Off-Road Etiquette
If you decide to attempt the road to Crystal City or Lead King Basin, please keep in mind the following rules of off-road etiquette.
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Right-of-way. Please yield the right-of-way to non-motorized travelers (hikers, horses, bicyclists) and to vehicles going uphill.
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Leave no trace. Pack it in, pack it out. If you see trash on the trail, pick it up.
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Do not go off the trail and do not widen the trail. Millions of acres that once were available to off-roaders are now closed because of improper use. Every time someone misuses a trail it puts everyone that much closer to losing more ground. Please respect the area you are in and try to enhance the image of off-roaders, not erode it.
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When you really have to go, bring a shovel. Solid waste should be buried at least 6 inches deep and 100 yards from any campsite and/or water. There is a public outhouse in Crystal City behind the store.
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Air down your tires. This improves traction and helps prevent punctures (20-25 psi recommended).
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Don’t harass the wildlife. And don’t let your pet do it either. Keep them under control. By law all pets must be leashed while in the White River National Forest areas.
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Do not speed. Excessive speed, and the noise and dust that go with it, is no one's friend off-road. Our drivers average 2.5 mph on the trail and rarely spin a wheel. If you do not have four-wheel drive, you probably should not attempt this road. If you want to ride motocross or race off-road, find a track.
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Be prepared. Water, food, spare tire and jack come to mind. Sensible footwear and dressing in layers helps as well.
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Read this web page: Tread Lightly responsible recreation.