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Grand Mesa Monument trail work funded by the OHV grant

Grand Mesa Monument trail work funded by the OHV grant

About the Grants

Off Highway Vehicle Grants

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program is funded through the sale of OHV registrations and some additional Recreational Trails Program (RTP) funding. The OHV Program seeks to improve and enhance motorized recreation opportunities in Colorado while promoting safe and responsible use of OHVs on lands open to the public.

Eligible grant funded projects must align with CRS 33-14.5-106. Local, county, state, federal, tribal government agencies, special recreation districts, and nonprofit organizations (tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code) are invited to apply.

Currently Open: This grant application opens October 1st and has a deadline of December 6th. 

59

awarded grants for 2025

$93

million total in funding awarded

98k

trail crew hours funded for 2025

51

2025 Competitive Grant Submissions

25

2025 Good Management Submissions

Good Management project in Pagosa

Good Management project in Pagosa

OHV Program Application Guidelines and Instructions

The guidelines and instructions are designed for both new applicants and existing grant recipients.

New and Programmatic Grant Applicants

The Programmatic (i.e. Competitive) Guidelines and Instructions provides comprehensive guidance on eligibility, steps in the application process, and policies.

Existing Good Management Program Applicants

The Good Management Guidelines and Instructions are for Good Management projects only. If you need to submit an additional application please be sure to use the Programmatic application and guidelines and instructions.

Download Programmatic (i.e. Competitive) Guidelines and Instructions Download Good Management Guidelines and Instructions

GRANT CYCLE 2025-2026

How to Apply

    Step 1: Choose a Project

    Choose a Project

    Applicants can choose from two types of projects:

    trail sign

    Programmatic/Competitive

    OHV programmatic or competitive project grants address the full spectrum of OHV recreation support needs in Colorado. Projects related to recreational use of OHVs on lands open to the public are eligible to apply

    Eligible projects can include: OHV education and safety programs, land acquisition or easement projects, restoration of trails, construction and planning of OHV routes, trailhead development and/or support facilities related to OHV or multi-use trails including parking areas, restrooms, and related facilities.

    This year the Program is encouraging project’s with an emphasis on Education this cycle.

    trail crew working together

    Good Management

    The Good Management Program emphasizes on-the-ground operations and maintenance of OHV trails and support facilities for areas that offer unique OHV riding opportunities or support a high volume of OHV recreationists and activities. The OHV trails program provides consistent and predictable annual funding so that federal agencies can attract and retain experienced trail crews for the operation and maintenance of their OHV riding areas.

    Should you have any questions on eligibility please contact the program for more information.

    Eligibility

    Only current Good OHV Management Program Trail Crews are eligible to apply for the Good Management Grant:

    • BLM Colorado River Valley Trail Crew
    • BLM Grand Junction Trail Crew
    • BLM Gunnison Trail Crew
    • BLM Kremmling Trail Crew
    • BLM NCAs OHV Trail Crew
    • BLM Royal Gorge Trail Crew
    • BLM Uncompahgre Trail Crew
    • Clear Creek RD Crew
    • Columbine Trail Crew
    • Dillon OHV Trail Crew
    • Divide GM OHV Trail Crew
    • Dolores GM Trail Crew
    • Eagle Zoned OHV Trail Crew
    • Flat Tops Trail Crew
    • Grand Lake Trail Crew
    • Grand Valley Trail Crew
    • Gunnison Trail Crew
    • North Rampart GM Trail Crew
    • Ouray Trail Crew
    • Pagosa Trail Crew
    • Parks Motorized Trail Crew
    • Pikes Peak Trail Crew
    • San Carlos GM Trail Crew
    • South Park RD Trail Crew
    • State Forest State Park Trail Crew
    • State Forest Trail Crew
    • Statewide Trail Crew
    • Upper Arkansas Motorized Trail Crew (USFS & CPW)
    Step 2: Compile Your Full Application

    Compile Your Full Application

    You will need to include:

    • Your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
    • Budget, provided in Excel
    • One pdf of the entire application organized in the following order:
      • State Trails Application
      • Scope of Work
      • Project Budget
      • Project Budget Environmental Information (C1, C2)
      • Project Selection Criteria (D1, D2)
      • Maps (E1, E2) 
      • Project Illustrations (F)
      • Support letters (G)
      • Trail Crew Work Plan (H),  if applicable, 
      • Summary of Accomplishments (I), if applicable 

    Email your full application to trails@st​​​ate.co.us​.

    Application Documents

    Having trouble downloading Excel or Word files? Right-click on the link, choose 'Save link as' and download to your desktop or​ designated ​folder.

      Programmatic Application Forms

      The Program is encouraging project’s with an emphasis on Education this cycle.

      Good Management Application Forms

      The OHV Subcommittee has placed a cap of $105,000 for Good Management Applications. Should you need additional funding please complete an additional competitive application.

      Insurance Requirements
      Resources
      Step 3: Application Review

      Grant Application Review Process

      Programmatic projects are evaluated and ranked against each other. Good Management projects are not ranked against each other but do follow the same review process. The OHV grant selection process follows a recommendation and approval process. The entire process includes grant review, scoring, public comment periods and then the recommendation of funding. More specifically, it involves:

      1. Colorado Parks and Wildlife Regional Field Staff Review

        Colorado Parks and Wildlife regional field staff review and identification of any wildlife concerns. Learn more about the wildlife review process and how to contact an Area Wildlife Manager.

