Mileage monuments are every mile. Large wooden signs mark trail access points at every major highway crossing. Six 30-car parking areas provide starting points. In addition, voluntary day use registration booths are located at each of the parking areas and the trail user is encouraged to fill out information cards for vital park attendance data and for use in the event of an emergency. For overnight use of the trail see Special Regulation 15.
Overnight reservations are mandatory.
A fee is required for overnight camping . No water Ohiopyle Shelter Area 6.3 mi. Shelter Area Maple Summit Road 11.2 mi. No water PA Rt. Shelter Area 18.5 mi.