It is illegal to cut live vegetation for any reason. Refuse Disposal Use toilet facilities at existing campsites or at least 150 feet or more back from the water's edge. If hiking, dig a pit at least 150 feet or more back from the waters edge. Bathe and wash dishes at least 150 feet from lakes and streams. Fish entrails should be buried in the top 6 inches of soil well away from the campsite, or place them on top of rocks at the water's edge at least 200 feet from campsites or portages to allow the birds to eat them.
State law prohibits putting fish remains into the water.
Do not wash your body in the lake with any kind of soap, even biodegradable soaps are not meant to be disposed of in the water. They are only labeled biodegradable for disposing of in the soil. Only watercraft and equipment used in connection with the current visit may be stored and left unattended. All equipment and personal property must be carried out with you at the end of each trip. The use of metal detectors is prohibited.