36 CFR §2.62 Memorialization

(b) The scattering of human ashes from cremation, without a permit, is allowed under the following terms and conditions:

• Total group size conducting the memorialization / scattering of ashes is limited to 25 people or less.

• The remains to be scattered must have been cremated and pulverized.

• The scattering of remains by persons on the ground is to be performed at least 100 feet from any trail, road, developed facility, or body of water.

• The scattering of remains is prohibited at Craggy Gardens and Devils Courthouse.

• Permits are required for ceremonies or assemblies that might conflict with normal park operations or result in impact to park resources.

  • • Scattering of cremated human remains is a reasonable accommodation to visitors and does not result in negative resource impact.
    • The scattering of remains at Craggy Gardens and Devils Courthouse has led to a buildup of these materials in cracks of the cliff faces. This changes the pH and character of the soils that are collecting in the crevices, resulting in a different substrate than naturally occurs there. This could have adverse impacts to federally listed plants that grow on the cliff face and could alter use of the cliff face by peregrine falcon and others species of wildlife.

 

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Index to Blue Ridge Parkway Superintendent's Compendium

• Main Laws and Policies page
• 36 CFR §1.5 Visiting Hours, Public Use Limits, Closures, and Area Designations for Specifice Use or Activities
• 36 CFR §1.6 Permits
• 36 CFR §2.1 Presevation of Natural, Cultural and Archeological Resources
• 36 CFR §2.2 Wildlife Protection
• 36 CFR §2.3 Fishing
• 36 CFR §2.10 Camping and Food Storage
• 36 CFR 2.11 Picnicking
• 36 CFR 2.13 Fires
• 36 CFR §2.15 Pets
• 36 CFR §2.16 Horses and Pack Animals
• 36 CFR §2.17 Aircraft and Air Delivery
• 36CFR §2.18 Snowmobiles
• 36 CFR §2.19 Winter Activities
• 36 CFR §2.20 Skating, Skateboards and Similar Devices
• 36 CFR §2.21 Smoking
• 36 CFR §2.22 Property
• 36 CFR §2.35 Alcoholic Beverages and Controlled Substances
• 36 CFR §2.62 Memorialization
• 36 CFR §3.21 Swimming and Bathing
• 36 CFR §4.11 Vehicle Load, Weight and Size Limits
• 36 CFR §4.21 Speed Limits
• 36 CFR §4.30 Bicycles
• 36 CFR §7.34 Special Regulations – Blue Ridge Parkway