Superintendent's Compendium

Superintendent’s Compendium
Of Designations, Closures, Permit
Requirements and Other Restrictions
Imposed Under Discretionary Authority.

Approved by: Juliet L. Galonska, Superintendent, January 30, 2026

 

 

A. Introduction

 

1. Superintendent’s Compendium Described

The 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.

As an example, 36 CFR 1.5(a) Closures and Public Use Limits provides the Superintendent certain discretion in allowing or disallowing certain activities. The authority granted by the Section, however, requires the Superintendent to comply with the Administrative Procedures Act (6 USC Section 551), which requires public notice on actions with major impact on visitor use patterns, park resources or those that are highly controversial in nature.

Another example is 36 CFR 1.6 Permits, which allows the Superintendent to require a permit for certain uses and activities in the park. This Section, however, requires that a list of activities needing a permit (and a fee schedule for the various types of permits) be maintained by the park.

A final example is 36 CFR 2.1(c) (1) Preservation of Natural, Cultural and Archeological Resources, which provides the Superintendent the authority to designate certain fruits, nuts, berries, or unoccupied seashells which may be gathered by hand for personal use or consumption. This activity can occur, however, only if a written determination shows that the allowed activity does not adversely affect park wildlife, the reproductive potential of a plant species, or otherwise adversely affect park resources.

This Compendium should be used in conjunction with Title 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, to understand the regulations governing the use and enjoyment more fully 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:

U.S. Superintendent of Documents
Washington, D.C. 20402-0001
http://bookstore.gpo.gov
ph. 866-512-7800

The CFR is also available on the Internet at: www.ecfr.gov

2. Laws and Policies Allowing the Superintendent to Develop This Compendium

The National Park Service (NPS) is granted broad statutory authority under 54 United States Code (U.S.C.) Section 1 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 1). 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 3).

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 (54 U.S.C. Sections 1a1-1a8), 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 1c defines the National Park System as” …any areas of land and water now or hereafter 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, then that Superintendent is obliged to place limitations on public use.

3. Consistency of This Compendium with Applicable Federal Law and Requirements

The 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 Compendium

As 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

• Is there use or activity consistent with the NPS Organic Act and NPS policy?
• Is the use or activity consistent and compatible with the park’s enabling legislation, management objectives, and corresponding management plans?
• Will the use or activity damage the park’s protected natural and cultural resources and other protected values?
• Will the use or activity disturb or be in conflict with wildlife, vegetation, and environmental protection actions and values?
• Will the use or activity conflict with or be incompatible with traditional park uses and activities?
• Will the use or activity compromise employee or public safety?

5. Applicability of the Compendium

The 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 Requirements

NPS Law Enforcement Park Rangers enforce the requirements of the United State Code, 36 CFR, and this Superintendent’s Compendium.

7. Penalties for Not Adhering to the Compendium Requirements

A 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 Compendium

The Compendium is reviewed annually and revised as necessary.  The park welcomes comments about its program and activities at any time. 

9. Effective Date of the Superintendent Compendium

The 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 Information

Some of the terms used in this Compendium may have specific meaning defined in 36 CFR 1.4 Definitions. 

11. Availability

Copies of the Compendium are available at Park Headquarters, 67 Kirk Street, Lowell MA 01852. It may also be found at https://www.nps.gov/lowe/learn/management/

 

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 54 United States Code, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Lowell National Historical Park. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.

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.

 

36 CFR §1.5 – CLOSURES AND PUBLIC USE LIMITS

36 CFR §1.5 (a)(1) Establish, for all or a portion of a park area, a reasonable schedule of visiting hours, impose public use limits, or close all or a portion of a park area to all public use or to a specific use or activity:

Public buildings and facilities are open to the general public with established hours as noted below. Exceptions and seasonal variations do occur between compendium updates, however, and will be posted on each building’s public entrance and at https://www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/hours.htm.

 

Visiting Hours:

 

Boott Cotton Mills Museum

• Through mid-May, 2026
  • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Monday – Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Mid-May through Autumn 2026
  • Sunday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Visitor Center

• Through March 31, 2026
  • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Monday – Friday Closed
• April 1 – mid-May, 2026
  • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Monday – Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Mid-May through Autumn 2026
  • Sunday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Mogan Center

• Into an 1840s Boarding House and One City, Many Cultures Exhibits
  • Through mid-May, 2026
    • Monday – Friday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 12:00PM & 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Mid-May through Autumn 2026
    • Sunday – Saturday 10:00 AM – 12:00PM & 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• University of Massachusetts–Lowell Center for Lowell History. By appointment only.
  • Monday – Thursday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Third Saturday of Month 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Kirk Street Agents House (Park Headquarters)

• Business offices are open by appointment only. General Hours - Monday through Friday 8:00 AM –4:30 PM. Closed on Federal holidays.

