Are all OFSC trails closed in Ontario?
The provincial OFSC trail system is now officially closed for the 2021-22 season.
What does yellow mean on snowmobile trails?
has limited availability
The identified trail or section of trail showing in yellow means it has limited availability. Every rider must exercise extreme care and reduce speed when entering and riding a trail marked as yellow because access is limited and riding opportunities are marginal.
Will Ofsc trails open this year?
The provincial OFSC trail system is now officially closed for the 2021-22 season. Thanks to all the volunteers, landowners and snowmobilers who contributed to providing recreational snowmobile trails for all to enjoy!
Are you allowed to go snowmobiling in Ontario?
To legally access available recreational OFSC Prescribed Snowmobile Trails, Ontario law requires snowmobilers are required to purchase an Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permit. Full Seasonal Permits for sleds from model years 2000 or newer are available and valid for the duration of the winter from date of purchase.
Can you snowmobile on Lake Muskoka?
Local snowmobile clubs have maintained snowmobile trails in Muskoka and surrounding areas for over 30 years. The member clubs of the Muskoka Snowmobile Region (MSR) maintain a 1200-kilometre network of trails covering some of Ontario’s most scenic landscape.
Can I walk on an OFSC trail?
The trails on private property are for sleds only. Any other use is trespassing. Joel W Taylor wrote: The trails on private property are for sleds only.
What is the maximum speed an MSV can legally travel on a trail?
For more experienced and fully licenced MSV operators, speed is often a factor in MSV collisions. Please adhere to the following speed limits; 50 km/h on snowmobile trails. 50 km/h on roads where the speed limit is over 50 km/h.
Can you ATV on OFSC trails?
OFSC trails are for snowmobile use only in the winter months and ATV’s are not only illegal there, but can also cause serious damage to private property and expensive trail repairs that waste your permit dollars.
What is important to remember when heading uphill on a snowmobile?
Lean uphill. Increase the throttle to maintain your speed. The deeper the snow, the more speed you need. Don’t stop until you get to the top.
When will the go snowmobiling Ontario interactive trail guide be available?
The online Interactive Trail Guide will be online November 2021. The Go Snowmobiling Ontario App will be available in-stores December 1, 2021.
Are Trail status reports an assurance of trail quality?
**Trail Status Reports provide notice of trail route accessibility, the reports are not an assurance of trail quality. Snowmobilers are reminded that snowmobiling occurs in a wilderness, non-engineered environment and the condition of the trail can significantly change over the course of a day due to climate, traffic, and other conditions.
Are snowmobilers allowed to access trail routes?
Snowmobilers access trail routes at their own risk and are reminded to exercise caution at all times. Although a trail may have been last identified as available or with limited availability, when in doubt, do not enter the trail.