Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund - Signage Grants

The Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Fund provides essential support for trail management and signage projects across Arizona. Established in 1991, the fund allocates approximately $2 million annually, funded by a percentage of motor vehicle fuel taxes. Grants of up to $10,000 are available to eligible governmental entities and non-profits for purchasing and installing trail markers and informational kiosks. This initiative enhances outdoor recreation while promoting responsible OHV use and environmental stewardship.

The State OHV Recreation Fund, established in 1991, provides a legislatively set percentage (0.55 percent) of total license taxes on motor vehicle fuel from the Highway User Revenue Fund for OHV management. Approximately $2 million is available annually through Arizona State Parks for OHV projects. In 2009, new OHV legislation was enacted to provide more regulation of OHV usage and additional funds to support law enforcement and facility development. All vehicles weighing less than 2,500 pounds and designed primarily for travel over unimproved terrain are required to display an indicia (sticker) distributed through the Department of Motor Vehicles. The $25 cost of the sticker is added to the OHV Recreation Fund. State Parks receive 60 percent of the money in the fund for projects.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Eligible applicants include governmental entities (cities, towns, counties, tribal governments, state and federal agencies), Non-profits and clubs.
Eligible Projects: Funding can be used to purchase and/or install trail marker posts, trail marker decals, trail signs, and informational kiosks.