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Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Supertindent's Compendium Of Designations, Closures, Permit Requirements and Other Restrictions Imposed Under Discretionary Authority. 252 McDowell Street Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 304 535-6278: phone 304 535-6270: fax Website: https://www.nps.gov/appa/index.htm Updated and Approved: Scott McCormick, Acting Superintendent Date: 4/08/2026 1. Superintendent’s Compendium DescribedThe Superintendent’s Compendium is the summary of park specific rules implemented under 36 Code of Federal Regulations (36 CFR). It serves as public notice, identifies areas closed for public use, provides a list of activities requiring either a special use permit or reservation, and elaborates on public use and resource protection regulations pertaining specifically to the administration of the park. The Superintendent’s Compendium does not repeat regulations found in 36 CFR and other United States Code and CFR Titles, which are enforced without further elaboration at the park level.
The regulations contained in 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, are the basic mechanism used by the National Park Service (NPS) to preserve and protect the natural and cultural resources of the park and to protect visitors and property within the park. Parts 1 through 6 are general regulations applicable to all areas of the National Park System, and Part 7 contains special regulations specific to individual parks. Each of these Parts has many sections and subsections articulating specific provisions. Within some of these Part 1-7 sections and subsections, the Superintendent is granted discretionary authority to develop local rules to be responsive to the needs of a specific park resource or activity, park plan, program, and/or special needs of the general public. This Compendium should be used in conjunction with Title 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, to more fully understand the regulations governing the use and enjoyment of all the areas of the National Park System. A copy of Title 36, CFR, can be purchased from the U.S. Government Printing Office at: Superintendent of Documents P.O. Box 371954 Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954 The CFR is also available at: 36 CFR Parts 1-199 2. Laws and Policies Allowing the Superintendent to Develop This CompendiumThe National Park Service (NPS) is granted broad statutory authority under 54 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 100101 et.seq. (Organic Act of 1916, as amended) to “…regulate the use of the Federal areas known as national parks, monuments, and reservations…by such means and measures as conform to the fundamental purposes of the said parks…which purpose is to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment for future generations” (54 U.S.C. Section 100101). In addition, the NPS Organic Act allows the NPS, through the Secretary of the Interior, to “make and publish such rules and regulations as he may deem necessary or proper for the use and management of the parks, monuments, and reservations under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service” (54
U.S.C. Section 100751). In 1970, Congress amended the NPS Organic Act to clarify its intentions as to the overall mission of the NPS. Through the General Authorities Act of 1970, Congress brought all areas administered by the NPS into one National Park System and directed the NPS to manage all areas under its administration consistent with the Organic Act of 1916. In 1978, Congress amended the General Authorities Act of 1970 and reasserted System-wide the high standard of protection defined in the original Organic Act by stating “Congress further reaffirms, declares, and directs that the promotion and regulation of the various areas of the National Park System, as defined by Section 1 of this Title, shall be consistent with and founded in the purpose established by Section 1 of this Title, to the common benefit of all people of the United States.” 54 U.S.C. Section 100501 defines the National Park System as”…any areas of land and water administered by the Secretary of the Interior through the National Park Service for park, monument, historic, parkway, recreational, or other purposes.” In addition to the above statutory authority, the Superintendent is guided by established NPS policy as found in the NPS Management Policies (2006). The Superintendent is also guided by more specific policies promulgated by the Director, National Park Service, in the form of Director’s Orders. As stated in the Management Policies, the primary responsibility of the NPS is to protect and preserve our national natural and cultural resources while providing for the enjoyment of these resources by visitor and other users, as long as use does not impair specific park resources or overall visitor experience. The appropriateness of any particular visitor use or recreational experience is resource-based and will vary from park to park; therefore, a use or activity that is appropriate in one park area may not be appropriate in another. The Superintendent is directed to analyze overall park use and determine if any particular use is appropriate. Where conflict arises between use and resource protection, where the Superintendent has a reasonable basis to believe a resource is or would become impaired, than that Superintendent is obliged to place limitations on public use. 3. Consistency of This Compendium with Applicable Federal Law and RequirementsThe Superintendent’s Compendium is not considered a significant rule requiring review by the Office of Management and Budget under Executive Order 12866. In addition, this Compendium will not have a significant economic effect on a number of small entities nor impose a significant cost on any local, state or tribal government or private organization, and therefore does not fall under the requirements of either the Regulatory Flexibility Act or the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act.
