Topic: Some things to know about Texas..

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http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/ohv/index.phtml

Where to Buy a Texas OHV Decal
A Texas OHV decal can be purchased by calling the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Customer Service Center (CSC). The CSC phone number is: 512-389-8917. The decal cost is $8.00 and can be paid for with a credit card. The decals are valid from September 1 to August 31 each year.

Action Powersports #1
404 N. IH 45
Ennis, TX 75119
972-875-6595 / FAX - 972-875-9944

Action Powersports #2
701 E. Tyler Street
Athens, TX 75751
903-677-2900 / FAX - 903-677-3400

Action Powersports #3
650 N IH 35
Red Oak, TX 75154
972-576-1660 / FAX - 972-576-0326

Eisenhower State Park
50 Park Road 20
Denison, TX 75020-4878
903-465-1956

Whiteside Motors
1400 West Koenig Lane
Austin, TX 78756
512-458-5631

T.J's Cycle Sales & Service
6208 N. Lamar Street
Austin, TX 78752
512-453-6255

David Brown's Sport Center
4203 Canyon Drive
Amarillo, TX 79110
806-358-4572

Cycle Shack
5218 34th Street
Lubbock, TX 79407
806-797-7449
www.cycleshacklubbock.com

Honda - DFW
2350 William D. Tate Avenue
Grapevine, TX 76051
817-421-4663

Wild West Honda
22515 Katy Freeway
Katy, TX 77450
281-392-8850

Tucker Motorcycle Supply
205 E. Byron Nelson Blvd.
Roanoke, TX 76262
817-491-4100/ Toll Free - 877-285-9884
www.tucmoto.com

Family PowerSports Lubbock
4202 W. Loop 289
Lubbock, TX 79407
806-793-2551 / FAX - 806-793-5679
800-207-6002 Toll Free
www.familypowersports.com

Family PowerSports San Angelo
4160 Houston-Harte Expressway
San Angelo, TX 76901
325-947-2453 / FAX - 325-947-1458
800-889-9793 Toll Free
www.familypowersports.com

Family PowerSports Odessa
3506 N. Golder Ave.
Odessa, TX 79764
432-368-7907 / FAX - 432-368-4018
www.familypowersports.com

Family PowerSports McKinney
311 N. University
McKinney, TX 75069
972-562-2077 / FAX - 972-569-8861
www.familypowersports.com

Family PowerSports Weatherford
1811 Fort Worth Highway
Weatherford, TX 76086
817-596-3244 / FAX - 817-599-0978
800-251-9744 Toll Free
www.familypowersports.com

Woods Fun Center
11405 North IH 35
Austin, TX 78753
512-459-3311
www.woodsfuncenter.com

Eastside Honda
12527 IH-10
Baytown, TX 77520
281-385-0700
www.eastsidehonda.com

Edge Kawasaki
10310 Montana Avenue
El Paso, TX 79925
915-593-1024 / FAX - 915-593-0352

Spruill Honda Kawasaki
1806 West Ferguson Road
Mt. Pleasant, TX 75455
903-572-3647

Sharps Motorsports
4413 IH-40 East
Amarillo, TX 79104
806-373-3051

Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area
6284 State Highway 155 North
Gilmer, TX 75645
903-797-4066

ProMax Powersports
123 Highway 199 East
Springtown, TX 76082
817-220-2453

Honda of Houston
12655 West Road
Houston, TX 77041
281-506-1300

Cycle Center of Denton
516 South I-35E
Denton, TX 76205
940-387-3885

Honda Town
5717 Airport Freeway
Fort Worth, TX 76117
817-834-7185

Amarillo Outdoor Power Equipment
7160 Canyon Drive
Amarillo, TX 79109
806-353-1211

Town of Trophy Club
Marshall Creek OHV Park
100 Municipal Drive
Trophy Club, TX 76262
682-831-4603

Cowboy Honda
1280 IH 10 South
Beaumont, TX 77707
877-832-5971
www.cowboyhonda.com

Four Wheels of Texas
2105-A N. Beach Street
Fort Worth, TX 76111
817-834-1090 / www.fourwheelsoftexas.com

Five Star Equipment
Highway 15 West
P. O. Box 658
Spearman, TX 79081
806-659-3743

Las Cruces Motorsports
2125 S. Valley Drive
Las Cruces, NM 88005
575-524-3626 / www.lcmotorsports.com

Cummings ATV's
803 W. Broadway
Fritch, TX 79036
806-857-2887 / FAX - 806-857-6344

Santa Teresa Motorsports
910 Livingston Loop
Santa Teresa, NM 88008
575-589-4980
www.santateresamotorsports.com

Gander Mountain 404
19890 S.W. Freeway
Sugar Land, TX 77479
281-239-6720 / FAX - 281-239-6738
www.gandermountain.com

