To keep the trail safe for pedestrians and other uses, most motorized vehicles and mobility devices are not allowed on the Jordan River Trail — including motorcycles, e-bikes, motorized scooters, motorized boards and one-wheelers, motorized all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and similar devices — whether electric or gas-powered. Motorized sport enthusiasts are in luck! There is actually a place you can go right along the Jordan River that is dedicated just to this. Just northwest of the Rose Park neighborhood in Salt Lake City, is the Jordan River OHV State Recreation Area. With four tracks, including two motocross (MX) tracks for off-highway motorcyclists, and two dual-purpose OHM and ATV tracks, there’s no need to drive hours away to get your fix. They also offer educational courses and the occasional spectator event.
If you see these types of vehicles on the trail, please report to the local law enforcement agency. There are a few exceptions allowed under state law, such as assistive mobility devices, like an electric wheelchair, or a Class 1 e-bike, which is pedal assisted only (i.e. – you must pedal to operate, with no throttle and a maximum speed of 20 mph). You may also see trail maintenance crews out on the trail in vehicles, so stay alert and move out of the way when being approached.