Established as a state in 1863, West Virginia is full of great people, abundant wildlife, and tons of great ATV trails. The landscapes and terrain that are contained within West Virginia are very diverse, from hilly mountainous regions to more flat and forest ridden, to large fields of crops and grass. While you in West Virginia you will have the choice between a large assortment of ATV trails. You will be able to ride your ATV on the hilly and more challenging aspects of the state, or you could ride through some of West Virginia's less intimidating forests and flat plains. Whichever it is you prefer, you will be able to ride your ATV on many trails of both persuasions. The very hilly and mountainous regions are recommended for more experienced ATV enthusiasts, while the flat forest areas can be travelled on by riders of all skill levels. One of the best places to ride your ATV in West Virginia is the Hatfield-McCoy trails. Know as "Trails Heaven", the Hatfield-McCoy trails are home to over 500 great ATV trails that span across the state's varied terrain.
There is no minimum age for ATV riding in West Virginia, and you do not need to be registered with any agencies to ride your vehicle in the state, though some trails, such as the Hatfield-McCoy trail system, do require that you obtain a riding permit from them before you ride. There is no restriction as to how big your ATV can be in the state, and there is also no minimum age for ATV riding. Have fun riding your ATV in West Virginia.