 

All facilities are closed to the public on Thanksgiving Day, December 24, December 25, and January 1.

Public Use Limits:

• Private vehicle parking in Boott Mills (NPS) courtyard is prohibited to maintain access for emergency vehicles.
• Private vehicle parking in Market Mills Courtyard is restricted.
• Parking is prohibited along the Eastern Canal in the area in front of the Boott Mills (NPS) and Boott Mills South (behind Boarding House Park and the Patrick J. Mogan Cultural Center).

Determination: Heavy pedestrian use areas and historic settings are determined to be inappropriate use for vehicle parking.

• Boarding House Park:
  • Prohibited uses:
    • Boarding House Park is not to be used as a play or recreation area for groups unless under the direct supervision of NPS or UML Tsongas Industrial History Center staff and involved in a specific NPS sponsored program, or under the conditions of a special use permit.

Determination: Activity of this nature is inconsistent with the purpose of this space and can degrade park resources.

• Northern Canal Walkway:
  • Prohibited uses:
    • Bicycles, skateboards, and roller skates are prohibited on the Northern Canal Walkway.

Determination: Trail surfaces and conditions are not designed or maintained for wheeled use and could cause injury.

 

Closures:

 

Northern Canal Walkway

Northern Canal Walkway closed to public from School Street Bridge to Pawtucket Street Bridge from October 15th to May 15th, and any day when posted or water flows exceed 3,500 cubic feet per second.  

Determination: Unsafe water levels may require closure. Water levels may change suddenly as canal is a hydro-power generation canal causing the potential for water to overflow the walkway and create risk to anyone on the walkway during higher flow rates. Closure is consistent with safety protocols directed by Boott Hydropower LLC.

Boats

Boats: Private boats of any type are prohibited in the Lowell Canal System within the jurisdiction of Lowell National Historical Park. This does not include work boats of Boott Hydropower, or other City, State or Federal agencies or their contractors where permission has been granted to be in the canal system for business or public safety emergency purposes. Personal Watercraft are not permitted within Lowell National Historical Park (36 CFR 3.9 (a)).

Determination: The Lowell Canal Systems are not designated as a recreational boating area. Therefore, any recreational boating activities are not permitted within the legislative boundaries of Lowell National Historical Park.

Lowell Canalway Pawtucket Canal Walk

Lowell Canalway Pawtucket Canal Walk is designated and posted as a Day-Use Only (Sunrise to Sunset) from the Central Street entrance to the Market Street entrance at the Market Street Public Garage.

Determination: The Lowell Canalway Pawtucket Canal Walk section between Central Street and Market Street entrances has had known public use problems since its opening in 2010. This section of the Lowell Canalway is not ADA compliant. Recreational use after sunset prevents problems, supports visitor and resource protection efforts, and reduces public use nuisances with private residences along this Lowell Canalway Pawtucket Canal Walk corridor. Enforcement by the Lowell Police Department and NPS Law Enforcement Rangers resulted in signs posted to notify the public of the Day Use Only recreational hours along this section of the Lowell Canalway Pawtucket Canal Walk within the legislative boundary of Lowell National Historical Park.

Ice skating

Ice skating and any presence on any frozen surface of any canal within the legislative boundaries of Lowell National Historical Park, and the Pawtucket Dam on Merrimack River is prohibited.

Determination: Maintenance of public health and safety. Inconsistent ice thickness, moving water underneath the ice, as well as significant water depth create conditions that are too hazardous to allow anyone access to the canals when frozen.

 

Passenger-Carrying Buses:

• Engines must be shut down when not underway.

Determination: The idling of bus engines adds unnecessary vehicle exhaust in the air and diminishes the enjoyment by visitors of the peace and tranquility of the park.

 

CCTV Policy Statement

In accordance with National Park Service Law Enforcement Reference Manual 9 (RM-9), notice is hereby given that Lowell National Historical Park uses Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) security camera monitoring.

The park’s use of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) for law enforcement and security purposes will only be to visually monitor public park areas and public activities where no constitutionally protected reasonable expectation of privacy exists. Such CCTV use – which will have adequate privacy and First Amendment safeguards – will be to help ensure public safety and security; facilitate the detection, investigation, prevention, and deterrence of terrorist attack and crime; help ensure the safety of citizens and officers; help assist in the proper allocation and deployment of law enforcement and public safety resources; and help facilitate the protection of the innocent and the apprehension and prosecution of criminals. (RM-9, 26.1)

This policy does not restrict the official use of CCTV in government administrative areas, including administrative buildings, jail holding facilities (RM-9, 26.3.7), revenue collection sites, etc., where the government may record/monitor its facilities. For example, the government may perform unrestricted video/audio recording at revenue collection points (entrance stations, visitor center counters, etc.). This policy does not restrict the use of an Audio/Visual Recording Device (AVRD) in patrol vehicles or officer-worn recording devices used by commissioned rangers. (RM-9, 26.1)

Operation of CCTV cameras, maintenance of recorded images and use of recorded images will be in accordance with NPS and Department policy and applicable laws and regulations. (RM-9, 26.1-26.4) No person will be targeted or monitored merely because of race, religion, gender, sex, disability, national origin, or political affiliation or views. (RM-9, 26.4.2)

Nothing in this policy statement is intended to create any rights, privileges, or benefits not otherwise recognized by law.

