The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has initiated a statewide master planning project for off-highway motorcycle (OHM) trails.

As part of the planning process, members of the public are invited to provide comments regarding the desired types and locations of additional trails, any concerns about OHM trails, and related issues. Both OHM riders and nonriders are encouraged to share their insights. Comments may be submitted via an online public input form (link is external), or by mail or email to DNR planner Joe Unger (link sends email).

Local governments—such as cities, townships and counties—also are encouraged to provide input on potential opportunities or challenges related to OHM recreation in their area. Local governments wishing to participate may complete a separate online input form (link is external).

The public and local government input opportunities are open now through Feb. 15.   

The DNR will consider public and local government comments in drafting a master plan for OHM trails in Minnesota. The master plan will detail current use and trends of OHM riders in the state; describe the feedback received from Minnesotans; analyze and explore potential opportunities for expanded trails; identify any concerns needing attention; and identify strategies to guide the department’s management of OHM recreation.

Once the draft master plan is developed, there will be another opportunity for public comment.

For more information, visit the DNR’s off-highway motorcycle planning website. To sign up for the project contact list to receive updates for the project such as upcoming public meetings, contact planner Joe Unger at MN DNR Parks and Trails, 500 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155; 651-605-5861; or [email protected] (link sends email).