Code of Federal Regulations

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS

TITLE 36, CHAPTER I

COMPENDIUM OF DESIGNATIONS, CLOSURES, REQUEST REQUIREMENTS AND OTHER RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED UNDER THE DISCRETIONARY AUTHORITY OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided under the Discretionary Authority of the Park Superintendent in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1, Parts 1 through 7, the following regulatory provisions are established for the proper management, protection, government, and public use of the Natchez Trace Parkway under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service.

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in Parts 1-7 of Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations.

Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, are required by Section 1.5(c) and appear in this document in italicized print.

RECOMMENDED:

______Chief Ranger, Sarah Davis Date

APPROVED:

______Superintendent, Mary Risser Date

Section 1.4 Definitions...... 3

Section 1.5 Closures and Public Use Limits ...... 3

Section 1.6 Permits ...... 7

Section 2.1 Preservation of Natural, Cultural, and Archaeological Resources ...... 8

Section 2.2 Wildlife Protection ...... 9

Section 2.3 Fishing...... 9

Section 2.10 Camping and Food Storage ...... 9

Section 2.16 Horses and Pack Animals ...... 10

Section 2.20 Skating, Skateboards and Similar Devices ...... 10

Section 2.21 Smoking ...... 10

Section 2.22 Property ...... 10

Section 3.21 Swimming and Bathing...... 11

Section 4.21 Speed Limits ...... 11

Appendix I ...... 12

Appendix II ...... 16

Appendix III………………………………………………………………………………21

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 2 - 1 CLOSURES AND PUBLIC USE LIMITS 51 All-Terrain Vehicle: The term All-Terrain 2 NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY 52 Vehicle (ATV) means any motorized vessels 3 53 or conveyance manufactured for recreational, 4 Under the provisions of Title 36, Code of 54 non-highway, off-road or all terrain use. 5 Federal Regulations, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, the 55 ATV’s would include, but are not limited to: 6 following compendium of closures and public 56 four-wheelers, three-wheelers, UTV’s, mini- 7 use limits are established for the Parkway. 57 bikes, dirt bikes, go-carts, scooters, etc. 8 Unless otherwise noted, these closures and 58 9 use limits are in addition to the provisions 59 Commercial Filming: The term “commercial 10 contained in Parts 1-7 of Title 36, Code of 60 filming” means digital or film recording of a 11 Federal Regulations. The specific authority 61 visual image or sound recording by a person, 12 for these regulatory procedures is found in 62 business, or other entity for a market 13 Sections 1.5, 1.6, and 1.7 of Title 36. 63 audience, such as for a documentary, 14 64 television or feature film, advertisement, or 15 In addition to these regulations, the following 65 similar project. Under P.L. 106-206 all 16 are provided: 66 commercial filming requires a permit and is 17 67 subject to a location fee and cost recovery. 18 Written determinations that explain the 68 19 reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of 69 SECTION 1.5 CLOSURES AND PUBLIC 20 discretionary authority as required by Section 70 USE LIMITS 21 1.5(c). They appear in this document as 71 22 italicized print. 72 (a)(1) The Tupelo Homestead areas (former 23 73 residential areas near Parkway Headquarters) 24 Section 1.6(f) states that a list of those 74 are closed to all public use except by permit. 25 activities that require a permit must be 75 26 maintained. That list appears in this 76 For security purposes including loss 27 document under 1.6. 77 prevention, employee safety, and visitor safety 28 78 only authorized vehicles are permitted where 29 As required by 1.7(b), designations, closures, 79 signed. 30 permit requirements, and other restrictions 80 31 imposed under discretionary authority shall be 81 (a)(1) Government owned facilities are for 32 updated annually and made available to the 82 official use and where designated, parking is 33 public upon request. 83 for authorized vehicles only. Unauthorized 34 84 vehicles will be towed at the owner’s 35 SECTION 1.4 DEFINITIONS 85 expense. 