The Hoosier National Forest Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) is now available. This map is required under the new Travel Management Rule (70 Federal Register 68264), dated November 9, 2005 (36 CFR Parts 212, 261 and 295) which revised regulations regarding travel management on National Forest System lands. The map does not change any policy regarding the use or prohibition of motorized vehicles on the Hoosier National Forest; rather it simply clarifies what types of motor vehicle are currently allowed, when, and where. The use of motorized vehicles off road is still prohibited on the Hoosier National Forest.

Only designated routes shown on the map are open to motorized use, and all motorized vehicles must be street legal under Indiana state law. Generally, these are roads that are open and suitable for use by passenger vehicles. In addition to roads managed by the Forest Service, many roads within the Forest are under state or county jurisdiction, and users are advised to consult local laws regarding use of those roads.

The Motor Vehicle Use Maps are available to the public free of charge at:

·         Brownstown Ranger District and Supervisor’s Office at 811 Constitution Ave in Bedford

·         Tell City Ranger District Office at 248 15^th Street, Tell City

·         An electronic version of the map can also be found below

The Motor Vehicle Use Map will be published annually each October showing allowed uses after appropriate environmental analyses and public involvement.

Under the new travel management rule, users are responsible for knowing what roads are open to which type of use. For example, users may not ride an ATV on any Hoosier National Forest road, including roads within campgrounds. The map clarifies such restrictions and will serve as an enforcement tool for motorized vehicle use on the Forest. Other maps and information may be needed to determine additional recreational opportunities and restrictions on routes not managed by the Forest Service.

For further information contact Nancy Myers at the Tell City Ranger District office (Phone number:  812-547-9241).

Motor Vehicle Use Route Maps by District

Brownstown District Map (2,485 KB)

Tell City District Map (2,618 KB)