Dogs can harass wildlife, disturb other visitors, damage vegetation, and accelerate erosion by digging holes. The Central Slabs are usually closed to protect nesting peregrine falcons between early April and mid-August. Fixed Anchors, Otter Cliffs. Use established access trails and walk on solid rock to reduce impacts to soils and vegetation. In spring and early summer, black guillemots nest at Otter Cliffs.
Check routes for nests before climbing and consider using other routes to avoid disturbance.
Social trails are proliferating on top of Otter Cliffs because climbers are using vegetated areas as toilets. Group leaders should approach other climbers about sharing routes.