The actions and requirements described in this Compendium are found to be categorically excluded from further compliance with the procedural requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in Department of the Interior (DOI) Guidelines 516 DM 6 and as such, an Environmental Assessment will not be prepared. 4. Development of the Requirements of the Superintendent’s CompendiumAs outlined above, the NPS has broad authority and responsibility to determine what types of uses and activities are appropriate in any particular National Park System area. The requirements of the Superintendent’s Compendium are developed through an analysis and determination process. The decision criteria used during this process are:
5. Applicability of the CompendiumThe rules contained in this Compendium apply to all persons entering, using, visiting or otherwise present on federally owned lands, including submerged lands, and waters administered by the NPS within the legislative boundaries of the park. This includes all waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, including all navigable waters.
6. Enforcement of Compendium RequirementsNPS Law Enforcement Park Rangers enforce the requirements of the United States Code, 36 CFR, and this Superintendent’s Compendium.
7. Penalties for Not Adhering to the Compendium RequirementsA person who violates any provision of the regulations found in 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, or provisions of this Compendium, is subject to a fine as provided by law (18 U.S.C. 3571) up to $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations, or by imprisonment not exceeding six months (18 U.S.C. 3559), or both, and shall be adjudged to pay all court costs associated with any court proceedings. You may receive a list of fines associated with any particular provision by contacting the Chief Ranger at the park address found below.
8. Comments on the CompendiumThe Compendium is reviewed annually and revised as necessary. The park welcomes comments about its program and activities at any time.
Written comments on the Compendium may be submitted to: Superintendent
Appalachian National Scenic Trail PO Box 50 Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 9. Effective Date of the Superintendent CompendiumThe Superintendent’s Compendium is effective on the approval date listed on the first page of this document, and remains in effect until revised for a period up to one year.
10. Additional InformationSome of the terms used in this Compendium may have specific meaning defined in 36 CFR 1.4 Definitions.
11. AvailabilityCopies of the Compendium are available at 252 McDowell Street, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425. It may also be found at https://www.nps.gov/appa/index.htm.B. Superintendent's Compendium In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 16 United States Code, Section 3, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail cross 14 states and 6 other National Park Service units. For regulations regarding the following park units please see park specific Superintendent’s Compendiums: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, Shenandoah National Park, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, C&O Canal National Historical Park and Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area.
Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print. I. 36 CFR §1.5 – Visiting Hours, Public Use Limits, Closures, and Area Designations for Specific Use or Activities(a)(1) The following visiting hours and public use limits are established for all or for the listed portions of the park, and the following closures are established for all or a portion of the park to all public use or to a certain use or activity (see Attachment A of this document for map of closure areas):
This area receives high levels of day-use visitation. This area has a long history of illegal camping, open fires and other illegal activity. Please note: These restrictions are in addition to the designated camping and fire restrictions found in Appendix B. The entire section managed by RATC allows for camping and fires at designated areas only (see Appendix B). Road shoulder parking is also prohibited along VA 311 by local regulations.
This area experiences very high public visitation. The area around McAfee Knob has very limited space for people to congregate and is not conducive to large groups. Special events of the sort listed above would diminish the experience of other visitors to McAfee Knob.
This area experiences very high public visitation. The area around McAfee Knob has
very limited space for people to congregate and take pictures. Activity of the sort listed above would diminish the experience of other visitors to McAfee Knob.
This area receives high levels of day-use visitation. This area has a long history of illegal
camping, open fires and other illegal activity.
This area has a long history of illegal camping, open fires and other illegal activity. Escaped ground fires have resulted in emergency fire response and damaged resources. Local ordinance by the area fire marshal also prohibits ground fires. This parking closure does not prohibit overnight parking by backpackers. Road shoulder parking is prohibited from sunset to sunrise along Kuhn Road by local regulations.
The Scott Farm is a multi-use area owned by the NPS and used by multiple management
partners. Due to the unique management issues of the area, these closures are needed to prevent misuse of park resources. This parking closure does not prohibit overnight parking by backpackers.
This parking area has a history of vandalism. This parking closure does not prohibit overnight parking by backpackers. These closures are intended to protect visitors and their property and to assist local law enforcement.
This area has a long history of illegal camping, open fires and other illegal activity. Escaped open fires have resulted in emergency fire response and damaged resources.