Woods Cycle Country
1933 IH 35 East
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-606-9828 / FAX - 830-609-9679
www.woodscyclecountry.com

Mr. Motorcycle
6020 Gateway Blvd. E
El Paso, TX 79905
915-779-8500 / FAX - 915-779-8501
www.mrmotorcycle.net

Cycle Shack North
830 S. Frazier
Conroe, TX 77301
936-756-9711 / FAX - 936-756-9710
www.cycleshacknorth.com

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Where to Ride OHV's in Texas
Below are OHV venues located on public lands in Texas where OHV recreation is allowed and the Texas OHV decal is required to trail ride.
http://www.ohv-parks.com/scripts/three.asp?STATENAME=TEXAS&TYPE=OHV
Riding Locations
Emma Long City Park
(Motorcycles only)

Austin/Travis County
1706 City Park Road
Austin, TX 78730
512-346-1831
Lake Mackenzie Recreation Area
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)

Silverton/Briscoe County
139 South Mackenzie Road
Silverton, TX 79257
806-633-4335
McClellan National Grassland
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)

Black Kettle Ranger Disctrict
Route 1 Box 55B
Cheyenne, OK 73628
580-497-2143
US Army Corp of Engineers, Somerville Lake/Yegua Creek Park OHV Area
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
 

Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area
(ATV's, Motorcycles & Full Size OHV's)
Gilmer/Upshur County
6284 State Highway 155 North
Gilmer, TX 75645
903-797-4066

Eisenhower State Park
(10 acre ATV and Mini Bike Trails)
Denison/Lake Texoma/Grayson County
50 Park Road 20
Denison, TX 75020-4878
903-465-1956

Navigable Rivers
(ATV's, Motorcycles, Full Size OHV's, Dune Buggies & Sand Rails)

Canadian River
Oldham, Potter, Hutchinson, Roberts, & Hemphill counties

Prairie Dog Town Fork of the Red River
Armstrong, Briscoe, Hall, & Childress counties
Texas Off Roaders Association (TORA)
Scott Slater, President
Route 1 Box 3-16
Fritch, TX 79036
806-857-4061

San Felipe Park
(Dune Buggies, ATV's & Motorcycles)
Fabens/El Paso County
Trophy Club Park at Grapevine Lake
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
Trophy Club/Denton County

100 Municipal Drive
Trophy Club, TX 76262
682-831-4603
Sam Houston National Forest ¹
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
Montgomery/Walker & Grimes counties

Sam Houston Ranger District
394 FM 1375 West
New Waverly, TX 77358
936-344-6205
Angelina National Forest ¹
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
Zavala/Angelina County

Angelina Ranger District
111 Walnut Ridge Road
Zavalla, TX 75980
936-897-1068
Davy Crockett National Forest ¹
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
Lufkin/Cherokee & Angelina counties

Davy Crockett Ranger District
Route 1 Box 55FS
Kennard, TX 75847
936-655-2299
Sabine National Forest ¹
(ATV's & Motorcycles only)
San Augustine/Shelby & Sabine counties

Sabine Ranger District
201 South Palm
Hemphill, TX 75948
409-787-3870
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
Moore & Potter counties
Blue Creek OHV Area
(ATV's, Motorcycles, Full Size OHV's, Dune Buggies & Sand Rails)

Rosita OHV Area
(ATV's, Motorcycles, Full Size OHV's, Dune Buggies & Sand Rails)
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area
PO Box 1460
Fritch, TX 79036
806-857-3151

[Redbeard1 [OP]]

Do All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) need to be registered at the county tax assessors/collectors office before being used at OHV venues located on the public lands of Texas?

No, ATV registration is no longer required in Texas. Under the provisions of HB3849, TxDOT would no longer register all-terrain vehicles (ATV) for off-highway use; and the $6 registration fee and $6 ATV safety fee would no longer be collected. Titles for ATVs and Motorcycles can still be obtained at your local county tax assessor/collectors office.

Do ATVs used at OHV venues located on the public lands of Texas need a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) registration decal?

No, ATV registration is not longer required in Texas and therefore, the TxDOT ATV registration decal is no longer required. Under the provisions of HB3849, TxDOT would no longer register all-terrain vehicles (ATV) for off-highway use; and the $6 registration fee and $6 ATV safety fee would no longer be collected.

Do I need a Texas OHV decal when riding at an OHV venue located on the public lands of Texas?

