A: We think so! They are very simple to operate, and we give you a full safety briefing. Minimum age to be a driver for our ATV tours is 16.

Q: Do I need a drivers’ license?

A: No. However, you do need to be 16 years or older to drive, and at least 8 years old to be a passenger on the Bear Paw or Rainbow Explorer tours.

Q: What kind of ATV’s does Cougar Mountain run?

A: Cougar Mountain has a fleet of Yamaha Kodiak 400s. They are a 2-wheel drive ATV with fully automatic transmissions. Based on our experience the Kodiak is the best ATV for guided tours. They are easy to operate, stable and comfortable for the first-time or experienced rider.

Q: How fast to the tours go?

A: All our tours are guided, therefore we run the tours at the comfort level of the slowest rider in each group. The higher ability level tours have riders who have experience riding, and therefore normally run at a quicker pace. The terrain at Cougar Mountain is spectacular and exciting, so technical riding rather than speed is the focus of the tours.

Q: How hard is it to learn how to drive an ATV?

A: ATV’s are automatic so there is no manual clutch to worry about. There is a throttle and a brake lever. The ATV’s are very stable. Our guides go through a comprehensive safety briefing before each tour, and start you on easier trails if you are a beginner. Please note ability levels for each tour.

Q: What if I damage an ATV?

A: We offer a no-deductible collision coverage for $9.35 plus tax, that protects you from accidental damages to our ATV’s. This does not cover you in the event that you were found to be driving recklessly or were not following the instructions of our guides.