Special Regulations, Areas of the National Park System, Cape Hatteras National Seashore-Off-Road Vehicle Management
park-regulation · National Park Service · Published 2012-01-23 · Effective 2012-02-15 · 77 FR 3123
Document
Document number
2012-1250
Federal Register citation
77 FR 3123
CFR reference
36 CFR 7
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
park-regulation
Sub-agency
National Park Service
Publication date
2012-01-23
Effective date
2012-02-15
Abstract
This rule designates off-road vehicle (ORV) routes and authorizes limited ORV use within Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) in a manner that will protect and preserve natural and cultural resources, provide a variety of safe visitor experiences, and minimize conflicts among various users. Under National Park Service (NPS) general regulations, the operation of motor vehicles off of roads within areas of the National Park System is prohibited unless authorized by special regulation.