36 86 37 Unmanned Aircraft: The term “unmanned 87 For security purposes including loss 38 aircraft” means a device that is used or 88 prevention, employee safety, and visitor safety 39 intended to be used for flight without the 89 only authorized vehicles are permitted where 40 possibility of direct human intervention from 90 signed. 41 within or on the device. It also includes the 91 42 associated operational elements and 92 (a)(1)Vehicle parking along the Ross Barnett 43 components that are required for the pilot or 93 Reservoir shoreline (MP 105-114) is 44 system operator in command to operate or 94 permitted from a distance 20 feet from the 45 control the device (such as cameras, sensors, 95 road edge to the water line. The shoreline 46 communication links). This term includes all 96 may be closed to off road vehicle travel as 47 devices that meet this definition (e.g. model 97 conditions dictate. 48 airplanes, quadcopters, drones) that are used 98 49 for any purpose, including for recreation or 99 Reservoir Shoreline Closures are to control 50 commerce. 100 erosion, prevent rutting and damage to turf Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html -3- 1 during the rainy season and allow for natural 51 (a)(1) Areas of new construction and/or 2 recovery following heavy use periods. 52 reconstruction and repair will be closed to the 3 Vehicles must park at least 20 feet off the 53 public, as posted. 4 roadway to prevent rutting. 54 5 55 Areas of new construction and rehabilitation, 6 (a)(1) The following facilities are closed to 56 under certain conditions, are closed to protect 7 picnicking: 57 the visitor from a chance of injury where 8 All Natchez Trace Parkway maintenance 58 heavy equipment is in use and conditions are 9 areas 59 not safe. The closures safeguard the 10 Meriwether Lewis Visitor Contact Station 60 equipment and supplies of the contractor. 11 Colbert Ferry Contact Station 61 12 Parkway Visitor Center 62 (a)(1) All firearm ranges are closed to public; 13 Chickasaw Village Site 63 ranges are for law enforcement use only. 14 Parkway Information Cabin (Ridgeland) 64 15 Mt. Locust Historic House and grounds 65 The Natchez Trace Parkway does not allow 16 Rocky Springs Contact Station 66 firearm use. For the safety of visitors and 17 67 employees, ranges are closed to the public. 18 Picnicking is prohibited in the listed areas to 68 19 prevent unsanitary conditions and 69 (a)(1) The interior of the Gordon House is 20 interference with normal visitor and employee 70 closed to the Public. 21 activities. Natchez Trace Parkway employees 71 22 may have picnics in maintenance areas for 72 This closure is to protect the structure from 23 special occasions, i.e., Holiday parties, 73 vandalism. 24 retirement parties, Thanksgiving, etc. 74 25 75 (a)(1) Visiting hours for the following areas 26 (a)(1) Georgetown Cave will be closed to the 76 will be sunrise to sunset, overnight parking is 27 public. 77 prohibited: 28 78 Ballard Creek Picnic Area 29 In agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife 79 Battle of Raymond 30 Service, Georgetown Cave is closed because 80 Birdsong Hollow Parking 31 of its designation as critical habitat of an 81 Boyd Mounds 32 endangered species of gray bat: Myotis 82 Brashear’s Stand 33 grisecens). 83 Brices Cross Roads Battlefield 34 84 Bynum Mounds 35 (a)(1) The Bailey Farm is closed except by 85 Chickasaw Village Site 36 special use permit. 86 Upper Choctaw Boundary 37 87 Confederate Gravesites and Old Trace 38 The acquisition of the Bailey Farm and its 88 Cowles Meade Cemetery 39 future use is under study, planning, and 89 Dean’s Stand Site 40 design. Current use is limited to the 90 Emerald Mound 41 agricultural lease program. 91 Elizabeth Female Academy Site 42 92 I-20 Parking Area (MP 86.6) 43 (a)(1) The Meriwether Lewis Ranger Station 93 Highway 43/Yockanookany Scenic Trail 44 (former residential) is closed to the public 94 Parking Area 45 from sunset to sunrise. 95 TN -96 Double Arch Bridge and all 46 96 parking lots 47 For security purposes including loss 97 Hurricane Creek 48 prevention, employee safety, and visitor safety 98 Leipers Fork Maintenance Area Lot 49 only authorized vehicles are permitted where 99 Line Creek 50 signed. 100 Old Town Overlook

