DEPARTMENT OF STATE PARKS AND CULTURAL RESOURCES

DIVISION OF STATE PARKS & HISTORIC SITES

RULES AND REGULATIONS

CHAPTER I

Section 1. Authority.

(a) The Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources is granted the following:

(i) In accordance with W.S. ' 36-4-115, the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources, in consultation with the Wyoming parks and cultural resources commission, shall promulgate and enforce all reasonable rules and regulations necessary to carry out this act (W.S. ' ' 36-4-101 through 36-4-119).

(ii) Rules and regulations promulgated by the department under this act and governing state parks and historic sites shall include the:

(A) Conservation of peace and good order within each park;

(B) Preservation of state property;

(D) Definition of a public nuisance within state parks and historic sites.

(iii) The Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources shall enforce its rules and regulations.

These rules and regulations supersede all such previous regulations.

Section 2. Authority To Enforce.

(a) All duly authorized peace officers as defined in W.S. ' 7-2-101 while within the geographical boundaries of their jurisdiction shall have the authority to enforce all state statutes and these rules and regulations on park lands.

Section 3. Penalty Clause.

(a) These rules are specifically subject to the provisions of W.S. ' 36-4-115 and shall be enforced pursuant to the provisions.

(i) Any person violating W.S. ' ' 36-4-101 through 36-4-123 or these rules is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined not more than seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), imprisoned for not more than six (6) months, or both.

Section 4. Definitions.

(a) Department shall mean the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources; Division of State Parks and Historic Sites.

(b) Administrator shall mean the administrator of the Division of State Parks and Historic Sites or his authorized designees.

(c) Superintendent shall mean any official in charge of a park, recreation area, historic or archeological site, or his authorized designees.

(d) Authorized designee shall mean any superintendent, assistant superintendent or selected employee.

(e) Law enforcement officer shall mean any peace officer, as defined by W.S. ' 7-2-101.

(f) Park land shall mean all state owned or controlled parks, historical sites, archeological sites and recreation areas administered by the department.

(g) Designated beach area shall mean those beaches with a buoyed off swim area.

(h) Firearms and other projectile devices shall mean any firearm, including an air or gas powered pistol or rifle, blow gun, paint ball gun, bow and arrow, or any other implement designed to discharge missiles in the air or under water.

(i) Camping shall mean the temporary lodging for outdoor recreational purposes and presupposes occupancy of a shelter designed for such purpose (i.e., sleeping bag, tent, trailer or other vehicle).

(j) Camping permit shall mean a permit issued by the department authorizing overnight usage of park lands.

(k) A camping unit means a portable structure, shelter or motor vehicle designed and intended for occupancy by persons engaged in RVing or camping. The basic camping units include but are not limited to travel trailers, motorhomes, tents, tepees, yurts and motor vehicles that will be occupied overnight. One additional tent for a family (parents or grandparents and unmarried minor children) is considered part of a single camping unit.

(l) Daily use permit shall mean a permit issued by the department authorizing the use of park lands.

(m) Special use permit shall mean a permit issued by the department for other authorized purposes.

(n) Designated campsite shall mean an established area within a state park or historic site with a state provided picnic table and metal fire ring.

Section 5. Abandoned Property.

(a) Leaving any vehicle as defined in W.S. ' 31-13-101 unattended on any park land for longer than 24 hours without prior permission of the superintendent is prohibited and such vehicle may be removed and disposed of pursuant to W.S. ' ' 31-13-101 through 31-13-116.

(b) In the event unattended property interferes with the safe or orderly management of the area, it may be removed by the superintendent or law enforcement officer at any time, and such property shall be removed and stored at the expense of the owner.

(c) Unless prior written permission has been obtained from the superintendent, personal property left in any park land for longer than 30 days shall be deemed abandoned. Property deemed abandoned may be removed at the owner's expense and disposed of as provided by law.

Section 6. Aircraft And Powerless Flight.

(a) The operation or use of aircraft on lands or waters other than at landing areas designated in special regulations is prohibited. Where water surface is designated as a landing area, the operation or use of aircraft on the water within 500 feet of beach areas, boat docks, piers, ramps, or within one (1) mile of water control structures is prohibited.

(b) The air delivery of any person or thing by parachute, helicopter or other means without a valid special use permit is prohibited, except in extreme emergencies involving the safety of human life or threat of serious property loss.

(c) The provisions of this section shall not be applicable to aircraft engaged in official business of the state or federal government, or used in emergency rescue in accordance with the directions of the superintendent, or forced to land due to circumstances beyond the control of the operator.

(d) The operation of aircraft shall be in accordance with current applicable regulations of the federal aviation administration.

(e) The launching or landing of sailplanes, gliders, parasailing, balloons, body kites, hang gliders and other devices designed to carry persons or objects through the air in powerless flight is prohibited without a written special use permit from the superintendent specifying the conditions under which such launching or landing is to be conducted.

Section 7. Camping.