      2. Subcomittee Review

        The subcommittee reviews, scores and ranks applications to make recommendations for funding to the State Trails Committee.

      3. State Trails Committee Review

        State Trails Committee review subcommittee scores and make a recommendation for funding to the Parks and Wildlife Commission.

      4. Parks and Wildlife Commission Review

        Final review and funding approval by the Parks and Wildlife Commission. 

      Good Management trail crew

      Committee Review

      State Trails Committee and Parks and Wildlife Commission

      The State Recreational Trails Committee and Parks and Wildlife Commission review Off-Highway Vehicle grant submissions.

      Learn more about State Trails Committee Learn more about the Parks and Wildlife Commission

      OHV Grants

      Grant Submissions

      2025-2026 grant applications will be posted here, and the public comment period will be announced at that time. 2024-2025 grant applications are currently listed here, but the public comment period has closed.

      2025-2026 Public Comment Meetings

      Presentation schedules, Zoom registration links and public comment information will be posted prior to the February and March events.

      These meetings take place in the Denver metro area. The public is invited to review and comment at four separate stages: upon submission and posting of the applications on CPW’s website, before the application review subcommittee, before the State Trails Committee and before the Parks and Wildlife Commission meetings. 

      2025 Grant Application Summary
        Region Wildlife Impact Summaries
        ​OHV Competitive Trail Project Grant Submissions
        1. ​​​South Park Equipment
        2. East Fork Trail Project
        3. Dozer 25 Project
        4. Sawyer Training
        5. PPRD OHV Annual Ops
        6. GV Heavy Equipment Trail Crew
        7. SFSP Government Creek
        8. Farris Creek Bypass Trail Reconstruction
        9. Dillon OHV Crew Equipment
        10. Ouray Trail Dozer Maintenance
        11. BLM Gunnison OHV Crew-Motorcycle
        12. Megawatt Moto Track Maintenance
        13. Shavano Gateway Recreation Area
        14. Pike NF Law Enforcement Officer Moto
        15. COHVCO OHV Workshops
        16. Silt Mesa ERMA Paleontologist Project
        17. North Zone OHV Crew
        18. GJFO Equipment Ops
        19. BLM Statewide OHV Law Enforcement
        20. RGFO Motorcycle Request
        21. HPBE Elkhorn Bridge
        22. HPBE Motorized Trail Crew
        23. Ophir Creek Parking Lot Expansion
        24. White River OHV Trail Crew
        25. Little Snake OHV Crew
        26. Columbine OHV Parking Area Restrooms
        27. OHV San Carlos Trail Project
        28. Rampart Trail Crew Patrol VII
        29. CCMR Trail Maintenance
        30. CCMR Marshall Extension
        31. Grand Junction Motocross Track-Ph.5
        32. RRMMC Trail Plan
        33. RRMMC Trail Maintenance
        34. RGFO Trail Maintenance
        35. HASRC OHV Track Maintenance
        36. Boulder Ranger District OHV Crew
        37. USFS-SLVGO OHV Major Reroute
        38. BLM-SLVGO OHV Trail Crew
        39. STT Education Stewardship Alliance
        40. STT Travel Management Signage
        41. Nelson's Trail #672 Maintenance
        42. Penrose Commons Trail Planning
        43. Rifle District UTV Equipment
        44. Return to Dirt Colorado
        45. Reunion Trail, Ph. 2
        46. Columbine OHV Trails Program
        47. Grizzly Helena Trail Review
        48. Divide Heavy Maintenance Crew
        49. WSATVA Supply and Equipment
        50. WSATVA Trail Dozer
        51. WSATVA Subcontractor Trail Maintenance
        Good Management Submissions​​

        Grant Deadlines

        Application Deadline

        Compile and email all required documents by this date

        December 6, 2024

        5:00 p.m. MT

        Projects Posted for Public Comment

        Friday, December 27, 2024

        Deadline for Public Comment

        Friday, January 31, 2025

        Wildlife Review

        CPW wildlife staff will have completed their review of grant applications

        Tuesday, February 4, 2025

        OHV Subcommittee Application Review Meeting

        Wednesday and Thursday, February 5-6, 2025

        OHV Grant Presentation Meeting

        Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, March 5-7, 2025

        OHV Subcommittee Scores Due

        Friday, March 14, 2025

        State Trails Committee Meeting

        Friday, April 4, 2025

        Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting

        Wednesday and Thursday, May 7-8, 2025

        Award and Non-Award Letters Sent

        Mid-June, 2025

        Contracts are initiated

        Fall 2025

        Project Funds are available for Disbursement

        Fall 2025-Spring 2026

        Contact

        Please contact the the State Trails Program with any questions regarding eligibility, projects, or expenses at:

        Trails Grants

        Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers additional trail grants to apply for. 

        Snowmobile Trail Grants

        Snowmobile Trail Grants

        Purchase new or repair existing trail groomers, make trailhead improvements, create new or maintain maintenance facilities, or purchase signs and trail markers.

        About Snowmobile Trail Grants
        Non-Motorized Trail Grants.

        Non-Motorized Trail Grants

        Eligible project types include trail construction, maintenance, planning, support and trail stewardship crews.

        About Non-motorized Trail Grants