This area receives high levels of day-use visitation. Misuse within the area has resulted in
damage to the natural resources, visitor use conflicts, and the accumulation of trash.
The area surrounding this NPS land is private and closed to the public. This closure is intended to protect security interests, park resources and visitors.
This area receives high levels of day-use visitation. Misuse within the area has resulted in
damage to the natural resources, visitor use conflicts, and the accumulation of trash. (a)(2) - Designate Areas for a specific use or activity or impose conditions or restrictions on a use or activity.
Federal law at 54 U.S.C. 100905 states that permits and fees are not required for filming, still photography, or audio recording in park areas if certain requirements are met. These requirements address various topics, including, but not limited to, group size, location, equipment, potential impacts to resources and visitors, and the likelihood that the NPS will incur related administrative costs. If any of these requirements are not met, the law allows the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the NPS, to require a permit for the subject activity. Permit requirements are imposed by the superintendent under discretionary authority provided by 36 CFR 1.5(a)(2), which allows the superintendent to impose conditions or restrictions on a use or activity, consistent with applicable legislation, to implement management responsibilities. The general regulations for permits in 36 CFR 1.6 do not apply to permits issued for filming, still photography, and audio recording, which instead are governed by the statutory provisions in 54 U.S.C. 100905. The imposition of permit requirements, on a case by-case basis, for filming, still photography, or audio recording does not require rulemaking under 36 CFR 1.5(b). Requiring a permit with reasonable terms and conditions in accordance with statutory requirements at 54 U.S.C. 100905 is not highly controversial, will not result in a significant alteration in the public use pattern of the System unit, will not adversely affect the System unit’s natural, aesthetic, scenic or cultural values, or require a long-term or significant modification in the resource management objectives of the System unit, because the permit requirement is limited in time and scope to the specific activities authorized by the permit, which contain terms and conditions that protect the values, resources, and visitors of the System unit, and implements federal law.
36 CFR 1.6(f) – Activities that require a permit.
Some filming, still photography, and audio recording (depends upon the facts and
circumstances; contact the park for more information). 36 CFR 1.5(a)(2) and 54 U.S.C. 100905.
This restriction is necessary to prevent unacceptable impacts to park resources and values from the use of uncrewed aircraft. Potential impacts include harming visitors, interfering with rescue operations, causing excessive noise, impacting viewsheds, and disturbing wildlife. This restriction is required by NPS Reference Manual #60: Aviation Management, Chapter 12 – Uncrewed Aircraft Systems.
(f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the Superintendent is required, listed according to the section of 36 C.F.R. that prohibits the activity absent a permit, or, alternatively, grants the discretion, exercised herein, to the Superintendent to require a permit:
*Unless otherwise indicated contact the Chief Ranger for permit information.
III. General section covers the following CFRs from 36 CFR §2.1 to 36 CFR §4.31.
(a)(4) Using or possessing wood gathered from within the park area is prohibited, except that dead wood on the ground may be collected for use as fuel for campfires within the park in the following areas:
(c)(1) The commercial collection of fruits, berries, nuts and fungi is prohibited. The following fruits, berries, nuts and above ground fruiting bodies of certain fungi may be gathered by hand for personal use or consumption:
(c)(2)(i) The amount of fruits, berries, nuts and fruiting bodies of mushrooms that are authorized for collection shall not exceed 1 pound per person per day for each species. The collection of ramps and ginseng is not allowed under 36 CFR or 16 USC. The unrestricted collection of native fruits, berries, nuts and fruiting bodies could adversely impact plant propagation and/or wildlife food sources. The collection of plants like ramps and ginseng results in the destruction of plant populations and must therefore be more strictly limited.
(d) The transporting of lawfully taken wildlife through the park is permitted under the following conditions and procedures:
The park does not wish to impede those hunting in jurisdictions outside the park, nor the transportation of legally taken game. However, the transportation of game through the park, an area closed to hunting, has elicited visitor complaints and could cause confusion with the park’s hunting regulations if not managed in this manner.
(a)(2)(i) Weapons, traps, or nets may only be carried, possessed or used at the following designated times and locations:
Anyone who can legally possess a firearm under federal and state laws outside of a national park can possess that firearm in the park under the same terms. It is the responsibility of every visitor to fully understand the applicable firearms laws of the state(s). https://www.nps.gov/appa/learn/management/firearms-information.htm Hunting is permitted along approximately 1,250 miles of the A.T. through national forest lands, national recreation areas, and on state forests and game lands. Hunting is prohibited along approximately 900 miles of the Trail through national parks (like Shenandoah and the Great Smoky Mountains), most state parks, and on lands acquired by the National Park Service exclusively for the Trail and still under National Park Service administration, including the areas noted by A.T. corridor boundary signs.
