Kane County · Southern Utah

Electric dirt bikes in Kanab

Kanab opens some streets to OHV-registered dirt bikes and e-motos, usually only to get to and from trails.

Streets open to reach trails Checked against the ordinance, November 2026 · All 21 cities

Rules as of November 2026. Ordinances change, and this page may be behind or wrong. You're responsible for confirming the current rules with the city before you ride. If you know a rule has changed, tell us.

What Kanab's rules say

Dirt bikes can use a list of designated Kanab streets, but only to reach trails or roads on state and federal land outside town. Other city streets are allowed only to get to the nearest designated route. The limit is 25 mph or the posted limit, whichever is lower, and riders under 16 need direct adult supervision.

Ordinance Kanab City General Ordinances, Section 13-311: Off-Highway Vehicle Act Checked against the ordinance, November 2026. Read it before you ride: it's the rule, and this page is our summary.

Which registration you need

OHV registration covers trails and the Kanab streets opened to reach them, within the city's limits above. To ride any other street, the bike needs a street-legal plate.

Rules everywhere in Utah

City rules only cover streets. These apply in Kanab and everywhere else.

TrailsOnly trails and areas designated for OHVs or motorized use. Not mountain bike singletrack, hiking trails, or other non-motorized trails, even ones that allow e-bikes. Legally an e-moto is a motor vehicle, not a bicycle.
Sidewalks and pathsOff-limits, including paved public paths.
Kids and teensAge, license, and supervision rules depend on the bike. Check what your kid can ride.

Trails and equipment rules · Utah's e-bike and e-moto rules

Other Southern Utah cities

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