Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Apply for All-Terrain Vehicle/Snowmobile Grants

Explore grants for projects that support the use of All-Terrain vehicles (ATV) and snowmobiles, and apply online.

What Can Be Funded?

Grants can only be used to fund projects that support all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or snowmobile riding. Funding comes from the ATV Management Restricted Account and the Snowmobile Management Restricted Account as authorized by Act 97 of 2016. Grants are offered twice per year with a Spring grant round opening the first business day in February and closing the last business day in March and a Fall grant round opening the first business day in August and closing the last business day in September.

All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Snowmobile Grants Can Fund:

  • Planning, acquisition of land, development, rehabilitation and maintenance of ATV and/or snowmobile trails and facilities
  • Purchase of equipment for maintenance and construction of ATV and/or snowmobile trails and facilities
  • Educational programs related to the use of ATVs and/or snowmobiles

Who Should Apply?

  • County and municipal governments
  • Non-profit organizations
  • For-profit businesses

What Is the Typical Grant Size?

  • Award amounts vary, ranging between $25,000 - $1,000,000.
  • Match is not required, but it is encouraged.

When Are Applications Accepted?

Grants are offered twice per year with a Spring grant round opening the first business day in February and closing the last business day in March and a Fall grant round opening the fist business day in August and closing the last business day in September.  

Contact Us

For more information, please contact your DCNR Bureau of Recreation and Conservation regional advisor (PDF).