Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 12 - FISH, WILDLIFE, AND PARKS
Chapter 12.8 - PARKS DIVISION
Subchapter 12.8.8 - State Parks Public Use Regulations
Rule 12.8.815 - USE OF NONMOTORIZED VEHICLES
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 12.8.815
Current through Register Vol. 24, December 22, 2023
(1) Whenever used in this subchapter, nonmotorized vehicle shall mean any wheeled, operator-propelled equipment that transports the operator on land, including cycles, in-line skates and skateboards, or similar devices, but not wheelchairs or other medically prescribed devices utilized by individuals with disabilities.
(2) The following is prohibited:
(a) operation of nonmotorized
vehicles on trails in any state park, that are posted to exclude such activity.
The regional park manager may open or close trails to such use. This decision
shall include an evaluation of factors including, but not limited to, the
degree of conflict with other park users, public safety, and damage to park
resources and/or facilities related to nonmotorized vehicles;
(b) operation of nonmotorized vehicles off
trail or off road in any state park, except where authorized by the regional
park manager and posted to specifically or conditionally permit such activity;
and
(c) operation of nonmotorized
vehicles upon docks, piers, curbs, steps, or other structures not specifically
installed to accommodate such equipment.
(3) Individuals operating nonmotorized vehicles in state park areas shall:
(a) obey
regulatory signs, including those permanently or temporarily erected, that
govern the timing, location, speed, type and/or manner of operation, designed
to promote visitor health and safety;
(b) restrict speed and manner of operation to
reasonable and prudent practices relative to terrain, prevailing conditions,
equipment, personal capabilities, personal safety, and the safety of all other
park visitors;
(c) yield the right
of way to pedestrians and animals;
(d) slow down, make presence known well in
advance, and use courtesy and caution when approaching or overtaking other
people or animals;
(e) not disturb
or harass wildlife, people, or animals; and
(f) display adequate lighting during hours of
darkness.
NEW, 2016 MAY p. 825, Eff. 5/7/2016
AUTH: 23-1-106, 23-1-111, MCA; IMP: 23-1-106, 23-1-111, MCA
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