Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 0400 - Environment and Conservation
Subtitle 0400-02 - Division of State Parks and Division of Natural Areas
Chapter 0400-02-08 - Management of Tennessee Natural Resource Areas
Section 0400-02-08-.24 - USE

(1) Use of natural areas shall be allowed only to such extent and in such manner as will not impair natural conditions. To the extent possible, the management plan shall define the use of each portion of the natural area and specify the controls and restrictions to be placed on access and use. The manager shall monitor conditions under which use will result in deterioration of the natural area and shall have the authority to further restrict access and use as necessary to protect the natural area. (See Rule 0400-02-08-.25.)

(2) Visitor activities that are not compatible with the preservation of the natural character of each natural area shall not be permitted.