Trails are to be designed to provide a varied experience of scenic, historic and natural features. Trails are to create a loop trail systems within defined preserve areas where appropriate. Trails are to be constructed in areas that will have a minimal effect on high quality native vegetation, rare animals or significant archeological sites. Trails are to be constructed in a manner to minimize soil erosion. Trails are to cross streets at safe intersections or well-marked areas.
Trails are to be easily accessible to emergency personnel, either by foot or specialized equipment.
Trails will be interspersed and frequent enough to reduce the likelihood of crimes and to increase the safety of isolated areas. Section II - Mitigation Guidelines Mitigation measures analyze methods designed to augment trail criteria guidelines. Plans for trail redevelopment and maintenance. Strategies for Education, Stewardship, Patrol, Enforcement, Trail signage, Paper maps. Policy Opening new trails in newly acquired properties or reopening closed trails.