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Trail Etiquette

Respect other users, expect other users.

Be friendly and courteous.

Share the trail. Ride, walk or run on the right, pass on the left.

Stay on the trail. Creating your own trail or cutting switchbacks creates erosion, damages habitat and causes new trails which can't be maintained.

Bicyclists yield to equestrians, runners and hikers. Keep your bike under control and at a safe speed.

Runners and hikers yield to equestrians.

Downhill traffic should yield to uphill traffic. When in doubt, give the other user the right of way.

Use unpaved trails only when they are dry, not muddy or wet, to avoid leaving ruts or prints.

Warn people when you are planning to pass. Use your voice to warn equestrians, not bells or horns. Bells or horns may frighten horses.

Anticipate other trail users around corners and blind spots.

Ride within your ability at all times.

Respect wildlife.

Use caution when using headphones. You may not be able to hear people trying to warn you.

When a horse approaches, move off the trail and ask the rider for instructions.

Leave no trace. Pack out your litter.

Dogs should be kept on leashes and under control.

Respect private property.

 

 

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