PRIEST LAKE ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Kodiaks, Country Roads: An Eight-Hour Charge Across Priest Lake’s Backcountry
A full-day, eight-hour ATV rental on Yamaha Kodiak 450 and 700 machines built for tough terrain — this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Kodiaks, Country Roads: An Eight-Hour Charge Across Priest Lake’s Backcountry.
At Priest Lake, an eight-hour ATV rental puts you behind the wheel of Yamaha Kodiak 450 and 700 machines designed to take the rough stuff in stride. Rugged automatic transmissions, selectable 4WD, substantial ground clearance and adjustable suspension mean these ATVs are set up for a long day exploring the lake’s surrounding backcountry.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Yamaha Kodiaks 450 & 700
The rentals are Yamaha Kodiak 450 and 700 models with Yamaha’s Ultramatic automatic transmission and on‑command selectable 4WD; standard full-length skid plates, nearly 10 inches of ground clearance and double-wishbone suspension with adjustable shocks make them ready for tough trails.
Built for Tough Trails
These ATVs are specified for traction and clearance to tackle challenging ground, letting riders move through the lake’s outdoor terrain with confidence and a smoother ride.
A Full, Eight-Hour Rental
The rental covers a full eight-hour period, giving time for an extended loop or multiple trail runs and a sustained day of riding through the surrounding outdoors.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
An eight-hour rental on a Kodiak is a full day of throttle and terrain: you spend the day on a purpose-built ATV, riding through the region’s outdoor environs while leaning on the vehicle’s traction, ground clearance and adjustable suspension to smooth out rough stretches. The setup aims to keep the ride controlled and capable across a long loop or series of runs.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring weather-appropriate clothing for an extended day outdoors.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a full-day rental?
Rentals are eight-hour bookings.
Which ATVs will I ride?
The rentals use Yamaha Kodiak 450 and Yamaha Kodiak 700 models.
What are the key features of the Kodiak ATVs?
The Kodiak models include Yamaha’s Ultramatic automatic transmission, on-command selectable 4WD, full-length skid plates, nearly 10 inches of ground clearance, and double-wishbone suspension with adjustable shocks.
What should I bring for the ride?
Bring weather-appropriate clothing.
What is the riding experience like?
Expect an extended day riding through the outdoors on rugged ATVs designed to handle tough terrain and provide a smoother, controlled ride.