1) Is the emphasis on training?
YES, the emphasis is on developing riding skills in a family oriented environment.
Helmets are required at all times.
Trail riding is all one directional.
Speed is kept to a minimum by the winding trail structure.
Night time riding is not permitted.
No alcohol or drugs are permitted on the property.
2) Do we allow children?
Rider restrictions are based on the individual as much as age. All riders, children or adult, must
demonstrate their strength and awareness in the training and orientation sections before being
permitted to enter the trail riding section. Children twelve and older that are accompanied by a
parent who’s also renting may be permitted to proceed to the trail riding areas.
3) What are the economics of renting vs. owning?
People that don’t own an ATV, might be thinking of buying an ATV or might just be vacationing and
don’t have a practical way to transport their personal ATV are also ideal. If you're looking at owning vs. renting,
owning includes the cost of a new ATV runs $5,000 to 7,000
plus maintenance, depreciation, cleanup, a trailer, a
vehicle capable of towing, driving skill towing a trailer, a place to store everything, a place to ride, etc.
4) Is Hocking HIlls Nature Trails open year round?
Yes, we’re open year round. Summer, fall, winter, spring, sunny, rainy, cold and snowy, it’s all good.
5) Do I need any experience?
No, beginner, intermediate and advanced riding is available, no experience is necessary.
6) What's provided?
Helmets are provided along with full operational
instruction. Bring eye protection, sunglasses work well.
We sell eye protection for $1 at the park. Wear long pants. No open toed shoes.
7) What levels of trail riding difficulty will I find?
Trails include a beginner instruction and training area
that's open. This transitions into basic trail riding and
graduates along into intermediate and advanced trail riding. The
trails you ride are based on your level of
comfort and expertise.
8) Are guided and unguided trail riding available?
Yes, we'll stay with you as long as you'd like or we feel necessary.
9) What are your rates?
Rates vary based on venue and vehicle. Please give us a call or email for more information.
10) What kind of attractions will you find at Sauerkraut Rd?
ATV nature trail riding, streams, hills, logs, rocks,
bridges, scenic overviews, foliage, wild flowers and wildlife
including deer, turkey, birds and yes, there’s a little mud if you choose.
11) What kind of ATV equipment do we have?
Suzuki and Polaris 4 stroke, AWD, one person, two person and side-by-side ATVs.
12) Who’s the ideal rider?
Ideal riders are individuals, friends, couples and all forms
of group, corporate outing or special occasions. It's a great
team building experience. We can set up scavenger hunts on the nature trails that are nature based or group
informational.
13) What are the economics of renting vs. owning?
People that don’t own an ATV, might be thinking of buying an ATV or might just be vacationing and
don’t have a practical way to transport their personal ATV are also ideal. If you're looking at owning vs. renting,
owning includes the cost of a new ATV runs $5,000 to 7,000
plus maintenance, depreciation, cleanup, a trailer, a
vehicle capable of towing, driving skill towing a trailer, a place to store everything, a place to ride, etc.
14) What’s an ATV rental experience like?
All riders receive one-on-one attention from the trail staff.
You’ll start with an orientation and training session and
ride through a supervised obstacle course. Trail staff will spend
as much time as needed with every rider before they
proceed to trail riding. Bring long pants and shoes or riding boots.
Everything you’ll need is furnished or available at
the facility.
15) Is Ohio ATV World the only company permitted to provide ATV rentals on the Wayne National Forest OHV trail system?
Yes, on April 13th, 2009 the Wayne National Forest announced
a temporary outfitter-guide special use permit for Ohio
ATV World. The permit authorizes Ohio ATV World to begin renting ATVs and guiding riders on the Monday Creek,
Pine Creek, and Hanging Rock ATV trail system.
16) What's different about riding on the Wayne National Forest OHV trail system?
Riding an ATV on the Wayne National Forest OHV trail system
is better suited for intermediate to advanced riders.
The Wayne system has 3 separate regions and includes 110 miles of OHV trail system.
17) What else is there to know about Wayne National Forest ATV Rentals?
Reservations for ATV rentals on the Wayne Forest trail system are required
We meet renters at a designated Wayne Forest ATV trail head
Riding in the Wayne is bi-directional
Wayne Forest Daily Use Permits are also provided for @ $12 per rider per day
Daily ATV rental rates apply
Experience is necessary, Intermediate and advanced riding is typical
Beginners are encouraged to get qualified at our Sauerkraut Rd. Venue.
Full operational instruction are provided
Helmets are provided
18) What do I need to know about Hocking Hills Nature Trails bike rentals?
Bicycle Rentals and Bicycle Nature Tours are available for riding on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway
Bikes are only to be ridden on the 22 mile Hock-Hocking Adena
Families, individuals, groups, associations, church groups and corporate outings are welcome.
Reservations are required by first calling 740.592.2500
Bikes are located at the Inn at Hocking College, Nelsonville and the Holiday Inn Express, Athens
Men's & women's bikes are available
Bikes are single speed, coaster brake, comfort bikes
Water bottle holders & bells are installed on each bike
Wind At Your Back (one way bike rentals between Nelsonville & Athens) are available