Snowmobile Registration and Permit Fees

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

I oppose the fee increase, particularly the $20 hike. Many of us pay for multiple OHVs and snowmobiles, and this significant rise suggests poor financial management.

Additionally, what about snowshoers, hikers, and backcountry skiers who use the same groomed trails? I've noticed search and rescue missions involving those groups happening more frequently than for snowmobilers. Are they contributing to SAR fees?

We're already burdened with numerous fees. It would be wise to review how the funds are being managed before imposing more costs.

I oppose the fee increase, particularly the $20 hike. Many of us pay for multiple OHVs and snowmobiles, and this significant rise suggests poor financial management.

Additionally, what about snowshoers, hikers, and backcountry skiers who use the same groomed trails? I've noticed search and rescue missions involving those groups happening more frequently than for snowmobilers. Are they contributing to SAR fees?

We're already burdened with numerous fees. It would be wise to review how the funds are being managed before imposing more costs.

Why should we the snowmobile riders have to be the only ones to pay for the grooming of trails. We are only a fraction of the users on the trails. We need to start charging the 75% of other users. We CANNOT be the only ones charged! I also spend most of my time I'm back country and ice fishing. So maybe a trailer user fee that can be paid threw the app?. I also want to see a statement for the funds provided to the public on use of funds. As we are extremely expensive for the amount of trails compared to other states.

Why should we the snowmobile riders have to be the only ones to pay for the grooming of trails. We are only a fraction of the users on the trails. We need to start charging the 75% of other users. We CANNOT be the only ones charged! I also spend most of my time I'm back country and ice fishing. So maybe a trailer user fee that can be paid threw the app?. I also want to see a statement for the funds provided to the public on use of funds. As we are extremely expensive for the amount of trails compared to other states.

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

There should be no fee increase. The grooming in SW CO is garbage. They only groom where guided tours and cross country skiers are. Most other places only get groomed a few times per year. Most of us dirt bikers clear trails in the summer as the forest service doesn't. Quit wasting money.

It's time you start charging all users for access.

As motorized users we pay for grooming and are forced to share a trail with skiers, snowshoers, people walking dogs, fat tire e-bikes, etc. None of these users are required to put stickers on thier equipment. The worst part is, it's these very groups that actively petition against snowmobile use because of the conflicts they create.

Where are the "Snowmobile only" trails?

I am absolutely 💯 against raising permit fees. If your going to raise the rates by 40% then I want to see 40% more access!

OHV funds have been used for non-motorized use in the past, until you make it law they can't we are just funding everyone else at the cost of a war on motorized use.

I don’t mind paying an increased registration fee if the money actually goes directly to Colorado snowmobile clubs. I think that the out of state snowmobile registration should be at least double the instate fee. Trail heads are busier than ever with out of state tags. Out of state snowmobilers will come to CO regardless of the fees because we have mountains and better snow conditions, let them pay more because almost none of them are members of any CO snowmobile clubs. These guys are crowding our trail heads with high dollar 30’-40’ trailers, they can easily afford an increased fee.

Although nobody enjoys paying more without seeing benefits the proposed $50.25 is just slightly above the price paid in 2007 when adjusting for inflation. Before any price increase however it needs to be disclosed where the money is currently being spent and where is is proposed to be spent. Motorized users are tired of funding non-motorized activities and users that are unappreciative.

I am a rider that NEVER uses groomed trails and feel it is unfair that my annual registration be increased substantially to pay for additional trail work. I think a special use fee should be assessed to high traffic areas that need the funding. That way those that benefit carry the financial burden.

Although nobody enjoys paying more, $50 isn't much more than the adjustment for inflation from 2007. Before any increase however, disclosure needs to be seen as to where the money is currently being spent and the proposal for future spending. Motorized contributions should not be used for nonmotorized activities.

I would agree with most people here. Not apposed to a rate increase but what are we getting for that increase. I feel there is so much more that could be done for snowmobilers than what is currently being done. Admittedly I don’t know all the ins and outs of how things get paid for and who is responsible for what. But I think it is time to rethink the approach to this sport and access. I would like to see better access, parking, grooming, signage, maps, to name a few. Many people are using our access points but then curse snowmobiles. Between the dog walkers, skinners, XC skiers, hikers and kids sliding, how about asking them to support the trailheads and trails that they use too. Working together I know we can do better for everyone!