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 4 - 1 Parkway Information Center (Ridgeland) 50 The BSOC is available for use only by special 2 Parking Lot 51 use permit. Special authorized use of this area 3 National Scenic Trail parking lot off Beech 52 will provide health and safety benefits to 4 Springs Road 53 visitors who need to use the facility for youth 5 Regantown Road Horse Trail Parking 54 education purposes, allow for the 6 (MP 59) 55 management and protection of government 7 Rocky Springs Town Site 56 property, and promote an environment for 8 West Florida Boundary 57 achieving the NPS mission. The BSOC is 9 Witch Dance Picnic Area 58 designated as a National Park Service (NPS) 10 59 National Environmental Study Area. 11 The following areas are open from sunrise to 60 12 10:00PM to allow for star gazing. 61 (a)(1) All man-made structures, including but 13 Big Tree Overlook (MP 439) 62 not limited to buildings and bridges, are 14 Little Mountain Exhibit Shelter 63 closed to the public for the purpose of 15 Reservoir Overlook 64 climbing, rappelling, or any other similar 16 65 activity. 17 Incidents of illegal activity have been 66 18 recorded at many of these locations. These 67 Climbing and other similar activities are 19 areas are closed at night to provide for 68 prohibited to prevent damage to structures 20 security of archeological, historical and 69 and equipment on these structures, and to 21 cultural resources, and visitor safety. 70 protect visitors from injury. 22 71 23 (a)(1) Wooded areas adjacent to the following 72 (a)(1) No motor vehicle shall be parked on the 24 sites and designated parking areas will be 73 Natchez Trace Parkway for the purpose of 25 closed to pedestrian use except on officially 74 providing the occupants access for hunting on 26 designated trails: 75 adjacent land. 27 Brashears Stand 76 28 Bear Creek Mound 77 No motor vehicle used for the purpose of 29 Boyd Site 78 hunting shall be parked on the Natchez Trace 30 Bynum Mounds 79 Parkway lands. This is in the interest of 31 Chickasaw Village Site 80 safety, protection of environmental values, 32 I-20 Turnout (MP 86.6) 81 protection of natural resources, and 33 Emerald Mound 82 avoidance of conflict among visitor use 34 Elizabeth Female Academy Site 83 activities. 35 Beech Springs Outdoor Classroom 84 36 Confederate Gravesites and Old Trace 85 (a)(1) No motor vehicle shall be parked on, 37 Old Town Overlook 86 nor boat launched from, lands administered 38 Magnum Mound 87 by the Natchez Trace Parkway for the purpose 39 Pharr Mounds 88 of commercial fishing and diving. 40 89 41 Off-trail travel is prohibited for public health 90 Parking and boat launching for the purpose 42 and safety reasons and to protect natural and 91 of commercial fishing and freshwater mussel 43 cultural resources: See appendix II for 92 diving are prohibited since these vehicles 44 closure areas. 93 must use Park roads and facilities in the 45 94 furtherance of a commercial operation. 46 (a)(1) The Beech Springs Outdoor Classroom 95 47 (BSOC) area is closed to the public except by 96 (a)(1) Recreational sporting activities are 48 special use permit. 97 prohibited on the following archeological 49 98 sites unless authorized by the Superintendent: 99 Emerald Mound, Mangum Mound, Boyd

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 5 - 1 Mound, Bynum Mounds, Chickasaw Village, 51 appliances, carpet, landscaping materials 2 Pharr Mounds, and Bear Creek Mound. 52 and/or equipment, and construction materials. 3 These sites are closed from Sunset to Sunrise. 53 4 54 Parkways are not state, county or 5 All Natchez Trace Parkway American Indian 55 metropolitan roadways serving local travel 6 sites are significant cultural resources. 56 needs but rather protected interstate 7 Recreational activities on the mounds are 57 roadways traversing hundreds of miles of 8 offensive to American Indians and may 58 scenic and historical rural landscape. The 9 damage or degrade archaeological resources. 59 Natchez Trace Parkway is a pleasure road 10 60 and scenic byway through its entire length, 11 (a)(1) The use of all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s), 61 and it is kept free of commercialization. 12 or similar devices are prohibited on all lands 62 Special regulations for the Natchez Trace 13 administered by the Natchez Trace Parkway, 63 Parkway are codified in 36 CFR 7.43. These 14 unless the device is being used for 64 regulations permit recreational use and 15 administrative, agricultural, or maintenance 65 hauling. Additionally, 36 CFR 5.6 restricts 16 purposes as approved by the Superintendent. 66 commercial vehicle use. Appendix I to the 17 (Note: Some adjacent landowners and their 67 compendium provides a decision tree 18 heirs and assignees may have special access 68 regarding hauling and vehicular use of the 19 rights by law, easements, or deed 69 Natchez Trace Parkway. 20 reservations.) 70 21 71 (a)(1) Launching, landing, or operating an 22 Off road vehicle use is prohibited on the 72 unmanned aircraft from or on lands and 23 Natchez Trace Parkway road. ATV’s, and 73 waters administered by the National Park 24 similar devices, are manufactured for 74 Service within the boundaries of the Natchez 25 recreational, non-highway, off road, or all 75 Trace Parkway is prohibited except as 26 terrain travel and are not an appropriate use 76 approved in writing by the Superintendent. 27 for a motor roadway. Off road use is also 77 28 prohibited for the protection of natural and 78 The compendium closures, required to 29 cultural resources; to prevent harassment of 79 implement this interim policy, are necessary 30 wildlife, habitat destruction, and to eliminate 80 to maintain public health and safety in units 31 conflicts with visitors using allowed 81 of the National Park System and to protect 32 conveyances. 82 park resources and values until the NPS can 33 83 determine whether specific uses of unmanned 34 (a)(1) Recreational and non-recreational 84 aircraft on land and waters administrated by 35 hauling regulations: Hauling associated with 85 the NPS are appropriate and will not cause 36 recreational activities is intended to include 86 unacceptable degradation of park resources 37 activities such as camping, boating, horseback 87 and values. This closure, by the 38 riding, and ATV use. Hauling of multiple 88 Superintendent, implements Section 1.5 of 39 pieces of recreational equipment on a single 89 NPS Management Policies 2006, which 40 trailer is permitted provided the total vehicle 90 provides that a new form of park use may be 41 and trailer length does not exceed 55 feet. 91 allowed within a park only after a 42 Examples of recreational activities and their 92 determination has been made in the 43 associated equipment that are authorized for 93 professional judgment of the Superintendent 44 hauling are antique vehicles 94 that it will not result in unacceptable impacts 45 (cars/trucks/tractors/carriages) and hot-air 95 on park resources and values. When 46 ballooning. Non-recreational hauling 96 proposed park uses and the protection of park 47 encompasses those activities that are not 97 resources and values come into conflict, the 48 specifically recreational in nature. More 98 protection of resources and values must be 49 commonly prohibited items hauled on the 99 predominant. 50 Parkway are household items, furniture, 100

