Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024
A. The provisions of
the Louisiana Highway Regulatory Act (R.S.
32:1 et seq.) and any rules and regulations
promulgated thereunder shall be enforced on all OSP sites.
B. Automobiles, trucks, motorcycles,
bicycles, recreation vehicles, or any other wheeled vehicles must be operated
only on those roads, lanes, or byways designated for vehicular traffic unless
otherwise authorized by the site manager.
C. Vehicles, including recreational vehicles,
motorcycles, and boat trailers, shall be parked only in designated parking
areas unless otherwise authorized by the site manager.
D. No person shall operate a vehicle in
excess of 15 miles per hour on any OSP sites unless otherwise posted.
E. No motor vehicle shall be operated on OSP
sites without being properly licensed by the appropriate regulatory agencies.
1. However, persons with mobility
disabilities may use single-passenger, wheeled devices powered by electric
motors wherever pedestrians are allowed. Multiple-passenger wheeled devices
powered by electric or gas motors (e.g., golf carts) are permitted to transport
persons with mobility disabilities within the campgrounds. The disabled visitor
must be a passenger in the vehicle.
2. Golf carts may be driven by licensed and
insured drivers on the roadways at OSP sites where such use is specifically
authorized by law or by the assistant secretary.
3. Low-speed electric bicycles (electric
motor of less than 750 watts, 1 hp) are treated like bicycles.
4. As new wheeled devices powered by electric
motors are developed, exceptions to this provision may be granted in advance on
a case-by-case basis.
F.
No person shall clean, service and/or repair any vehicle on OSP property except
in emergency situations and in designated areas.
G. Vehicles will be considered abandoned if
left unattended for more than seven consecutive days unless the proper permit
or advanced written approval is granted by the site manager.
H. No person shall move or remove any barrier
to gain access to a restricted area.
I. Off-highway vehicles (OHV) are prohibited
on OSP sites, including back country trails, except as set forth in this
Section.
1. OHVs are permitted on established
OHV trails at South Toledo Bend State Park, subject to compliance with the
following rules by OHV riders (i.e., both operators and passengers).
a. OHV riders must possess on person a valid
OHV permit issued by the OSP.
i. Single use
OHV permits may be obtained from the South Toledo Bend entrance
station.
ii. Annual OHV permits may
be obtained from the South Toledo Bend entrance station or the OSP
administrative office in Baton Rouge.
b. OHV riders shall wear a U.S. Department of
Transportation and/or Snell-approved helmet.
c. OHV riders should wear appropriate
personal protective clothing such as eye protection, gloves, boots, long-sleeve
shirt, and long pants.
d. OHV
riders shall stay on established OHV trails. Cross-country riding is
prohibited.
e. OHV riders shall
ensure the OHV has a properly functioning spark arrestor and a muffler that
does not exceed 90dB.
f. OHV riders
shall not possess, consume, or be under the influence of alcoholic
beverages.
g. OHV riders shall only
use OHV trails while the OHV trails are open.
i. OHV trails are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
from October 1 through March 31.
ii. OHV trails are open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
from April 1 through September 30.
iii. OHV trails may be closed by the OSP for
management reasons.
h.
OHV riders must be 7 years of age or older.
i. OHV riders between the ages of 7-17 must
be under the continuous and direct supervision of an adult age 18 or
older.
2. OHVs use is
permitted on other OSP sites only by OSP staff, contractors, and agents or with
prior written consent of the assistant secretary or his designee.
AUTHORITY NOTE:
Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 56:1681-1690 and
R.S.
36:204.
