ATV pilot network hits milestone with new roads in O’Leary

With the addition of 12 kilometres of new pilot dirt roads in O’Leary, the Island’s ATV pilot road project has reached a total of 99 kilometres across the province. 

The expansion, led by the O’Leary Recreational Club, strengthens trail connections between O’Leary and Tignish while enhancing safe and legal riding. 

“Pilot roads make it easier and safer to connect ATV trails across the province. It’s good for riders, tourism, and rural communities. I’m glad to see ATV enthusiasts getting more opportunities to enjoy more trails.”

— Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Ernie Hudson

The Off Highway Vehicle Pilot Road Project is a collaboration between ATV clubs, the PEI ATV Federation, and the provincial government. Pilot roads are designated sections of provincial dirt roads with low traffic volume and no environmental concerns for ATV use. 

“Expanding ATV trails in our area means riders have more places to enjoy the outdoors, more variety, and smoother paths that make every outing worthwhile. This is possible because of our strong relationships with partners, whose collaboration has helped turn the vision of growing our trail system into reality.”

— O’Leary Recreational Club president Tyler Hardy

With the new roads in O’Leary, pilot roads and ATV club trails now span more than 650 kilometres across the Island.

As the trail system continues to grow, the province is taking steps to support safe and responsible ATV use. In November 2025, it passed a law that allows municipal governments to choose local roads that can be used by ATVs, helping communities expand their trail networks.   

The province also gives the ATV Federation and clubs 80 per cent of ATV registration fees each year, or at least $70,000. This helps build and repair trails, run safety programs, and support responsible riding.

Media contact 
Stacey Miller
Transportation and Infrastructure 
samiller@gov.pe.ca