(a) Camping is allowed in the following designated sites or areas and is subject to the following
established conditions:
On most sections of the A.T., there are two potential choices for camping: staying in a shelter or pitching a tent. Backcountry camping is available at approximately 227 approved/designated campsites and is also allowed in the immediate vicinity of most of the 272 shelters along the Trail.
reviewed by park staff before being adopted into the Superintendent’s Compendium. Although Trail shelters are on a first come first serve basis, they are not designed or intended for organized overnight groups. These groups should be prepared to tent at established/designated tent sites. In some areas you can choose your own campsite (called dispersed camping), but hikers are always encouraged to use designated sites. Using designated campsites means you will have fewer impacts on vegetation and wildlife habitat. These localized regulations are outlined in each maintaining club’s Local Management Plan and
(a)(1)(ii) Any noise level from a radio, compact disk or other audio device which is more audible than conversational voice at a distance of 50 feet from the source is prohibited.
The use of audio devices in such a way as to impact others’ enjoyment of park resources is incongruent with the primitive backcountry setting of the park. Loud or prolonged noise can also alter the behavior of wildlife and compromise the ecological health of wildlife communities.
(a)(1) The lighting or maintaining of fires is generally prohibited, except as provided for in the following designated areas and/or receptacles, and under the conditions noted:
Designated Areas:
Receptacles Allowed:
Established Conditions for Lighting or Maintaining a Fire:
This action is necessary for the maintenance of public health and safety, protection of environmental or scenic values, protection of natural or cultural resources, and the
implementation of management responsibilities. Materials other than approved combustibles – especially fire accelerants and substances prone to wind transport or explosion – creates serious risks when used to light or maintain fires. These combustibles can ignite or spread wildfires that directly threaten people and valuable resources and assets. The burning of manufactured or synthetic materials can contribute to air pollution, contaminate soil and water, and be toxic to humans and the environment. Less restrictive measures, such as an education campaign informing visitors of the risks of using certain materials to light or maintain a fire, would not be commensurate with the substantial risks associated with those activities and could lead to adverse outcomes that might be prevented by establishing an enforceable condition.
(a)(2) The use of refuse receptacles, garbage cans and dumpsters for the disposal of household, commercial and industrial refuse within the park is prohibited.
(a)(3) The disposal of refuse in privy, outhouse or backcountry toilet facilities is limited to human bodily waste and toilet paper. (a)(8) The disposal of human bodily waste shall be accomplished only at sanitary facilities within the park or must be buried six (6) to eight (8) inches deep at least 200 feet from any trails, overnight sites or water sources (including wells). These regulations minimize the contamination of water supplies, minimize the presence of unsanitary conditions, preserve site aesthetics, maximize decomposition and help prevent wildlife-human conflicts. The removal of waste and refuse is also consistent with currently accepted backcountry ethics, including Leave No Trace.
(a)(1) Possessing pets in public buildings, public transportation vehicles, swimming beaches, and the following structures and/or areas is prohibited:
Dogs are not allowed in three areas along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail
(a)(2) Pets must be restrained on a leash that does not exceed six feet in length at the following locations:
(a)(5) Pet excrement shall be disposed of only at sanitary facilities within the park or must be buried six (6) to eight (8) inches deep at least 200 feet from any trails, overnight sites or water sources.
These regulations are intended to enhance the natural experience of all visitors. Pets are natural predators and their waste can alter the behavior of wildlife and compromise the ecological health of wildlife communities.
(a) The use of animals other than those designated as “pack animals” for purposes of transporting equipment is prohibited. The following animals are designated as pack animals for purposes of transporting equipment:
Use or possession of domestic goats or sheep within NPS administered areas is prohibited. Llamas, Alpacas and other Members of the Camelidae or Bovidae Family Use or possession of llamas, alpacas, or any other domestic animal of the Camelidae or Bovidae Family within NPS administered areas is prohibited except as pack animals in accordance with written authorization from the Superintendent. Horses/Mules Except in locations designated for their use per 36CFR 7.100
(c)(1) Arrangements for the removal of downed aircraft will be made pursuant to the recommendations of the National Traffic Safety Board or Federal Aviation Administration
investigators or designated personnel. These restrictions are intended to preserve the primitive and safe atmosphere of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. FAA and NTSB are considered experts in their field and will be in consultation with the Superintendent on any incident or removal.
