New Brunswick ’s extensive,managed snowmobile trail system supports a significant winter tourism industry. It's estimated that the number of snowmobile users inNew Brunswick is in excess of 15,000. Maintaining the system of trails was dependant on funding from permits that users voluntarily purchased each season from the New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs(NBFSC).

In the interest of fairness and sustainability, the Provinceof New Brunswick has introduced a mandatory snowmobile trail permit system.This will ensure stable funding for trail upkeep and maintenance. The mandatory system, similar to that of other provinces, is based on a user pay mechanism. It is expected to provide economic benefits for the province and safety benefits for users.

	Type	Price
	Season Trail Permit	$180.00 plus 14% tax ('early bird' price of $130.00 plus 14% tax if purchased on or before Dec. 15th)
	One Day Trail Permit	$35.00 HST included
	Three Day Trail Permit	$75.00 HST included
	Seven Day Trail Permit	$115.00 HST included
	NEW!   Family Trail Permits – third and subsequent season permits	$65.00 + HST * see details below*
	NEW!   Antique Snowmobile Trail Permits – snowmobiles 20 years and older	$30.00 + HST * see details below*
	NEW!   Classic Snowmobile Trail Permit – Snowmobiles between 10 and 20 years old	$65.00 + HST * see details below*

Where to Buy Permits

N.B. Residents:
(A) Visit your local Service New Brunswick Location, or
(B) Use the online form. (regular season permits only)

Non-residents:
(A) Visit a local Service New Brunswick Location, or
(B) use the online form (regular season permits only), or
(C) Contact the NBFSC via E-Mail, or
(D) Print out and mail or fax an application form

Purchase a Daily permit at locations throughout New Brunswick.

Any inquiries regarding accommodations, trail maps or trip planning should be directed to the Province’s Tourism Call Centre at 1-800-561-0123 or by visiting their web site at www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca/en-ca/.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q What is a trail permit?
A The 9000 kms of Managed Snowmobile Trails of the province of New Brunswick are maintained and groomed by local NBFSC Member clubs. The trail permit is a decal, which is affixed to the left side of the hood of your snowmobile to allow you access to this trail system. The maintenance of these trails is performed primarily by volunteers and the sale of the trail permits are the clubs main source of revenue for this maintenance.

Q What are the trail permit prices? / Where can I purchase a trail permit?
A See Trail Permit Section.

Q What are the legal requirements to ride my snowmobile in New Brunswick?
A The law which governs snowmobiling in New Brunswick is the Off Road Vehicle Act. Some points in this Act you should be aware of:

- Section 3 (1) (b) a valid license plate must be displayed on the rear of the vehicle. - Section 7.1 (1)(a) you can not operate a snowmobile on a managed snowmobile trail unless you display a trail permit. - Section 7.1 (3) you can not operate any motor vehicle other than a snowmobile on the managed snowmobile trail from December 1 to April 15 inclusive. - Section 19.1 (1) no person under the age of fourteen can drive a snowmobile without adult supervision. - Section 19.2(1) no person under sixteen years of age shall drive a motorized snow vehicle unless the person has successfully completed a motorized snow vehicle safety training course approved by the Registrar. (1-800-363-1194 - training course) - Section 21 you must wear a helmet at all times while driving or riding on a snowmobile. - Section 24 (1) (e) a peace officer may request the operator to produce a valid motor vehicle liability insurance card. ($200,000.00 coverage) - Section 24 (1) (c) a peace officer may request the operator to produce a registration certificate.

Q What are the legal requirements to transport my snowmobile into New Brunswick from other provinces / states?
A The snowmobile must meet the regulations of your province / state, and you must keep proof of registration with the snowmobile. On the trail you may be asked to show proof of registration, proof of liability insurance, and proof of trail permit purchase if stopped by a law enforcement officer. For more information about border crossings, please contact the Canadian Border and Services Agency at www.cbsa.gc.ca or telephone, within Canada at 1-800-461-9999, -or- outside Canada at (506) 636-5064 .

Q How can I get accommodation and trip planning information?
A The Province of New Brunswick has a Tourism Call Centre available to help you with your questions and to send you free information kits. They can be reached by E-mail, or by phone at 1-800-561-0123.

Q Where can I access current information about which snowmobile trails in New Brunswick are open?
A You can find trail condition information on the NBFSC Bulletin Board. This boardis updated frequently by member clubs throughout the province. Please remember that the condition of the trails changes hour by hour and can not reasonably be reported on with absolute accuracy. Our main concern is to keep you informed of trail closures and areas of insufficient snow coverage or cautions.

Q How can I get information about where I can ride my All-Terrain Vehicle?
A The New Brunswick All Terrain Vehicle Federation has member clubs throughout the province working on the construction of All Terrain Vehicle trails. For more information, please visit their web site www.nbatving.com.

E-Mail: nbfsc@nb.aibn.com