Hiking Rules For LHHV Forest Trail

Some of the most invigorating and peaceful times of your life can be spent hiking the trails on LHHV Forest Trails. From the rugged overlook Trail in the Southeast section, to the wooded ravines in the Northwest section and waterfalls along trails , to the swampy and fascinating   Conservation Area in back of reservoir, we offer you a boundless variety of hiking experiences. All the wonders all within a 3 mile trail that surrounds the reservoir.

1. NO OPEN FIRES!
2. This is a primitive trail not suitable for handicapped persons.
3. Do not disturb nest or dens.
4. If you bring it in please take it home.
5. Disposal of human bodily waste shall be accomplished only at sanitary facilities.

1. Motorized vehicles are not permitted.
2. Pack animals, including horses, mules, burros, goats, and llamas are allowed.
3. All edible berries, fruits, and nuts found along the LHHV Trail may be gathered by hand for personal consumption.
4. All incidents resulting in damage to property in must be reported by persons involved to the CSA as soon as possible.

1. We encourage the buddy system; avoid hiking alone. Hike in a Group consisting of at least two fellow hikers. In case of an accident, one person will then be able to stay with the injured while the other goes for help.

1. Littering or defacing of any public property is not allowed. Creating graffiti on rocks or other natural or manmade objects is not allowed.
2. Trespassing on private property along the Trail is not allowed. Camping or building fires on private property is not allowed.
3. Removing, damaging, or disturbing of vegetation, rocks, or other natural objects or artifacts is not allowed.
4. If you cause a fire, you are legally responsible for all costs of fire suppression and property damage, including any timber value.

1. If you plan to take your dog along for your hikes then make sure to keep your dog on a leash at all times, unless training dog under state game laws.
2. Stay on the trails and do not go wandering off. By using the trails, you ensure that you will not further disturb nature and it will minimize the chances of getting lost.
3. Do not disturb the environment by shouting or playing loud music. People go back to nature for the peace it can offer.
4. If you notice any damage to the trail or trail signs, make sure to note down the exact location and notify LHHV office. Damaged or destroyed trails or trail signs can cause serious difficulties for other hikers.
5. Make sure you know the local regulations regarding fishing/hunting before you do so. You need a state license to fish or hunt.
6. Make sure to be well-equipped for your intended hike and Terrain/Weather conditions. Take enough food and drinks for your intended hike. You may also bring more if you want. Stay on designated hiking trails.
7. Use insect repellent to help ward off mosquitos and other insects.

1. Be sure to protect yourself from wood ticks, carriers of Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and deer ticks, carriers of Lyme disease. Deer ticks thrive in woods and fields with tall, dense grass. Apply insect repellent, suited for warding off deer ticks, as directed. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, button your collar and stuff your trouser cuffs into the tops of your socks. Wear light-colored clothing to better see if any ticks have attached to your clothes. Examine your clothing and skin frequently for ticks and also check your pets. Ticks prefer warm, moist areas, so pay particular attention to inspecting your groin, armpits and scalp. Carefully remove any attached tick immediately with tweezers. You may also want to preserve it in a small bottle of alcohol should symptoms appear later. Symptoms can be flu-like and some victims suffer a red, bull’s-eye-like rash with a clear center around the site of a tick bite. Not all deer ticks carry Lyme disease, but if you suspect you’ve been bitten, contact your doctor. Lyme disease can be treated with antibiotics, and patients can recover fully if treated early.