(c) Snowmobiles may be operated only on routes designated in 36 CFR Part 7 Special Regulations Section 7.100 Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
(a) Skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, inner tubing, tobogganing, and similar winter sports are prohibited on park roads and in parking areas open to motor vehicle traffic, except under the conditions below:
(b) The towing of persons on skis, sled or other similar device by motor vehicle or snowmobile is allowed in the following areas and/or routes:
Using roller skates, skateboards, roller skis, coasting vehicles, or similar devices is prohibited, except in the following designated areas:
(a) The following portions of the park, or all or portions of buildings, structures or facilities are closed to smoking as noted:
(a)(2) Leaving property unattended for longer than 24 hours is prohibited, except in the following locations or under the following conditions:
(b) Recreation fees, and/or a permit, in accordance with 36 CFR part 71, are established for the following entrance fee areas, and/or for the use of the following specialized sites, facilities, equipment or services, or for participation in the following group activity, recreation events or specialized recreation uses:
(a)(1)(i) The consumption and/or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on all park lands within the State of Maryland, aforementioned use closures (see §1.5) and any other areas in which such a prohibition has been posted by trail management.
These restrictions have been implemented in areas in which local trail managers have found the possession and/or consumption of alcohol to be inappropriate considering other park uses and the purpose for which such areas are maintained or established. Maryland state park management has prohibited the consumption and/or possession of alcoholic beverages on their land, and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail has agreed to adopt consistent policies. The propriety of Special Events will be considered based on the standards set forth in the Comprehensive Plan for the Protection, Management, Development and Use of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (1981). The relevant section of the Comprehensive Plan states:
Management actions will discourage activities that would degrade the Trail’s natural and cultural resources or social values, such as use by groups or organizations involved in promotion, sponsorship, or participation in spectator events or competitive activities, or by groups which by their size or commercial interest generate use which is inconsistent with the concept of a simple footpath. Note: McAfee Knob is closed to special events. See section 1.5.
2.51(a) Demonstrations of 25 people or less are allowed within the park areas designated as available under paragraph (c)(2), provided that they do not:
(1) Cause injury or damage to park resources; or
(2) Unreasonably impair the atmosphere of the peace and tranquility maintained in wilderness, natural, historic, or commemorative zones; or (3) Unreasonably interfere with the interpretive, visitor service, or other program activities, or with the administrative activities of the National Park Service; or (4) Substantially impair the operation of public use facilities or services of National Park Service concessioners or contractors; or (5) Present a clear and present damage to the public health and safety (6) Use any type of sound amplification or equipment beyond hand carried signs Demonstrations of more than 25 people are allowed within the designated areas when the Superintendent has issued a permit for the activity. (c)(2) The following locations are designated as available for demonstrations:
Children’s Lake has been designated pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Register with the intention of providing persons wishing to exercise their First Amendment rights a public area in which to do so.
(b) The sale or distribution of printed matter by more than 25 persons is allowed within park areas designated as available under §2.51(c)(2) (see above) when the Superintendent has issued a permit.
Sale or distribution activity by 25 persons or fewer may be conducted without a permit within designated park areas as noted in §2.51(c)(2) above, provided that they do not:
(1) Cause injury or damage to park resources; or
(2) Unreasonably impair the atmosphere of the peace and tranquility maintained in wilderness, natural, historic, or commemorative zones; or (3) Unreasonably interfere with the interpretive, visitor service, or other program activities, or with the administrative activities of the National Park Service; or (4) Substantially impair the operation of public use facilities or services of National Park Service concessioners or contractors; or (5) Presents a clear and present damage to the public health and safety (6) Use any type of sound amplification or equipment beyond hand carried signs
(a) Livestock are generally prohibited on NPS lands. They are only permitted in park areas pursuant to the exceptions provided for in §2.16(a) and 36CFR 7.100 and/or pursuant to the terms and conditions of a license, permit, or lease.
(a) The installation of a monument, memorial, tablet, structure, or other commemorative installation in a park area without the authorization of the Director is prohibited.
