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Snowmobilers next to a highway. Photo credit: Minneosta Star Tribune
The information on this webpage will help snowmobile operators better understand the rules specific to Wisconsin state highways. These are divided into three specific areas: on a highway, adjacent to a highway, and crossing a highway. Information in addition to snowmobile operation is also presented on this page.
Snowmobile Registration and Regulation
Snowmobile registration and regulation are handled by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Go to the DNR's website for more information.
Contact WisDOT
For specific questions regarding your snowmobile situation, click on transportation region office to see a state map with region boundaries and office contacts, telephone numbers and email addresses.
For general questions regarding WisDOT snowmobile policy or this website, contact:
Bob Fasick
Wisconsin DOT
Bureau of Highway Maintenance
4822 Madison Yards Way, 5th Floor South
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 266-3438
robert.fasick@dot.wi.gov