FAQ’s
For more information on Southern Utah ATV rentals, contact Pinewoods Resort.
FAQ’s listed below represent the Heber City location only.
- 1. What ATV’s do you rent?
Every year we purchase new ATV’s to provide our guests with the best equipment for their money. Our fleet for 2012 includes one of the best machines on the market. The Can Am Outlander Max 400 EFI. This stellar machine is 4WD and has the most horsepower in its class. It is two person capable and outperforms every other ATV on the market. We also offer single seater machines at a lower rental price. These machines can go just about anywhere the 4WD Outlander will go. Its only drawbacks are it is only designed for one person and it may have some limitations in deep snow or mud. New this year is the Polaris Ranger Crew 800 UTV. This machine drives like a car with a steering wheel and foot pedals. It is wider than an ATV and capable of taking up to 6 people and their cargo. It has a bed similar to a truck that can carry fishing poles, coolers, back packs or hunting gear. This is an excellent machine that the whole family can go out in.
2. Do I have to trailer machines to the trail head?
Yes and no. At our Pinewoods Resort location in Southern Utah you can simply show up, rent and ride. You leave right from the Resort and access dozens of roads and trails. From our Heber City location you can reserve as many machines as needed and we’ll prep them and load them on a trailer. Then you come by, pick up the trailer and machines and take them to your destination of choice. Additionally for a small fee and advanced notice we can deliver to pre-arranged trail heads.
3. How old do I have to be to drive an ATV?
Utah state law requires any drivers of an OHV to be 16 with a valid driver’s license. Learner’s permits are not legal. There are some exceptions. Some children can receive a state issued OHV certificate by completing a state course. Our policy allows children 14 – 16 with a valid OHV certificate to drive a single seat machine only, and a legal parent or guardian must accompany the child at all times. Children without a drivers license but who posses a valid OHV certificate are only allowed on ATV trails only. They are not allowed on streets or roads open to vehicles. No exceptions.
4. Can I have a passenger on a single seat ATV?
No. Our single seat ATV’s are designed only for a single driver. If you have a passenger you must rent the 4WD Outlander or the Polaris Ranger Crew UTV.
5. How old do passengers have to be to ride?
It is not so much a matter of age as it is of size. On the Outlander ATV’s a passenger must have the ability to reach and hold onto the passenger hand grips and their feet must reach the footrests. Generally children ages of 8+ meet this criteria. If they do not, you may want to consider the Polaris Ranger Crew UTV which can accommodate all ages of children.
6. I am unfamiliar with a UTV, can you tell me a little about it?
A UTV is a multi-passenger Utility Vehicle where the driver and passengers sit side by side and is capable of carrying a diverse load. It drives like a car or truck in that it has a steering wheel and foot pedals that control the brakes and gas. It has a bed capable of carry a variety of items. It is quite a bit larger than an ATV and because of its width there may be some trails closed to it. Over the past few years UTV’s have become increasingly popular. To take a closer look click here.
7. What duration of rentals do you offer?
If renting from our Heber City location we only allow full day rentals due to the pick up, drop off and drive times needed. However Pinewoods Resort offers full day and half day options.
8. How long does it take to check out an ATV?
Most cases 15 – 30 minutes. Please remember to show up 30 minutes prior to your reservation to enable enough time to do paperwork and get prepped for your rental. Larger groups sometimes take a little longer. The more organized and prepared your group, the quicker we can get you on the trail.
9. Are there any additional accessories needed with the ATV / UTV rental?
We require a DOT approved helmet for all renters. Ski helmets are not DOT approved. If you have a DOT approved helmet, bring it. If not we have a selection of helmets included in the rental price.
10. Is there insurance available? No. But we do have a damage agreement you can purchase. Damage Agreements can be purchased for $25 per day. Once purchased the purchaser is then limited to paying only up to $1200 for damages to an ATV or UTV. In other words the limits are similar to a deductible and would be the max out of pocket for damages. Damage Agreements cover damages to the machine it was purchased for only. It does not cover personal injury, other peoples equipment, loss revenue (down time) or recovery costs. There are also ways to void the damage agreement, so make sure to read our waiver before renting and heading out. If you are not capable of paying for a totaled machine ($3000-$7000), the Damage Agreement is REQUIRED. Damage Agreements are always highly recommended.
11. Is it important to make a reservation?
Reservations are always highly recommended. Even if we have a lot of availability a few days before, always make a reservation. There are many times we book up a couple days out and if you just show up you may not get a machine. Do remember that a deposit is required for all reservations and is non-refundable. Additionally you will want to make sure you agree to the terms of our reservation and cancellation policy.
12. How far are you from Salt Lake and Park city?
Our Heber City location is just a short 30 -40 minutes from most Wasatch front locations and 15 minutes from Park City. Plus Heber City is “on your way” to most Utah summer destinations.
13. Why should I rent from Uinta Recreation?
Three reasons. 1. Terrain. 2. Equipment. 3. Service and Experience. Northern Utah has no better ATV experience than Uinta Recreation. We have enough locations throughout the state to accommodate every renter. Utah public lands and forest service provide hundreds and hundreds of miles of trails with elevations ranging from 6000 feet to 11,000 ft taking our guests to some of the most spectacular scenery in Utah. We purchase new ATV’s every year giving our guests the best quality and most reliable equipment for a extremely good value. Lastly we have many years of experience and are focused on our guest service. These reasons make Uinta Recreation “Utah’s Premier ATV Rental Destination”.
