TRAVEL & RECREATE WITH MINIMUM IMPACT
Stay on designated routes. Travel on designated routes only.
Travel only in areas that are open to your type of recreation.
Don’t create new routes or expand existing trails.
Avoid sensitive habitats like wetlands, meadows, and tundra.
Cross streams only at fords where the road or trail intersects the stream.
RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS
Respect and be considerate of other users so that all can enjoy a quality experience in the outdoors.
When driving, yield to horses, hikers and bikers. In a personal watercraft, be cautious around canoes, kayaks, and other boats.
Respect wildlife. Be sensitive to their life sustaining needs by keeping your distance.
Comply with signage.
Always obtain permission to cross private land.
EDUCATE YOURSELF, PLAN AND PREPARE BEFORE YOU GO
Know local laws and regulations.
Have the right information, maps and equipment to make your trip safe, and know how to use them.
If driving, be sure your vehicle is compatible with road and trail conditions.
Know which areas and routes are open for your type of recreation.
ALLOW FOR FUTURE USE OF THE OUTDOORS, LEAVE IT BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT
Take out what you bring in.
Properly dispose of waste.
Leave what you find.
Minimize use of fire.
Restore degraded areas.
Avoid the spread of noxious weeds by washing your gear after every trip.
DISCOVER THE REWARDS OF RESPONSIBLE RECREATION
Do all you can to help preserve the beauty and inspiring attributes of our lands and waters for yourself and future generations.