 

36 CFR 1.5(a)(2) - Designate areas for a specific use or activity or impose conditions or restrictions on a use or activity.

• Filming, still photography, and audio recording activity may require a permit, consistent with 54 U.S.C. 100905.
  • Filming, still photography, and audio recording activity that occurs in closed areas, requires exclusive use of a site or area, or involves a set or staging equipment other than handheld equipment (such as a tripod, monopod, and handheld lighting equipment) requires a permit, unless the activity is affiliated with an activity or event that has been allowed under a written authorization, such as a special use permit.
  • Filming, still photography, and audio recording that involves more than eight individuals requires a permit, unless the NPS has specifically notified an individual or group that a permit is not required, or if the activity is affiliated with an activity or event that has been allowed under a written authorization, such as a special use permit.
  • If a permit is required for the reasons stated above, or if the NPS otherwise determines and then notifies an individual or group that a permit is required for a filming, still photography, or audio recording activity, then engaging in that activity without a permit is prohibited. Violating a term or condition of a permit issued by the NPS for a filming, still photography, or audio recording activity is prohibited, and may result in the suspension or revocation of the permit, in addition to any penalties that may apply under 36 CFR 1.3.

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.

• Launching, landing, or operating an uncrewed or remotely piloted aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Lowell National Historic Park is prohibited except as approved in writing by the superintendent.

Determination: 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.

 

36 CFR §1.6 – PERMITS

36 CFR §1.6 (f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the superintendent is required:

• 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.
• Certain activities related to designated public use limits pursuant to 36 CFR § 1.5(d).
• Certain audio disturbances pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.12:
  • Operation of a public address system pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.12(a)(4)
• Soliciting or demanding gifts, money goods or services pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.37
• Using, possessing, storing, or transporting explosives, blasting agents, or explosive materials pursuant to §2.38(a)
• Holding sports events, pageants, regattas, public spectator attractions, entertainments, ceremonies, and similar events pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.50(a)
• Special Events as delineated in 36 CFR 2.50 – Contact park at 978-275-1700
• Holding demonstrations with more than 25 people pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.51(b).
• Selling or distributing printed matter by more than 25 people pursuant to 36 CFR § 2.52(b).
• Displaying, posting, or distributing advertisements or commercial notices pursuant to 36 CFR § 5.1.
• Engaging in or soliciting any business in park areas pursuant to 36 CFR § 5.3.

 

GENERAL REGULATIONS

 

36 CFR §2.3 – FISHING

(a) Except in designated areas or as provided in this section fishing shall be in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State within whose exterior boundaries a park area or portion thereof is located. Non-conflicting State laws are adopted as a part of these regulations.

Fishing is prohibited as identified by 302 Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) Division of Forests and Parks, Section 12.11 (5), except at the following locations:

Closed to fishing: “All areas of Lowell Heritage State Park with the following exceptions: Merrimack Canal adjacent to Lucy Larcom Park; area along Eastern Canal adjacent to Prescott and Kerouac Parks; Western Canal along Suffolk Street between Fletcher Street, Merrimack Street, and Moody Street; Pawtucket Canal along walkway, not including stairway between Market Street parking lot and Central Street.” Fishing from bridges is also prohibited.

36 CFR §2.10 – CAMPING

There are no public camping areas in Lowell National Historical Park. Public camping is prohibited.

36 CFR §2.11 – PICNICKING

Picnicking is allowed unless otherwise posted.

36 CFR §2.13 – FIRES

Fires including charcoal and propane grills are prohibited within the lands of Boarding House Park, Northern Canal Walkway and within the legislative boundary easements along the Lowell Canalway paths.

Determination: All areas are closed to fires to prevent risks to public safety and potential damage or loss of property, historic structures, and resources.

36 CFR §2.15 – PETS

NOTE: “Pet” means dogs, cats, or any animal that has been domesticated. [36 CFR §1.4]

(a)(1) Possessing pets in public buildings, public transportation vehicles, swimming beaches, and the following structures and/or areas is prohibited:

• Boarding House Park
• Boott Cotton Mills Museum Courtyard Grass Panels

Determination: Due to use conflicts, failure to pick up pet excrement, and damage caused by pet excrement and urine these areas have been closed to pets. Service animals are exempt from this regulation.