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 6 - 1 (a)(1) Specific areas within the Natchez 51 (a)(2) People entering Parkway visitor centers 2 Trace Parkway may be closed to visitors or 52 and contact stations are required to be 3 both visitors and employees by posting 53 appropriately attired including wearing shirt 4 appropriate signs when, in the opinion of the 54 and shoes. 5 Superintendent, there are conditions that 6 warrant such a closure. These conditions may 55 To maintain a positive and comfortable 7 include, but are not limited to, extreme fire 56 environment for all visitors, a reasonable 8 danger, fires, hazardous conditions, aviation 57 clothing standard must be established. 9 operational needs, or construction. This 58 Visitors are encouraged to wear clothing that 10 determination is made for both visitor and 59 is modest in nature in order to maintain a 11 employee safety. 60 respectful visiting environment. The lack of 12 61 shirt and shoes detracts from the overall 13 The closure is to provide for visitor and 62 environment of the visitor center and poses 14 employee safety and preclude interference 63 health risks. 15 with emergency and administrative 16 operations by visitors. 64 SECTION 1.6 PERMITS 17 65 18 (a)(1) Temporary closures may occur in areas 66 (a) In accordance with 36 C.F.R. 1.7, the 19 where paleontological or archeological 67 following activities require special permits: 20 excavations are being conducted or where 68 Research Specimens (Reference 2.5) 21 public access may endanger sensitive 69 Scientific Research (Reference 2.5) 22 paleontological or archeological resources. 70 Overnight Camping outside of campgrounds 23 71 (Reference 2.10(a)) 24 This closure precludes interference with 72 Audio Disturbances in excess of limits 25 paleontological and archeological 73 (Reference 2.12) 26 excavations by visitors. 74 Aircraft and air delivery (Reference 2.17) 27 75 Explosives (Reference 2.38) 28 (a)(1) Closure of visitor use areas 76 Special Events (Reference 2.50) 29 (Campgrounds, trails, overlooks, interpretive 77 Public assemblies, meetings (Reference 2.51) 30 stops along the Parkway, etc.) may occur 78 Sale or distribution of printed matter 31 when necessary by posting appropriate signs 79 (Reference 2.52) 32 to mitigate resource impacts associated with 80 Livestock use and agriculture (Reference 33 overuse, misuse, environmental, or health and 81 2.60(b)) 34 safety issues. 82 Scattering of Human Ashes (Reference 35 83 2.60(b)) 36 These closures may be required for resource 84 Advertisements (Reference 5.1) 37 and visitor protection. Examples of this type 85 Business operations (Reference 5.3) 38 of closure include closing any trails for 86 Commercial photography and filming* 39 revegetation, closing buildings due to safety 87 (Reference 5.5) 40 issues, closing of any trail or campsites due to 88 First Amendment Activities (Reference 2.51) 41 flooding or hazard trees. 89 42 90 Permits will be specific in nature to the 43 (a)(1) Drivers of commercial passenger- 91 activity being permitted. In most cases, a 44 vehicle carrying motor vehicles are prohibited 92 special use permit or letter of authorization 45 from idling their engines while parked at any 93 that is signed by the Superintendent and 46 park location. 94 identifies the specific conditions under which 47 95 the permitted activity is authorized will be 48 The noise and fumes caused by these engines 96 prepared. In all cases, a permit or letter of 49 severely impacts the natural experiences 97 authorization must be in the permitee’s 50 sought by many visitors.

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 7 - 1 possession at all times and exhibited to any 50 wildfire. Campers and travelers along the 2 authorized person upon request. 51 Parkway should use locally harvested (in- 3 52 state) firewood to prevent the spread of pests 4 These permits are only those required by 36 53 within the state. 5 C.F.R., Parts 1-7 and except section 1.5, need 54 6 not be supported by a written determination 55 (c)(1) Gathering of fruits, berries, nuts, and 7 unless required by the specific authorizing 56 pinestraw by hand for personal use or 8 regulation. 57 consumption is permitted. It is limited to one 9 58 gallon per person, per day, of the following 10 See Appendix III for First Amendment sites. 59 edible fruits, berries, and nuts: 11 60 12 *Commercial Filming: Generally, 61 Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) 13 commercial photography and filming permits 62 Blackberries/raspberries/dewberries (Rubus 14 are not required for: 63 spp.) 15 • A visitor using a camera and/or 64 Grapes (Vitis spp.) 16 recording device for their own 65 Elderberries (Sambucus spp.) 17 personal use and within normal 66 Cherries/plums (Prunus spp.) 18 visitation hours; and 67 Serviceberries (Amelanchier arborea) 19 • A commercial photographer not using 68 Pawpaw (Asimina spp.) 20 a prop, model, or set, and staying 69 Mayhaw (Crategous opaca) 21 within normal visitation hours; or 70 Mulberry (Morus spp.) 22 • Press coverage of breaking news. 71 Persimmons (Diospyros virginiana) 23 This never requires a permit, but is 72 Black Walnuts (Juglans nigra) 24 subject to the imposition of 73 Hickory/pecan nuts (Carya spp.) 25 restrictions and conditions to protect 74 American hazelnut (Gorylus americana) 26 Parkway resources, public health and 75 27 safety, and to prevent derogation of 76 Two 30-gallon size trash bags per 28 Parkway resources. 77 family/group per day of pinestraw may be 29 78 gathered by hand, as long as mineral soil is 30 SECTION 2.1 PRESERVATION OF 79 not disturbed. 80 31 NATURAL, CULTURAL, AND 81 Climbing trees to gather fruits and nuts is 32 ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 82 prohibited. 33 83 34 (a)(4) Dead wood on the ground may be 84 Collecting small quantities of edible berries, 35 collected for fuel in designated fire pits. 85 nuts, fruit, and pinestraw specified herein 36 Collection of wood shall be limited within 86 causes no adverse impact on Parkway 37 Natchez Trace Parkway property to an area 87 resources and increases the visitor 38 not more than 100 yards beyond campgrounds 88 experience. Taking of other plants, 39 and picnic areas. Wood collected for fuel 89 particularly when the entire plant is collected 40 may not be removed from the campground or 90 or uprooted, harms the species and is 41 picnic area in which it is gathered. Visitors 91 prohibited by regulations. Mushroom 42 should follow state law for use of wood. 92 harvesting is only allowed under a federal 43 93 research permit administered by the Natchez 44 The collection and use of limited amounts of 94 Trace Parkway. 45 wood by manual means for use within the 95 46 Parkway enhances the visitor experience. As 96 SECTION 2.2 WILDLIFE PROTECTION 47 this collection occurs around developed 97 48 areas, the park benefits from the removal of 98 (a)(2) Deer calls, turkey calls, audio 49 fuels from areas typically protected from 99 attractants, or other artificial or natural means

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 8 - 1 of attracting or disturbing wildlife (including 51 Fishing licenses issued by the States of 2 but not limited to, rattling antlers, coyote, 52 Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee are 3 turkey, duck, goose calls, or verbal imitations) 53 valid on all Parkway waters, in accordance 4 are prohibited. 54 with memoranda of concurrent jurisdiction 5 55 with all states. 6 Intentional disturbing of wildlife may 56 7 adversely affect wildlife behavior (i.e. 57 SECTION 2.10 CAMPING AND FOOD 8 breeding and mating rituals, feeding habits, 58 STORAGE 9 travel patterns/routes) possibly causing 59 10 stressful and/or disruptive conditions for 60 (a) Camping in designated campgrounds is 11 wildlife. Using calls can cause wildlife to 61 limited to 14 consecutive days in any one 12 leave foraging and mating areas and attract 62 campground and 30 days total Park-wide for a 13 them to the roadway where they are more 63 calendar year. Primitive camping not in 14 likely to become injured or killed. They may 64 designated sites may be allowed under certain 15 also become unnatural prey if artificially 65 conditions set by the Superintendent. 16 attracted out of cover. 66 17 67 Only two pets are allowed in a campsite and 18 (d) Lawfully taken game may be transported 68 must be on a leash, not exceeding six feet, or 19 on the Natchez Trace Parkway provided it is 69 physically confined. 20 concealed from view. Parking along the 70 21 Parkway to access private or public hunting 71 Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days to 22 land or leases is not permitted. 72 assure a greater turnover and to allow the 23 73 campground vegetation to recover. 24 Lawfully taken game may be transported on 74 25 the Natchez Trace Parkway if concealed from 75 (a) Primitive camping is allowed for bicyclist 26 public view since many hunters travel the 76 and long-distance hikers at the following 27 Parkway as the most pleasing and direct 77 primitive campgrounds: 28 route from their home to the areas where they 78 29 hunt. Also, there are numerous crossings 79 Shady Grove 30 where county and local roads cross Parkway 80 Colbert Ferry 31 lands. 81 Beech Springs Outdoor Classroom 32 82 Witch Dance 33 (e) All Natchez Trace Parkway lands are 83 Kosciusko Welcome Center 34 closed to the viewing of wildlife with an 84 35 artificial light. 85 Primitive camping is allowed with approval 36 86 of the Superintendent by permit for people on 37 Viewing wildlife with an artificial light is 87 long-distance hiking and bicycle trips due to 38 prohibited to minimize poaching and 88 extreme distances between campgrounds. 39 disturbing of wildlife. 89 40 90 SECTION 2.16 HORSES AND PACK 41 SECTION 2.3 FISHING 91 ANIMALS 42 92 43 (d)(2) Fishing regulations within the waters of 93 (g) The loading and unloading of horses and 44 the Natchez Trace Parkway are regulated by 94 pack animals is permitted only at designated 45 state laws. Possessing or using as bait for 95 horse trailheads. A list of trailheads can be 46 fishing in fresh waters is permitted in 96 found on the Parkway website. 47 accordance to applicable state law provided 97 48 the bait is not gathered on Natchez Trace 98 At unloading areas, spilled manure or fresh 49 Parkway land or waters. 99 excrement must be placed in the trailer or 50

Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 9 - 1 scattered on non-paved surfaces at least 100 49 Horses and stock are considered property and 2 feet from the area. 50 are the responsibility of the owners to remove 3 51 from Parkway property. 4 Loading and unloading horses in areas other 52 5 than horse trail heads causes natural 53 Stock may not be tied directly to trees. 6 resource damage and leaves offensive wastes 54 7 in visitor use areas where horses are not 55 The requirement to tether or picket stock is to 8 allowed. 56 prevent damage to live trees or shrubs and is 9 57 intended to protect the root system, bark, and 10 All equine transported to, or ridden on, any 58 foliage from excessive damage that can occur 11 park trail shall be accompanied by either the 59 if livestock is left restrained in one area for an 12 original or a copy of an official negative test 60 extended period. 13 for equine infectious anemia (EIA) (aka 61 14 “Coggins test”) administered within the 62 SECTION 2.20 SKATING, 15 previous 12 months. Proof of such test must 63 SKATEBOARDS, AND SIMILAR DEVICES 16 be provided upon request. 64 17 65 In-line skating, non-motorized scooters, 18 A valid “Coggins Test” certificate is 66 skateboards, and similar devices are permitted 19 required, by state law, in each state by the 67 on designated multi-use trails from the 20 owners of a horse or pack animal. All equine 68 Reservoir Overlook (Milepost 105.6 to 21 brought to, passing through, or ridden on any 69 Milepost 96) in the Jackson-Clinton area only. 22 park trails, road shoulder, or any park lands 70 23 shall be accompanied by either the original or 71 The Natchez Trace Parkway Multi-Use Trail 24 a copy of a negative test certificate for Equine 72 is designed for a variety of recreational 25 Infectious Anemia (EIA) or “Swamp Fever” 73 activities, which separates visitors from high 26 or “Coggins” state requirements are a test 74 volume motor vehicle traffic on the Parkway. 27 within 12 months (6 months for Tennessee). 75 In accordance with 36 CFR 2.20 Skating and 28 This, pursuant to state law, is to stop the 76 4.30 Bicycles, and the NATR Multi-Use Trail 29 spread of EIA and other infectious diseases 77 Environmental Assessment Study, designated 30 from livestock. 78 recreational uses in this developed area 31 79 include cycling, walking, jogging, skating, 32 Only certified weed-free pellets and cubes, 80 skateboards, and non-motorized scooters. 33 but no hay may be taken into and used on 81 Horseback riding and the use of motorized 34 park equestrian trails. It is recommended that 82 vehicles are prohibited. The use of personal 35 pack animals be fed weed-free feed for 48 83 transportation vehicles (e.g. Segways, 36 hours in advance of entering the Parkway. 84 motorized wheel-chairs, and similar devices) 37 85 are permitted to be used by persons who fall 38 The requirement that only processed feed be 86 under the Americans with Disabilities Act. 39 carried into the backcountry is intended to 87 For safety purposes these devices are 40 prevent the introduction or spread of non- 88 required to travel at a walking pace. 41 native vegetation. 89 42 90 SECTION 2.21 SMOKING 43 If an animal dies within the Parkway, it will 91 44 be the owner or responsible person’s 92 Smoking is prohibited in and around all 45 responsibility to remove the carcass from the 93 buildings on the Natchez Trace Parkway. 46 park or make arrangements for its proper 94 47 disposal as soon as possible. 95 Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of any 48 96 entrance or exit primarily accessed by the 97 visiting public or any access where smoking 98 would result in smoke traveling through Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the regulations contained in 35 CFR, Chapter 1 and Section 7.43. 36 CFR can be found at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/36cfrv1_05.html - 10 - 1 doorways, windows, air ducts or other 27 SECTION 3.21 SWIMMING AND 2 openings. Departmental Manual 2, Section 28 BATHING 3 310, Chapter 11, Director’s Order #50D: 29 4 Smoking Policy. 30 (b) The following areas are closed to 5 31 swimming and bathing: 6 SECTION 2.22 PROPERTY 32 Colbert Ferry 7 33 Coles Creek 8 (a)(2) Upon notification to the 34 Jackson Falls 9 Superintendent, visitors on extended hikes, 35 10 bicycle rides, or boat tours, are permitted to 36 Colbert Ferry is closed due to periodic water 11 leave vehicles unattended for the duration of 37 quality concerns. Coles Creek is closed due to 12 their trip. The Superintendent may authorize 38 several drownings that have occurred at that 13 the leaving of unattended property and 39 location. Jackson Falls is closed to prevent 14 vehicles for other authorized purposes. 40 resource damage and enhance safety. 15 41 16 Visitors on authorized biking and hiking trips 42 SECTION 4.21 SPEED LIMITS 17 on the Parkway are permitted to leave 43 18 vehicles unattended due to length of time 44 (c) The speed limit on the Natchez Trace 19 required for trips. These visitors are required 45 Parkway is 50 miles per hour (m.p.h.) except 20 to notify park management of their vehicle 46 as posted. 21 location and estimated length of parking. The 47 22 Parkway is not responsible for the vehicles or 48 The maximum speed limit set forth by 36 23 their contents. 49 C.F.R. in National Park sites is 45 m.p.h. 24 50 except where this speed is unreasonable. The 25 51 design of the Parkway allows for safe speed 26 52 in excess of 45 m.p.h., except where otherwise 53 posted. 54

Vehicle Hauling and Towing Restrictions

• Trucks over one ton rated capacity are prohibited • Vehicles that display company logos are considered to be in connection with a business and are prohibited. • Hauling associated with recreational activities to only include camping, boating, and ATV use are permitted. • Hauling of multiple pieces of recreational equipment on a single trainer is permitted providing total vehicle and trailer length does not exceed 55 feet. • Hobby activities such as antique vehicles (car, tractors, etc), hot-air ballooning, and similar activities are considered recreational activities and are permitted. • Non-recreational hauling encompasses those activities that are not specifically recreational in nature and are prohibited. • Farm and lawn equipment is prohibited except as authorized by Special Use Permits as part of the agricultural lease program. • Hauling of household items, furniture, appliances, carpet, landscaping materials and/or equipment, and construction materials are some of the more commonly transported items that are prohibited on the Parkway.

Requirements for Towing Trailers

• Towing vehicle and trailer are 55 feet in length or less • Enclosed utility trailers are5 feet by 8 feet or less. • Trailers shall be equipped with tail lights, brake lights, and turn signals. • Trailers must display license plates according to state of registration. • Empty trailers are prohibited. • Only one trailer or vehicle may be towed by another vehicle at any time.

Requirements for Towing Vehicles

• Towing vehicle and towed vehicle are 55 feet in length or less • Steel tow bar mounted through the use of a towing receiver with retainers and safety chains are required. • All towed vehicles must be equipped with tail lights, brake lights, and turn signals. • No commercial vehicles are allowed. • Only one trailer or vehicle may be towed by another vehicle at any time.

- 12 - Examples of Prohibited Commercial Vehicles *This is not all inclusive, please contact the Ranger Activities Office for further clarification.

- 13 - Cargo Trailer - 5 feet by 8 feet: Size Permitted but Use Prohibited by Advertising

Utility Trailer – 5 feet by 8 feet: Size Permitted but Use Prohibited by Advertising

Tow Bars and Trailers: Length Requirement of Vehicle and Trailer Limited to 55 feet Advertising Impact Is Minimized with These Type Conveyances

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Wooded Area Closures The closures indicated on the attached photos are representative of the areas that are closed and should not be considered as scale drawings. All wooded areas in the below described use areas are closed except on maintained park trails.

Old Trace (Brashears Stand) – Milepost 104.5

- 15 - Bear Creek – Milepost 309.6

Bynum Mounds – Milepost 232.4

- 16 - Boyd Site – Milepost 106.9

Chickasaw Village – Milepost 261.8

- 17 - I-20 Turnout – Milepost 86.5

Emerald Mound – Milepost 10.3

- 18 - Elizabeth Female Academy – Milepost 5.1

Beech Springs Outdoor Classroom – Milepost 266.0

- 19 - Old Trace/Confederate Gravesites – Milepost 269.4

Old Town Overlook – Milepost 263.9

- 20 - Pharr Mounds – Milepost 286.7

- 21 - Appendix III First Amendment Areas

Leipers Fork – Milepost 429 Physical Description and Site Location: Leipers Fork District Office Facility on the South side adjacent and parallel to the district office parking area.

Area #1: Concrete pedestrian sidewalk running east and west along the parking area’s north side. Area of sidewalk designated will be the first 39 feet eastward from the west parking lot corner as provided in the photograph. The area will measure thirty-nine feet by six feet providing 234 square feet of available space.

Area #2: Concrete pedestrian sidewalk running east and west along the parking area’s south side. Area of sidewalk designated will be the first 39 feet eastward from the west parking lot corner as provided in the photograph. The area will measure thirty-nine feet by six feet providing 234 square feet of available space.

- 22 - Meriwether Lewis - Milepost 385.9 Physical Description and Site Location: Meriwether Lewis Historic Site mile post 385.9 Description: Located at the Meriwether Lewis Restroom Parking Area the areas designated shall be 20 feet by 10 feet areas located on the northwest and southwest ends of the parking lot. Each area will be two parking spaces in size. The red boxes in the diagram below represent the locations. Authorized activities cannot interfere with or impede pedestrian traffic on the sidewalk.

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Colbert Ferry Visitor Contact Station- Milepost 327.3 Physical Description and Site Location: The Cherokee Sub-District of the Natchez Trace Parkway has designated an area at the Colbert Ferry Visitor Contact Station as a location for first amendment demonstrations. Demonstrations cannot interfere with the public use of the Information Station and Comfort Station by other park visitors.

The demonstration area includes the first two parking spaces at the north end of the Visitor Contact Station Parking Area and the last two parking spaces at the south end of the Visitor Center Contact Parking Area.

- 24 - Tupelo National Battlefield – Main St. Tupelo Mississippi Physical Description and Site Location: The areas are located adjacent to the northeast and northwest corners of the Battlefield along Main St.

The areas consist of two approximately 25 foot by 40 foot rectangles as shown below.

- 25 - Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center and Headquarters – Milepost 266.6 Physical Description and Site Location: The area is located adjacent to the northeast corner of the Visitor Center parking lot and sidewalk. The area consists of two ten (10) foot by seventy (70) foot rectangle, in the grass, adjacent to the sidewalk as follows:

Site #1:From the point of the northeast corner of the sidewalk at the northeast corner of the Visitor Center parking area extending easterly ten (10) feet, then turning roughly south for seventy (70) feet running parallel to the sidewalk, then turning westerly ten (10) feet to the eastern edge of the sidewalk, then turning northerly and running along the eastern edge of the sidewalk to the starting point at the northeast corner of the sidewalk. Site#2: From the point of the southeast corner of the sidewalk at the southeast corner of the Visitor Center parking area extending easterly ten (10) feet, then turning roughly south for seventy (70) feet running parallel to the sidewalk, then turning westerly ten (10) feet to the eastern edge of the sidewalk, then turning northerly and running along the eastern edge of the sidewalk to the starting point at the southeast corner of the sidewalk.

- 26 - Jeff Busby Campground – Milepost 193.1

Physical Description and Site Location: Located at the Jeff Busby Park (milepost 193.1), The area consists of two ten (10) foot by fifty (50) foot rectangle, in the grass to the west of the comfort stations. Site #1 will be to the south of the building approximately 40 feet from the southwest corner of the building. Site #2 will be to the north of the building approximately 40 feet from the northwest corner of the building.

- 27 - Ridgeland Information Cabin – Milepost 102.4 Physical Description and Site Location: Located at the Ridgeland Information Cabin the areas designated shall be 20 feet by 10 feet areas located on the East and West ends of the parking lot. Each area will be two parking spaces in size. The red boxes in the diagram below represent the locations. Authorized activities cannot interfere with or impede pedestrian traffic on the sidewalk.

- 28 - Rocky Springs Contact Station – Milepost 55.8 Physical Description and Site Location: Site #1: Located adjacent to the Southeast corner of the Rocky Springs contact Station. It is bordered by the sidewalk and is 25’x50’. Site #2: Located adjacent to the Southwest corner of the Rocky Springs contact Station. It is bordered by the sidewalk and is 25’x50’

- 29 - Mount Locust Visitor Center – Milepost 15.5 Physical Description and Site Location: The Mount Locust Visitor Center area located in the parking lot. Site #1 is located on the southwest corner of the parking lot, next to the medium, the first three parking spaces. Site #2 is located on the Northwest end of the parking lot, and is made up of the first three spaces of the parking lot. The red boxes on the diagram below are representations of the sites. Authorized activities cannot interfere with or impede pedestrian traffic on the sidewalk.

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