(b) The scattering of human ashes from cremation, without a permit, is allowed under the following terms and conditions:
(a) Park roads. The use of a bicycle is permitted on park roads and in parking areas that are otherwise open for motor vehicle use by the general public
(b) Administrative Roads
(d) Existing Trails
The term “e-bike” means a two- or three-wheeled cycle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts (1 h.p.).
E-bikes are allowed in Appalachian National Scenic Trail where traditional bicycles are allowed. E-bikes are prohibited where traditional bicycles are prohibited. Except where use of motor vehicles by the public is allowed, using the electric motor to move an e-bike without pedaling is prohibited. A person operating an e-bike is subject to the following sections of 36 CFR part 4 that apply to the use of traditional bicycles: sections 4.12, 4.13, 4.20, 4.21, 4.22, 4.23, and 4.30(h)(2)-(5). Except as specified in this Compendium, the use of an e-bike within Appalachian National Scenic Trail is governed by State law, which is adopted and made a part of this Compendium. Any violation of State law adopted by this paragraph is prohibited.
Bicycle and all wheeled use is not consistent with the Appalachian NST’s intended use as a primitive footpath.
Hitchhiking or soliciting transportation is prohibited except in the following designated areas and under the following conditions:
Attachment A - Closure Are Maps:
In this are the following is prohibited:
The map shows the Appalachian Trail going through National Park Service land, and the area with use limits. 
Map showing the area with use limits. The limits are:
The use limit area covers tracts 367-04, 367-06, through 367-13, 367-26, 367-28 through 367-32. 
In this area the following is prohibited:
The use limits area extends to approximately 3,000 feet to the west of Nuclear Lake, 3,000 feet north of Nuclear Lake, 3,000 feet to the south of Nuclear Lake, and 200-700 feet to the east of Nuclear Lake. The parking lot off Old NY 55 is only open during daylight hours. The Appalachian Trail runs through this use limits area, hugging the west side of Nuclear Lake. A map in the upper left corner shows where the area is in the west side of New York near the boarder with Connecticut. 
In this area the following is prohibited:
The tracts within the area with use limits are:
The area is to the south of Bulls Bridge Road and to the north of the ten mile river lean to. In addition, there is a small area to the north of tract 285-27 that is closed by a power company for security. A map in the lower left corner shows where the use limits area is located, right near the boarder between New York State and Connecticut, on the Connecticut side, but only about 500 feet from the boarder. 
Map of an area that is closed for national security reasons and an area that is closed by a power company for security to the east of the Appalachian Trail just southeast of Bull's Bridge in Connecticut. The combined closure area stretches from Bull's Bridge down over the Power Company Canal, past the Ten Mile River to about 500 feet east and 200 feet south of the Ten Mile River Lean-To. The closure is on the east side of the Ten Mile River. The following tracts are in the closure area:
A map in the lower left corner shows where the use limits area is located, right near the boarder between New York State and Connecticut, on the Connecticut side, but only about 500 feet from the boarder. 
Area with Use Limits. The following is prohibited:
In the upper left corner, a map shows the area near the boarder of New York and Connecticut, on the Connecticut side, north of highway 84. Attachment B - Regional RegulationsThe following trail sections do not include any land owned and administered by the Appalachian Nation Scenic Trail. This document, therefore, includes these sections of the Appalachian NST for reference purposes only. For more information on trail sections and management partner regulations, please refer to an official trail guidebook.
The following trail sections may include land owned and administered by the Appalachian Nation Scenic Trail. The following regulations, therefore, only apply to those lands owned and administered by the Appalachian Nation Scenic Trail. For more information on trail sections and management partner regulations, please refer to an official trail guidebook. Note: Unless otherwise specified by localized regulations established in Attachment B of this document, overnight use of camping and/or shelter sites shall be limited to two nights. Camping for more than two consecutive nights at any location is prohibited.
Attachment C - Designated Free Speech Area Map
Free Speech Area Boiling Springs PennsylvaniaThe free speech area is approximately 50x25 feet on National Park Service Land on the east side of Children's Lake and the Appalachian Trail. The area is south of the 174 and west of Bucher Hill Road and east of Front St. The map shows the Appalachian Trail running from east of Bucher Hill Road going northwest to the 174 and then turning to the northeast along the 174. A map in the lower left shows the area zoomed out to the southwest of Harrisburg, just south of where the 76 and 81 come together in south Pennsylvania. |
Last updated: June 25, 2026