Pedestrian Only Trails

While all Ridge to Rivers trails are open to hiking or running, there are a small number of trails designated specifically for pedestrians only. While this is one management tool, we try to find other solutions to management challenges prior to closing a trail to certain uses.

These can include:

• Promoting shared trails, since it's difficult for everyone to have their own trail.
• Using other forms of education.
• Creating opportunities that spread the use out rather than concentrating it in one area.
• Using physical obstacles such as rocks or fence pass-thrus to slow use.

Currently the following trails have the Pedestrian Only designation:

• Camelsback Trails #40
• Hulls Gulch Interpretive Trail #0
• The Grove Trail #38
• Red Winged Blackbird Trail #35A
• Freestone Creek Trail #22B
• Rim Trail #102

Reasons a trail may be considered for a Pedestrian Only designation:

• The main function of a trail is to provide an educational experience.
• There is a need to separate uses in a busy area to minimize conflicts.
• The steepness of a trail would increase erosion if other uses were allowed.
• The experience desired by the community means a more restrictive approach.