(a)(5) Pet excrement must be disposed of in accordance with the following conditions:

No individual will allow a pet under their control to defecate upon sidewalks, streets, beaches, or land owned by the NPS without immediately and permanently removing the excrement.

36 CFR § 2.51 -- DEMONSTRATIONS

(b) Demonstrations are allowed within park areas designated as available under paragraph (c)(2) of this section or when the superintendent has issued a permit for the activity, except that:

(b)(1) Demonstrations involving 25 persons or fewer may be held without a permit within designated park areas, provided that: (ii) The group is not merely an extension of another group already availing itself of the small group permit exceptions under this provision; (iii) They will not unreasonably interfere with other permitted demonstrations and special events, or park program activities; and (iv) Hand carried signs may be used, but stages, platforms, or structures may not be used.

(b)(2) While it is not mandatory, the organizer is requested to provide reasonable notice of the proposed event to the park superintendent, including whether there is any reason to believe that they may be an attempt to disrupt, protest, or prevent the activity.

(b)(4) In the event that two or more groups taking advantage of the small group permit exceptions seek to use the same designated area at the same time, and the area cannot reasonably accommodate multiple occupancy, the superintendent will, whenever possible, direct the later-arriving group to relocate to another nearby designated available area.

(c)(2) The following locations are designated as available for demonstrations:

Area 1

• The area located immediately in front of to the Patrick J. Mogan Cultural Center (40 French Street). This area is described as the brick and stone surfaced plaza measuring 28.75 feet out from the front façade and 36.5 feet from the Cotton Storehouse side façade. The brick walkway leading to the front door of the building and the cement public sidewalk are not within the designated demonstration area and shall remain open and unobstructed at all times.

Area 2

• The area located at the Visitors Center Courtyard and is described as the “recessed” area on the North side of the courtyard, as you are walking into the courtyard from Market St., after walking under the archways, to your left. Reasonable accommodations can be made for a group if the area is not useable at the time due to scheduling conflicts or environmental conditions. Authorization for a venue change may be obtained from a Ranger from the Protection Division or a special events staff employee.

For Maps See Appendix 1

36 CFR § 2.52 -- SALE OR DISTRIBUTION OF PRINTED MATTER

(b) The sale or distribution of printed matter by 25 people or less is allowed within the park areas designated as available under §2.51(c)(2) (see above) or when the superintendent has issued a permit. 

36 CFR §2.61 – RESIDING ON FEDERAL LANDS

(a) Residing in park areas, other than on privately owned lands, is prohibited except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit lease or contract.

36 CFR §3.9 – PERSONAL WATERCRAFT (PWC)

Personal watercraft operations are not authorized in the Lowell Canal System within the legislative boundaries of Lowell National Historical Park.

Determination: Lowell National Historical Park is not identified as one of the National Park Service units that may authorize the use of personal watercraft

36 CFR §3.16 – SWIMMING AND WADING

Swimming is prohibited in any canal within the legislative boundaries of Lowell National Historical Park and the Pawtucket Dam on the Merrimack River.

Determination: Due to hazards caused by manipulation of water levels and unseen hazards that exist in the Lowell Canal System, swimming is prohibited

36 CFR §4.21 – SPEED LIMITS

(b) The following speed limits are established for the routes/roads indicated:

• Boott Courtyard: 5 miles per hour
• Boot Courtyard entrance way: 5 miles per hour
• Maintenance Yard: 5 miles per hour
• Maintenance Yard Driveways: 10 miles per hour

36 CFR §5.1 – ADVERTISEMENTS

Commercial notices or advertisements shall not be displayed, posted, or distributed on federally owned or controlled lands within a park area unless prior written permission has been given by the Superintendent.

36 CFR §5.3 – BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Engaging in or soliciting any business in park areas, except in accordance with the provisions of a permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States, except as such may be specifically authorized under special regulations applicable to a park area, is prohibited.

36 CFR §5.4 – COMMERCIAL PASSENGER-CARRYING MOTOR VEHICLES

(a) The commercial transportation of passengers by motor vehicle except as authorized under a contract or permit from the Secretary or his authorized representative is prohibited in certain parks. See §5.4(a) for more information.

36 CFR §5.6 – COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

b) & (c) Using commercial vehicles on government roads within park areas when such use is in no way connected with the operation of the park is generally prohibited and requires permission or a permit from the Superintendent.

36 CFR §5.7 – CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS OR OTHER FACILITIES

Such activities are prohibited, except in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States.

 

Appendix 1 Demonstration Area-1:

 

 

Appendix 1 Demonstration Area-2: