The Utah Public Lands Alliance shared a 2026 legislative recap from Brett Stewart of Utah OHV Advocates. Here are the parts we think matter most to folks who wheel Utah.

Sand dune flags

Under HB 444, the alliance reports that the requirement for OHV safety flags on certain sand dunes to be red or orange was removed as of May 6. Under the new rule, any flag at least 6 by 12 inches and at least 8 feet off the ground, or 18 inches above the helmet, is compliant. The post notes that parts of Little Sahara still have a federal red or orange requirement.

The OHV grant program

The recap says advocates worked to amend HB 545 so the state's OHV grants would not become reimbursement only. They also got OHV language taken out of SB 190, which would have let some OHV owners stop paying registration for the life of the vehicle.

Moab's speed limit signs

The recap also says Stewart talked with Moab Councilman Jason Taylor and Rep. Monson about Moab's two different speed limit signs on the same streets, and that Taylor agreed to pursue removing the second signs.

Our take

That OHV grant money is what pays for things like trail crews and search and rescue machines around Moab, so it is worth keeping an eye on. If you head to Sand Hollow or other Utah dunes, check the current flag rules before you go.