Essential Rules In U.S. National Parks

Above, Lassen Peak at Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

With summer vacation season a little over a month away (some consider Memorial Day weekend the beginning of the summer vacation season), if visiting national parks is on one's itinerary, it is a good idea to familiarize one's self with dos and don't for visiting national parks.

This is the topic of an article by Lonely Planet. They have 40 dos and don't to know.

They begin with:

Picture it now. You’re standing atop Ooh Ahh Point, soaking up magnificent views of the Grand Canyon. Blue skies. Light breeze. Life is good. But one negative thought interrupts the vibe: your choice of flip-flops might have been a bad idea. Yep, that climb to the South Rim – steep and twisty with the possibility of mule poop – is going to be uncomfortable if you’re wearing wimpy footwear.

A little preparation can improve your trip. From wearing the right shoes to securing permits for popular trails, there are important rules to remember when visiting a US national park. Even if you mean well, it’s easy to irritate others unintentionally or run afoul of park regulations. And nobody wants to annoy a park ranger.

To read the full article, go here.