If you want to learn more about recreational ATV riding throughout the entire Appalachian region and the southeastern United States, VeraVise Outdoor Living is your go-to resource.
We offer ATV trail riding guides and tips for how to plan the perfect ATV riding vacation anywhere in the southeastern US.

This page serves as our hub for all of our recreational ATV riding and trail resources.
What Does ATV Stand For?
First, what exactly is an ATV?
The acronym ATV stands for “All Terrain Vehicles.” You will likely notice that ATV is often being used to refer to what many simply call a “four-wheeler” or a “quad.”
In addition to ATV, the acronym UTV and SxS are often used and refer to “Utility Terrain Vehicle” and a “Side by Side” vehicle.

What is ATV Riding?
Throughout the United States, recreational ATV riding has become an increasingly popular outdoor activity. This is especially true in the beautiful southeast Appalachian Mountains.
If you wonder, “What exactly is ATV riding?” and how to enjoy the outdoors on an all-terrain vehicle, these resources will get you started.
- What Is ATV Riding?– Is it a sport, really?
- How Much is ATV Riding? – What’s this going to cost to go trail riding?
- How Much are ATVs? – How much if I want to purchase my own ATV?
- Best ATV For Trail Riding– Which type of ATV is best suited for trail riding?
- How to Store an ATV Outside– What do I do with my ATV if I don’t have a garage?
- How to Perform an ATV Pre-Ride Inspection– It’s important to check your ATV before every ride.
- Tennessee Laws on ATV Riding
- How Much Does ATV Insurance Cost?
Recreational ATV Riding Guides
- ATV Riding in Tennessee
- ATV Riding in West Virginia
- ATV Riding in Virginia
- ATV Riding in North Carolina
- ATV Riding in Georgia
- ATV Riding in Florida
- ATV Riding in Maryland
- ATV Riding in South Carolina
- ATV Riding in Ohio
- ATV Riding in New York
- ATV Riding in Alabama
- ATV Riding in Pennsylvania
- ATV Riding in Kentucky
- ATV Riding in Mississippi
- ATV Riding Beaches In The Southeast
- ATV Riding Clubs In Southeastern USA
- Tackett Creek, Tennessee ATV Riding
Related Reading: Best Places to go ATV riding in the Southeast
Best ATV Accessories
- Must Have ATV Accessories
- What Type of Helmet for ATV Riding do you need?
- What Size ATV Helmet do I need?
- What are the Best ATV Helmets on the market?
- More Top Rated ATV Helmets: Buying Guide
- Can You Use A Snowmobile Helmet For ATV Riding?
- Best ATV Goggles
- Best Gloves for ATV Riding
- ATV Camping Accessories
- What kind of Youth ATV Riding Gear do You Need for your kids?
- Waterproof ATV Riding Gear
- Best Coolers For ATV Riding
- Plus Size ATV Riding Gear
- Best ATV Riding Glasses
- Best GoPro For ATV Riding
- Best ATV Riding Vests
- Best Boots For ATV Riding
- Winter ATV Riding Gear Must Haves
ATV Riding Clothes
- Best Women’s ATV Riding Pants
- Best Shoes for ATV Riding
- ATV Riding Jerseys
- Best Pants for ATV Riding
- Cute ATV Riding Outfits
- ATV Riding T-Shirts To Show Your Off-Roading Pride!
ATV Riding Food
Download a FREE ATV Pre-Ride checklist
Recreational ATV Riding
Now that you know all you need to know about the what’s and how’s of recreational ATV riding let’s talk about the Where!
Here are the top ATV riding trails in all 13 Appalachian states PLUS Florida.
ATV Riding Trails In Tennessee
Northeast Tennessee is the perfect place to get mud on your ATV tires. Check out these ATV trail guides for Tennessee trail riding.
- 8 Thrilling Tennessee ATV Trails– Summary of the top ATV trails in TN
- Ride Royal Blue ATV Resort
- Doe Mountain Recreation Area – Mountain City, TN
- Smoky Mountain ATV Trails
- ATV Riding Near Knoxville, TN
- ATV Riding In Memphis, TN
- Best ATV Trails Near Nashville, TN
- ATV Trails In Tennessee With Cabins
ATV Riding Trails In the Southeastern US
- ATV Trails in West Virginia
- ATV Trails in Pennsylvania
- ATV Trails in Kentucky
- ATV Trails in Alabama
- ATV Trails in Virginia
- ATV Trails in North Carolina
- ATV Parks in Florida
- ATV Trails in Ohio
- ATV Trails in Georgia
- ATV Trails in South Carolina
- ATV Trails in New York
- ATV Trails in Maryland
- ATV Riding Tours In The Southeast
- ATV Riding For Kids: Best ATV Trails & Parks
- Best ATV Trails with Camping
ATV Campgrounds
ATV Rental Guides
- Best Places to get an ATV Rental in Florida
- UTV Rentals Pigeon Forge
- UTV Rentals in Gatlinburg

Fun ATV Riding Clothes
While protective gear is essential on the trail, it’s ok to look cute and share your wilder riding side with the world. I’m a big fan of ball caps and love this adorable “ATV hair, Don’t Care” hat from Sew Vivid Design on Etsy. Be sure to Check out all this cute ATV apparel.
Related Recommended Resources
I want to personally invite you to join our growing ATV trails near me Facebook group where you can meet more ATV riding enthusiasts and find even more ATV trails to explore.