ΓÇó Stay on established roads and trails where provided. All vehicles, including mountain bikes, are required to stay on roads.
ΓÇó When hiking cross-country, minimize your impact on the land. Walk in dry, sandy washes if weather permits. Cross slickrock and other hard-surface areas.
ΓÇó Avoid cryptobiotic crusts, the dark mixture of mosses, lichens, fungi, bacteria, and algae that binds and enriches desert soils and prevents erosion.
ΓÇó Keep group sizes small.
ΓÇó Picket pack and saddle stock away from campsites and water sources. Please carry pellet feed for your animals, because grain and hay will spread weed seeds.
ΓÇó Dogs threaten wildlife and lessen your chances of seeing wild animals. If you choose to bring a pet, it must be kept on a leash not longer than six feet. Pets are not allowed in Rainbow Bridge National Monument.
ΓÇó RememberΓÇôthis terrain is dry country! Drink plenty of water, keep your body shaded and cool, and wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
