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Recreational Vehicle Use
The following information should help you understand the city ordinances and state laws that regulate the operation of recreational vehicles in the City of Ramsey. City ordinance may be more restrictive than state statute, so familiarizing yourself with the City’s regulations is encouraged.
Recreational vehicles include all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, off-highway motorcycles, mini bikes, go-carts, and other motorized vehicles. Any recreational vehicle operated on public lands, rights-of-way, etc., must be registered for off-road use with the State of Minnesota.
Snowmobiles
ATV's
Electric Scooters
Other Recreational Vehicles
Recreational Vehicle Use Map
Snowmobiles
Designated Non-Use Area –
shall mean that area south of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west. Within the Non-Use Area,
access to Elmcrest Park and Central Park will be made and restricted to
loading and unloading of snowmobiles and ATV’s in the parking lots only.
A designated route from the parking lot will be clearly posted to allow
access to 167th Ave from Elmcrest Park. A designated route
from the parking lot of Central Park will be clearly posted to allow
access to Armstrong Blvd for direct northbound travel to the Designated
Use Area.
Designated Use Area
– shall mean the area north of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west.
Click
here to view the Recreational Vehicle Use Map.
When can I ride my snowmobile?
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday.
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM Friday to 1:00 AM Saturday.
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM Saturday to 1:00 AM Sunday.
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From November 1 to March 31, you cannot operate a snowmobile
off your property or the property of another that you have written permission to be on, unless there is a minimum of six (6) inches of snow cover on the ground.
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You MUST operate your snowmobile in the same direction as traffic flow on a County road or highway one half-hour after sunset to one half-hour before sunrise (MN State Statute 84.87)
unless posted as a bi-directional trail.
Where can I ride my snowmobile?
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You can ride on your
own property.
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On the property of another person if you have IN YOUR POSSESSION written permission of the owner of that land.
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On the land of a person who has clearly posted visible signs stating “recreational vehicles allowed”.
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On local, county or
state roadways, as regulated by state statute.
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You can operate on
public trails that are designated by the City Council.
Where can I ride my snowmobile in the
Designated Non-Use Area?
- You can ride on your own property or the
property of another with written permission if the property is greater
than two and one-half (2 1/2) acres.
- On public trails that are designed by the City Council.
Where is it illegal to ride my snowmobile?
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On your own property
or the property of another, if the property is less than two
and one-half (2 1/2) acres within the non-use area.
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On someone's land without his or her permission.
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City Parks, except
for loading and unloading of snowmobiles in designated parking lots.
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Railroad right-of-ways.
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Golf Courses, unless
designated as a trail or route.
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School grounds.
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Tree Nurseries or planted areas.
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In the median or
area between opposing lanes of traffic.
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In the Designated
Non-Use Area, except as noted above.
Can I have a trail on my own property?
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Tracks or trails
(courses built or created by a repetitive or continued use of a
recreational vehicle) are not allowed in a residential area unless
they are 1,000 feet from any residence except that of the owner; and
at least 50 feet from property lines, public streets, utilities or
easements. Ramsey City ordinance 30.3(33).
What are my rights as a landowner regarding the road rights-of-way?
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Although a landowner maintains the road right-of-way, they are publicly owned. Therefore, landowners CANNOT place barricades, fences, posts, or other objects, including snow piles, in the right-of-way. If they place such items in the right-of-way they are subject to civil liability in the event these items cause injury to persons or damage to a vehicle .
Where can I get more information on the snowmobile regulations?
For more information on the recreational vehicle ordinance or a copy of the State of Minnesota Regulations for Off-Highway Vehicles, contact the Ramsey Police Department at (763) 427-6812.
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ATV's
Designated Non-Use Area –
shall mean that area south of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west. Within the Non-Use Area,
access to Elmcrest Park and Central Park will be made and restricted to
loading and unloading of snowmobiles and ATV’s in the parking lots only.
A designated route from the parking lot will be clearly posted to allow
access to 167th Ave from Elmcrest Park. A designated route
from the parking lot of Central Park will be clearly posted to allow
access to Armstrong Blvd for direct northbound travel to the Designated
Use Area.
Designated Use Area
– shall mean the area north of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west.
Click
here to view the Recreational Vehicle Use Map.
When can I ride my ATV?
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday.
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM Friday to 1:00 AM Saturday.
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Between the hours of 8:00 AM Saturday to 1:00 AM Sunday.
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From April 1st to August 1st Minnesota State Statute restricts ATV use in the “Agricultural Zone” (areas in Minnesota lying south and west of a line from the North Dakota border, long Hwy 10 to Hwy 23, then along Hwy 23 east to Hwy 95, which it follows to the Wisconsin border). During that period, ATV use is prohibited within the right-of-way (ditch) areas.
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From November 1 to March 31, you cannot operate an ATV
off your property or the property of another that you have written permission to be on, unless there is a minimum of six (6) inches of snow cover on the ground.
Where can I ride my ATV in the
Designated Use Area?
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You can ride on your
own property.
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On the property of another person
if you have IN YOUR POSSESSION written permission of the owner of that land.
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On the land of a person
who has clearly posted visible signs stating “recreational vehicles allowed”.
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When being used for
maintenance or plowing.
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You can operate on
public trails that are designated by the City Council.
Where can I ride my ATV in the
Designated Non-Use Area?
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You can ride on your
own property or the property of another with written permission if
the property is greater than two and one-half (2 1/2) acres.
