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Snowmobile Rentals, Tours & Trails in Colorado
Businesses that offer snowmobiling on site or within a short distance. Some businesses may offer snowmobile rentals or tours.

Snowmobile Information

SAFETY

  • Snowmobiles operated between sunset and sunrise must have at least one headlight that illuminates objects 100 feet ahead and one red tail that can be seen from 500 feet.
  • As an extra safety precaution, you may wish to have your lights on at all times while operating your snowmobile.
  • Be careful when crossing roads of any kind. Come to a complete stop and make absolutely sure no traffic is approaching from any direction. Then cross at a right angle to traffic.
  • Know your abilities and don't go beyond them.
  • Know your machine's capabilities and don't push beyond them.
  • Know your riding area. Get a map. Talk to the locals.
  • Don't snowmobile alone.
  • The safest snowmobiling rule is never to cross lakes or rivers.
  • Any snowmobile accident resulting in death, personal injury or property damage must be reported immediately to the nearest law enforcement agency.
  • NEVER drink and ride.
  • Always be sure your machine is in good mechanical condition and be thoroughly familiar with it before you ride.
  • Wear warm multilayered protective clothing, a protective helmet and goggles or a visor.
  • Think ahead: remember, it's you, the Safe Rider, that makes snowmobiling safe. Many problems will be avoided by using common sense. Minor problems can be overcome by carrying a useful tool kit, spare parts, flashlight, first-aid kit, and a few survival items such as high energy food, fire starting equipment and a compass.

KEEP COLORADO SNOWMOBILING BEAUTIFUL

  • Treat the outdoors with respect. Do not litter or damage trees or other vegetation.
  • Remember you must have the permission of landowners before snowmobiling on their property.
  • Operate snowmobiles only on land and trails designated for their use.
  • Watch out for small trees and shrubs.
  • Carry out your trash.
  • Steer clear of wildlife and report any incidents of harassment or hunting of wildlife to the nearest law enforcement agency.
  • Respect the rights of other winter sports lovers. Everyone has the right to use and enjoy our public lands.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

  • It is unlawful to operate a snowmobile while under the influence of a controlled substance or alcohol.
  • It is unlawful to carry loaded firearms or strung bows on a snowmobile.
  • It is unlawful to operate a snowmobile in a careless or reckless manner.
  • Snowmobiles may not be used to hunt or harass wildlife. Report any instances of a snowmobile being used to chase or hurt animals to the nearest law enforcement agency.

No one under the age of 10 may operate a snowmobile unless:

  • They operate it only on land owned or leased by a parent or guardian
  • They are accompanied by someone 18 or older who holds a snowmobile safety certificate

Persons between the ages of 10 and 16 may not operate a snowmobile in Colorado unless:

  • They hold a snowmobile safety certificate
  • They are supervised by someone 18 or older who holds a snowmobile safety certificate
  • They operate the snowmobile only on land leased or owned by a parent or guardian

REGISTRATION

All Colorado snowmobiles, including those on trailers in parking lots and at trailheads, must be registered with Colorado Parks and Wildlife unless:

  • Licensed in another state and used in Colorado for less than 30 consecutive days
  • Used exclusively for sanctioned snowmobile races
  • Government owned
  • The current year validation decal must be permanently affixed to each side of the upper half of the cowling of the machine.
  • Snowmobile dealers are required to sell a snowmobile registration to anyone buying from their inventory. Colorado residents may use their dated snowmobile registration. Colorado residents may use their dated snowmobile bill of sale as a temporary registration for the first 30 days of ownership.
  • Snowmobile registrations are valid from October 1 through September 30.
  • 100% of your registration dollars go towards the snowmobile program in Colorado. This includes trail grooming, trail poles and signs, safety information, the avalanche observer program and grants.
Courtesy of Colorado Parks & Wildlife and the ISMA

AVALANCHE AWARENESS

We encourage everyone to be prepared and knowledgeable about the area they want to go play in, particularly in the winter. Avalanche conditions are influenced by various factors such as weather, snowpack stability, and temperature changes, which can lead to rapid shifts in risk levels. It's essential for backcountry travelers to stay informed about current conditions and forecasts to ensure safety.

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) provides avalanche safety information, education and promotes research to help people reduce their risk from avalanches.

Additional resources for avalanche conditions, information and preparedness:
• CAIC - Explore the most recent avalanches in Colorado
• CBAC - Crested Butte Avalanche Center
• US Forest Service - Winter Adventure Avalanche Safety Tips
• Avalanche.org

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