St. Louis County Commissioner Paul McDonald speaks at a press conference in Duluth Tuesday on the economic impact of ATVs in northeast Minnesota. In 2023 alone, ATV riders contributed an estimated $36.1 million in economic activity to St. Louis, Lake, and Koochiching Counties.
A new study commissioned by the University of Minnesota Extension and the Northeastern ATV Joint Powers Board, has revealed the significant positive economic impact of ATV riders on northeastern Minnesota’s local economy.
The findings of the research demonstrate that ATV tourism is not only a growing trend but also a key driver of economic growth, bringing substantial benefits to the region’s businesses, infrastructure, and communities.
According to the study, ATV riders contribute millions of dollars annually to the economy of northeastern Minnesota – specifically, St. Louis, Lake, and Koochiching Counties.
