VISITOR’S   TIPS

 

Weather can change dramatically during a summer day in the mountains.

Be prepared; carry extra gear.  If hiking/biking, make sure someone knows where you are and stay within your limitations.

Drink plenty of water and use sunscreen

Staying hydrated is imperative.  Along with the dry climate, the altitude in Chaffee County ranges from 7,000 to more than 14, 000 feet.  At these elevations, the sun is intense as the ultraviolet rays are strong due to thinner air, so make sure to apply sunscreen, especially on the little ones.

Drive on and off-road vehicles responsibly

Stay on designated roads.  Obey posted signs and follow the rules for specific areas.  Closed areas are closed for a reason, so please respect all closures.

Leave it like you found it

Please remove all evidence/trash of your stays on public lands and in wilderness areas so others can find them as beautiful as you did.  Keep these mountains and rivers pristine.

Respect others

Whether you are on a bike, horseback, motorized vehicle, skis, snowshoes, or on foot, remember to share the outdoors with others by driving safely, minimizing noise and keeping pets under control.

Private property is private

Legal access may be required in certain areas, so make sure you know where you want to go and that you have proper access.

Leave wildlife alone

They are wild, so please don’t feed them or let pets chase them; enjoy from a distance.

For  more information

on the area’s public lands, check with the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, Colorado State Forest Service and the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area.