwater with a few exceptions. There are four sections of municipal roads that remain restricted for off-road vehicle use:
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Where you are not permitted |
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Enforcement |
The Ontario Provincial Police patrol the trails and respond to complaints and accidents in the area. When stopped by police or a conservation officer, you must produce a:
If found riding the trails without a trails permit, you may be charged with trespassing under the Trespass to Property Act. |
Off-road motorized vehicle clubs
Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) |
The OFSC has everything you need to know to go safe snowmobiling in Ontario. A number of local clubs share the responsibility of maintaining over 1000 km of trails in Simcoe County. For a complete look at the trails, view the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide. |
Central Ontario All-Terrain Vehicle Club (COATV) |
COATV is a volunteer-driven club that builds and maintains an environmentally sustainable ATV trail system connecting people and communities. Read Smart Ride Safe Ride handbook that outlines the rules and requirements for ATVs and ORVs, including:
Trail statusSee the current status of trails on the Ontario Federation of ATV Clubs' interactive map. |
Simcoe County Off-Road Riders Association (SCORRA) |
SCORRA is the largest off-road motorcycle riding club in Ontario with over 1200 members and 220 km of designated trails. |
Safety tips
- Know your operator's manual
- Check your vehicle before riding
- Always wear proper protective gear and clothing
- Never consume alcohol or drugs before or during a ride
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