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When being used for
maintenance or plowing.
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On public trails
that are designated by the City Council.
Where is it illegal to ride my ATV?
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On your own property
or the property of another, if the property is less than two
and one-half (2 1/2) acres within the non-use area.
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On someone's land without his or her permission.
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City Parks except
for loading and unloading of ATV's in designated parking lots.
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Railroad right-of-ways.
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Golf Courses, unless
designated as a trail or route.
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School grounds.
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Tree Nurseries or planted areas.
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In the median or area between opposing lanes of traffic.
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From April 1st to August 1st on public lands.
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Attention adults!
A valid driver's license is required to operate anywhere on road
right-of-way including ditches, inside/outside slopes, and crossing
roads.
Can I have a trail on my own property?
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Tracks or trails
(courses built or created by a repetitive or continued use of a
recreational vehicle) are not allowed in a residential area unless
they are 1,000 feet from any residence except that of the owner; and
at least 50 feet from property lines, public streets, utilities or
easements. Ramsey City Ordinance 30.3(33).
What are my rights as a landowner regarding the road rights-of-way?
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Although a landowner maintains the road right-of-way, they are publicly owned. Therefore, landowners CANNOT place barricades, fences, posts, or other objects, including snow piles, in the right-of-way. If they place such items in the right-of-way they are subject to civil liability in the event these items cause injury to persons or damage to a vehicle .
Where can I get more information on ATV regulations?
For more information on the recreational vehicle ordinance or a copy of the State of Minnesota Regulations for Off-Highway Vehicles,
contact the Ramsey Police Department at (763) 427-6812.
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Electric Scooters
Electric scooters (that operate at a speed of 15
mph or less) now follow similar regulations as bicycles, meaning they
can be operated on streets and highways without a driver's license and
without the vehicle being registered, licensed, or insured.
Additionally, the following rules apply for
motorized scooters whenever operated on a public street or highway.
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A person must be at least 12
years of age to operate a motorized scooter on public streets and
highways.
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A helmet is required by
anyone operating a motorized scooter under the age of 18.
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Motorized scooters may not be
operated on sidewalks, except when necessary to go on or off
adjacent property.
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An operator of a motorized
scooter cannot carry anyone but the operator.
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Other Recreational Vehicles
Designated Non-Use Area –
shall mean that area south of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west. Within the Non-Use Area,
access to Elmcrest Park and Central Park will be made and restricted to
loading and unloading of snowmobiles and ATV’s in the parking lots only.
A designated route from the parking lot will be clearly posted to allow
access to 167th Ave from Elmcrest Park. A designated route
from the parking lot of Central Park will be clearly posted to allow
access to Armstrong Blvd for direct northbound travel to the Designated
Use Area.
Designated Use Area –
shall mean the area north of a straight line running from east to west
at the 16700 block, starting at the Rum River on the east and running to
the City of Elk River border on the west.
Click
here to view the Recreational Vehicle Use Map.
In addition to snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, the City of Ramsey also includes off-highway motorcycles, mini bikes, and go-carts in the definition of recreational vehicles. Only those vehicles that can be registered with the State of Minnesota for “off-road use” can be operated off private property.
When can I ride my recreational vehicle?
- Between the hours of 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday.
- Between the hours of 8:00 AM Friday to 1:00 AM Saturday.
- Between the hours of 8:00 AM Saturday to 1:00 AM Sunday.
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From November 1 to March 31, you cannot operate a recreational vehicle
off your property or the property of another that you have written permission to be on, unless there is a minimum of six (6) inches of snow cover on the ground.
Where can I ride my recreational vehicle
in the Designated Use Area?
- You can ride on your own property.
-
On the property of another person
if you have IN YOUR POSSESSION written permission of the owner of that land.
-
On the land of a person
who has clearly posted visible signs stating “recreational vehicles allowed”.
-
When being used for
maintenance or plowing.
-
You can operate on public
trails that are designated by the City Council.
Where can I ride my recreational vehicle
in the Designated Non-Use Area?
- You can ride on your own property or the
property of another with written permission if the property is
greater than two and one-half (2 1/2) acres.
- When being used for maintenance or plowing.
- On public trails that are designated by the
City Council.
Where is it illegal to ride my recreational vehicle?
-
On your own property or the
property of another, if the property is less than two and
one-half (2 1/2) acres within the non-use area.
-
On someone's land without his or her permission.
-
City Parks except
for loading and unloading of recreational vehicles in designated
parking lots.
-
Railroad right-of-ways.
-
Golf Courses, unless
designated as a trail or route.
-
School grounds.
-
Tree Nurseries or planted areas.
-
In the median or area between opposing lanes of traffic.
Can I have a trail on my own property?
-
Tracks or trails (courses
built or created by a repetitive or continued use of a recreational
vehicle) are not allowed in a residential area unless they are 1,000
feet from any residence except that of the owner; and at least 50
feet from property lines, public streets, utilities or easements.
Ramsey City Ordinance 30.3(33).
What are my rights as a landowner regarding the road rights-of-way?
-
Although a landowner maintains the road right-of-way, they are publicly owned. Therefore, landowners CANNOT place barricades, fences, posts, or other objects, including snow piles, in the right-of-way. If they place such items in the right-of-way they are subject to civil liability in the event these items cause injury to persons or damage to a vehicle.
Where can I get more information on recreational vehicle regulations?
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