Yes, any type of OHV, that includes ATVs, motorcycles, full sized OHVs, or other types of OHVs, used at venues where OHV recreation is legal and which are located on public lands, or at private OHV venues which have received TPWD OHV grant monies, are required to have a current Texas OHV decal properly mounted on the vehicle before riding. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department sells the Texas OHV decal. You can obtain an OHV decal by calling 512-389-8917 or by visiting one of the locations which are reselling the OHV decal. A list of locations where the OHV decal can be purchased can be found on the OHV "Where to Buy" web page.

What is the cost of the Texas OHV decal?

Currently, the decal fee is $8.00 per fiscal year.

How long are the Texas OHV decals valid for?

The Texas OHV decals are valid for up to one year. The Texas OHV program year is based on the State of Texas fiscal year which, each year, begins on September 1st and runs until August 31st of the following year.

Is the cost of Texas OHV decals prorated if the decals are purchased after the beginning of the program year?

No, the decals are not prorated based on the time left in the program year.

Can I obtain a replacement OHV decal if mine is lost or destroyed?

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is not providing replacement decals which are lost or destroyed. The wallet card included with each decal can serve as proof you purchased a decal. This card includes the decal number and the expiration date. Or you can purchase another OHV decal to replace lost or destroyed OHV decal.

Where can I buy the Texas OHV decal?

The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Customer Service Center (CSC) and at Eisenhower State Park sell the decals. The CSC can be called at: 512-389-8917. Texas OHV decals are being sold at a small number of OHV dealerships and at some of the OHV venues where the decal is required to ride. A list of locations where the OHV decal can be purchased can be found on the OHV "Where to Buy" web page.

What types of vehicles are required to have a Texas OHV decal?

Any type of OHV, ATVs, motorcycles, full sized OHVs, or other types of OHVs used at venues where OHV recreation is legal and which are located on public lands, or at private OHV venues which have received TPWD OHV grant monies, are required to have a current Texas OHV decal properly mounted on the vehicle before riding.

Do street-legal vehicles need the OHV decal when riding at an OHV venue located on the public lands of Texas?

Yes, street legal motorcycles, street legal full-sized vehicles, full-sized 2-wheel drive vehicles, and 4-wheel drive vehicles need a Texas OHV decal when trail riding on public land. Use of street-legal OHVs on private land or on public roads does not require the Texas OHV decal.

Where do I need the Texas OHV decal when trail riding?

This law applies to all public lands in Texas including all municipal, county, state or federal lands where OHV recreation is approved and legal. The OHV decal is also required to ride at private OHV venues which are open to the public and which have received OHV grant monies from TPWD.

Do I need a Texas OHV decal when trail riding on private lands?

No, unless the land was purchased for use as an OHV park or at an existing OHV venue that made facility improvements using National Recreational Trails Program grant funds or Texas OHV program grant funds, i.e., TMTC’s Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area.

Will my Texas OHV decal be honored in other states?

Currently, an informal decal reciprocity agreement exists between some states which have state OHV programs. If you have a current Texas OHV decal and want to use your OHV in another state which has an OHV decal program, you should check with that state's OHV program to obtain accurate and up-to-date information related to the requirements of their OHV decal and registration program before trail riding in OHV legal areas.

Will OHV decals from other states be honored in Texas?

At this time, there are no reciprocity agreements between Texas and other States which have State OHV decal programs. If a resident of another state wants to trail ride with their OHV on public lands, where OHV recreation is legal in Texas, they will be required to purchase a Texas OHV decal.

Does possession of a Texas OHV decal give me legal access and approval to use OHVs on any public land in Texas?

No. Possession of a Texas OHV decal does not allow legal OHV access to public lands where legal access does not currently exist.

Can ATVs be ridden while hunting or fishing on State Wildlife Management lands or on leased Type II Permit lands?

ATVs can not be ridden on State Wildlife Management lands or on leased Type II Permit lands unless the ATV operator has a current handicapped license plate or handicapped hang placard. If the ATV operator has a current handicapped license plate of hang placard, the operator may ride the ATV directly to and from their place to hunt or fish. ATVs may not be used for recreational trail riding on State Wildlife Management lands or on leased Type II Permit lands.

Is there a penalty or fine for not possessing an OHV decal when & where it is required?

Failure to comply with the provisions of this law constitutes a Class C misdemeanor and could result in the OHV operator being issued a citation. Fines for this offense range from $25 to $500.

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Wimberly Four Wheel Drive is located in New Braunfels, TX just off of I-35 at exit 195
contact Dan Edone for used Land Cruiser parts and service 830-626-3111.

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Wimberly Four Wheel Drive is located in New Braunfels, TX just off of I-35 at exit 195
contact Dan Edone for used Land Cruiser parts and service 830-626-3111.

I was wondering why I see some Fj's trailer around there sometimes.  My deer lease is in Blanco, just 30 minutes from there.  Once saw a beautiful restored 69-72 fj-40 being trailerd between San Marcus and Giddings