Welcome
to the Pike, San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron, Comanche
National Grasslands!
As a visitor to the National Forests, you are asked to follow certain
rules designed to; protect the Forests and the natural environment;
ensure the health and safety of visitors; and promote a pleasant
and rewarding outdoor recreation experience for all visitors.
Regional
Foresters and Forest Supervisors may issue orders that will close
or restrict the use of certain areas if the need arises. Such
orders will be posted so visitors to the National Forest can become
familiar with them. Copies of the orders pertaining to the
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National
Grasslands (PSICC) are available at each office and on the PSICC
Special Orders Web page. (Click
here to view current orders)
Please
remember to be careful! You are primarily responsible for
your own safety. Look out for natural hazards and dangers
when you are in the forest. If you hike off trails or swim
or dive in streams or lakes, you do so at YOUR OWN RISK.
All
visitors and users of the National forests are subject to Federal
Regulations. The points of conduct listed here are generally
included in and enforceable through Federal Regulations. All
of the regulations are published in Title 36 of the Code of Federal
Regulations and are on file at all Forest Supervisor and District
Ranger offices. Violation of orders and regulations is subject
to punishment by a fine or imprisonment.
Authority:
16 USC 551, 7 USC 1011(f).
State
traffic and game laws apply to National Forests unless otherwise
specified.
Audio
Devices
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Operate any audio device, such as
a radio or musical instrument, so that it does not disturb other
visitors.
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A permit is required for operating
a public address system in or near a campsite, developed recreation
site, or over a body of water.
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Business
Activities
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Campfires
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Obey
restrictions on fires. Fires may be limited or prohibited
at certain times.
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Within
campgrounds and other recreation sites, build fires only in
fire rings, stoves, grills, or fireplaces provided for that
purpose.
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In
undeveloped sites, a fire ring of rocks must enclose campfires.
DO NOT leave a campfire unattended.
- Be
sure your fire is completely extinguished before leaving.
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KEEPING FIRES UNDER CONTROL.
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Camping
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Camping
is allowed throughout the District in both the developed and
undeveloped sites.
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There
is a 14-day stay limit anywhere in the Forest; vehicles MUST
be parked in established sites.
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You
may camp outside of developed campgrounds if you do not cause
any resource damage, and keep your vehicle within two hundred
feet of main roads.
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Use
picnic sites, swimming beaches, and other day use areas only
between the hours of 6 am and 10 pm.
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Campgrounds
and other recreation sites can be used only for recreation purposes.
Permanent use of use as a principal residence without authorization
is not allowed.
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In
campgrounds, camp only in those places specifically marked or
provided.
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At
least one person must occupy a camping area during the first
night after camping equipment has been set up, unless permission
has otherwise been granted by the Forest Ranger.
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Do
not leave camping equipment unattended for more than 24 hours
without permission from the Forest Ranger. The Federal
Government is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal
property.
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Remove
all personal property and trash when leaving.
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Fee
Areas
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You
must pay a fee to use certain developed sites and facilities.
Such areas are clearly signed or posted as requiring a fee.
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Where
fees are required, you must pay them before using the site,
facility, equipment, or service furnished.
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Fireworks
and Firearms
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Do
not set off fireworks or other explosives within campgrounds
or other recreation sites.
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Firing
a gun is not allowed: a) within 150 yards of a residence, building,
campsite, developed recreation site, or occupied area; b) across
or on a road or body of water; c) in any circumstance whereby
any person may be injured or property damaged.
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Hunting
is allowed in the Forest and State regulations apply on National
Forest land.
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General
The
following is NOT allowed without a permit:
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Transplanting
trees, shrubs or plants from the National Forest.
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Cutting
or removing fuel wood
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Cutting
and removing boughs.
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Cutting
and removing Christmas trees.
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Removing
rocks, soil, vegetative matter or any natural matter.
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Removing
any Forest product or natural feature.
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Occupying
National Forest Land leased for residential purpose.
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Posting,
placing or erecting any notice, advertising material or sign.
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Operation
of Vehicles
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Obey
all traffic signs. State traffic laws apply to the National
Forests unless otherwise specified.
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When
operating vehicles of any kind, do not damage the land or vegetation
or disturb wildlife. Avoid driving on unpaved roads or
trails when they are wet or muddy.
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Within
campgrounds and other recreation sites, use cars, motorbikes,
motorcycles, or other motor vehicles only for entering or leaving,
unless areas or trails are specifically marked for them.
Park only in marked parking areas.
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Do
not block, restrict, or interfere with the use of roads or trails.
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Obey
area and trail restrictions on use of trail bikes and other
off-road vehicles.
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NO
vehicle parking is allowed behind barriers.
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Pets
and Animals
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Pets
must always be restrained or on a leash while in developed recreation
sites.
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Pets
(except guide dogs) are not allowed in swimming areas.
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Saddle
or pack animals are allowed in recreation sites only where authorized
by posted instruction.
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Property
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Do
not carve, chop, cut or damage live trees.
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Preserve
and protect your National Forests. Leave natural areas
the way you find them.
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Enter
buildings, structures, or enclosed areas in National Forests
only when they are expressly opened to the public.
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Indian
sites, old cabins, and other structures, along with objects
and artifacts associated with them, have historic or archeological
value. Do not damage or remove any such historic or archeological
resource.
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Private
property is found within the boundaries of the Pike National
Forest. DO NOT damage nor destroy public or private property.
Respect the property and rights of others.
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Public
Behavior
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Quiet
hours are from 11pm to 6am.
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No
fighting or boisterous behavior.
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Keep
noise at a reasonable level. Please be considerate of
fellow visitors.
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Sanitation
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Throw
all garbage and litter in containers provided for this purpose,
or take it with you.
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Garbage
containers, when provided, are reserved for the use of visitors
to the National Forest, not visitors to or owners of private
lands or lands under permit.
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Wash
food and personal items away from drinking water supplies.
Use water faucets only for drawing water.
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Prevent
pollution--keep garbage, litter, and foreign substances out
of lakes, streams and other water.
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Use
toilets properly. Do not throw garbage, litter, fish cleanings,
or other foreign substances in toilets and plumbing fixtures.
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Wilderness
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Motor
vehicles and motorized equipment are not allowed in wilderness
areas.
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Preserve
the wilderness--"Leave only footprints, take only pictures."
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