I can understand fees don’t go as far as they used to, especially given the hyper inflation felt during the last 3 years, but a 60% increase is quite a lot. Are we going to see a similar, if not identical message in 6 months when OHV and boat permits are coming due? Are the out of state OHV,boat and snowmobile stickers going up too?? What about hikers, bicycles and skiers/snowboarders? They use the same trails and back country without paying any fees. Why do all feed get paid by motorized vehicles and hunters? And where’re these fees actually being used? I’ve only seen trails only get worse in the last decade, not improve. Meanwhile trails are being closed to those who are paying the fees and open only to those who don’t pay, hikers, bikers… And are the fees only for trail improvement, or are they being added to a slush fund for pet projects like moose, prairie chickens and wolves? How about fees based on weight or wheel size and number? I’ve been riding motorcycle trails here for 30+ years, those that ATV’s and razors/side by sides can’t access have barely deteriorated. Those they can access are being destroyed. Not only that, they drive like maniacs. Are these fees going help with speed, and reckless driving enforcement. It’s getting downrightscary to be out on some of these roads and trails with a bike or ATV.
The fact is, this is just a formality, you’re going to raise the fees no matter what the “input” is. But please take some of these issues into account. Don’t just take our money and throw it to the wolves. Yes, pun intended. If you’re going to raise fees on snowmobiles, and likely OHV’s, boats, hunting and fishing… use at least a majority of it to improve those sports, Or start collecting fees on the PC, “green sports as well.

I can understand fees don’t go as far as they used to, especially given the hyper inflation felt during the last 3 years, but a 60% increase is quite a lot. Are we going to see a similar, if not identical message in 6 months when OHV and boat permits are coming due? Are the out of state OHV,boat and snowmobile stickers going up too?? What about hikers, bicycles and skiers/snowboarders? They use the same trails and back country without paying any fees. Why do all feed get paid by motorized vehicles and hunters? And where’re these fees actually being used? I’ve only seen trails only get worse in the last decade, not improve. Meanwhile trails are being closed to those who are paying the fees and open only to those who don’t pay, hikers, bikers… And are the fees only for trail improvement, or are they being added to a slush fund for pet projects like moose, prairie chickens and wolves? How about fees based on weight or wheel size and number? I’ve been riding motorcycle trails here for 30+ years, those that ATV’s and razors/side by sides can’t access have barely deteriorated. Those they can access are being destroyed. Not only that, they drive like maniacs. Are these fees going help with speed, and reckless driving enforcement. It’s getting downrightscary to be out on some of these roads and trails with a bike or ATV.
The fact is, this is just a formality, you’re going to raise the fees no matter what the “input” is. But please take some of these issues into account. Don’t just take our money and throw it to the wolves. Yes, pun intended. If you’re going to raise fees on snowmobiles, and likely OHV’s, boats, hunting and fishing… use at least a majority of it to improve those sports, Or start collecting fees on the PC, “green sports as well.

I can understand fees don’t go as far as they used to, especially given the hyper inflation felt during the last 3 years, but a 60% increase is quite a lot. Are we going to see a similar, if not identical message in 6 months when OHV and boat permits are coming due? Are the out of state OHV,boat and snowmobile stickers going up too?? What about hikers, bicycles and skiers/snowboarders? They use the same trails and back country without paying any fees. Why do all feed get paid by motorized vehicles and hunters? And where’re these fees actually being used? I’ve only seen trails only get worse in the last decade, not improve. Meanwhile trails are being closed to those who are paying the fees and open only to those who don’t pay, hikers, bikers… And are the fees only for trail improvement, or are they being added to a slush fund for pet projects like moose, prairie chickens and wolves? How about fees based on weight or wheel size and number? I’ve been riding motorcycle trails here for 30+ years, those that ATV’s and razors/side by sides can’t access have barely deteriorated. Those they can access are being destroyed. Not only that, they drive like maniacs. Are these fees going help with speed, and reckless driving enforcement. It’s getting downrightscary to be out on some of these roads and trails with a bike or ATV.
The fact is, this is just a formality, you’re going to raise the fees no matter what the “input” is. But please take some of these issues into account. Don’t just take our money and throw it to the wolves. Yes, pun intended. If you’re going to raise fees on snowmobiles, and likely OHV’s, boats, hunting and fishing… use at least a majority of it to improve those sports, Or start collecting fees on the PC, “green sports as well.

If CPW wouldn't waste and mismanage the already excessive fees that Colorado outdoors men and women already contribute, this would not be an issue.