(a) Camping and the use of trailers or other camping units is permitted on park land unless otherwise designated. Within specified locations, the pitching of tents or parking of trailers or other camping units is permitted only at designated sites or areas.

(b) Camping is permitted for a maximum of 14 days at any one state park or historic site that allows overnight camping during any 30 days unless otherwise posted. The installation of permanent camping facilities is prohibited.

(c) No person shall camp overnight on park land unless such overnight camping shall be by authority of a valid camping permit issued by the department. A member of the camping party must be present with the camping unit until a permit has been obtained.

(d) The digging or leveling of ground at any campsite is prohibited.

(e) Quiet shall be maintained in and around all areas used for camping between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., and all generators and electronic devices or any actions that may disturb the peace as defined in W.S. ' 6-6-102 are prohibited during these hours.

(f) The saving of campsites is prohibited. Camping equipment must be completely removed and the sites cleaned prior to departure.

(g) Where indicated by appropriate signing at the entrance to camping areas or designated site camping areas, permission to enter or occupy such area is reserved to campers between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. No other persons shall have permission to enter or occupy such areas, without a valid camping permit, during this time period unless specifically authorized by the superintendent.

(h) Camping units must be contained within a designated campsite, where established, and only one (1) camping unit is permitted to occupy a designated campsite. In addition to the camping unit no more than two (2) licensed vehicles may occupy the designated campsite if they can fit within the confines of the designated site. Other licensed vehicles include but are not limited to tow vehicles, boat trailers, jet ski trailers, ORV trailers, ORVs and other family member vehicles. Any additional licensed vehicles shall be required to be parked in overflow parking areas where established and not be in vacant camping sites. The maximum capacity at any campsite is ten (10) people, although parents, grandparents and unmarried minor children may exceed this limit.

(i) Camping is prohibited at Bear River, Edness Kimball Wilkins and Hot Springs State Parks except for special activities sponsored by a non-profit organization with written permission issued by the superintendent.

(j) Any vehicle within the boundaries of any park land between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. must display a valid camping permit.

(k) Camping is prohibited on docks, beaches, parking lots and day use areas unless specifically authorized by the superintendent.

(l) All disabled accessible camping sites are reserved for eligible persons as defined in W.S. ' 31-2-213(d)(ii), with vehicles displaying an international symbol of access or special license plate.

(m) No person or group may camp in a campsite reserved for another.

(n) Campsite reservation information will be posted at each campsite at least one day in advance.

(o) Switching of reserved campsites is allowed with permission of the superintendent.

(p) Campsites are intended for recreational use only. Camping units on park lands which are not occupied on a nightly basis are subject to removal as abandoned property.

Section 8. Closures.

(a) The department may establish a reasonable schedule of visiting hours for all or portions of park land; and close to public use all or any portion when necessary for the protection of an area or the safety and welfare of persons or property by the posting of appropriate signs indicating the extent and scope of such closures.

(b) In accordance with W.S. ' 6-6-303, all persons shall observe and abide by officially posted signs designating closed areas and visiting hours.

(d) The superintendent may set a visitor capacity limit for areas within park land. Each visitor capacity limit shall be enforced to protect park visitors and to prevent damage to the natural resources on park lands. Once capacity is reached, no additional visitors shall be admitted.

Section 9. Conduct.

(a) Visitors shall conduct themselves in a lawful, peaceful and orderly manner, and shall abide by these rules and regulations and all state statutes.

(b) The use of park lands and facilities by any person under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances to a degree which renders himself a hazard is prohibited.

(d) The operation or use of any audio or noise-producing devices in such a manner or at such a time so as to unreasonably disturb any person is prohibited.

(e) Possession of any container which contains an alcoholic or malt beverage in excess of two fluid gallons by any person or persons is prohibited unless a special use permit has been obtained in advance.

(f) In addition to any other penalties provided, the person, or persons violating these rules and regulations, may be removed from the park lands pursuant to W.S. ' 6-3-303.

(g) The possession, discharge or use of fireworks of any kind or nature on park lands is prohibited, except special displays which must be approved by the superintendent through application for a special use permit.

(h) Nudity is prohibited on park lands.

Section 10. Domestic Pets And Livestock.

(a) All pets must be in a vehicle or on a leash no longer than ten (10) feet in length and physically controlled at all times.

(b) Pets are prohibited in public eating places and food stores, public buildings, and on designated beach areas. EXCEPTION: This paragraph shall not apply to guide dogs.

(c) Dogs, cats or other pets running at large may be impounded by the superintendent and may be disposed of in accordance to W.S. ' 11-31-301. Any such animal that kills or seriously injures human beings or wildlife may be impounded by the superintendent in the interest of public safety and the protection of wildlife, subject to disposition in accordance with W.S. ' 11-31-301.

(d) On park lands where hunting is permitted, by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission, the lawful use of hunting dogs is allowed provided the area is open to hunting and the dogs' owners or handlers accompany and have control of such dogs and are responsible for the action of such dogs.

(e) Grazing or ranging domestic animals or poultry is prohibited without prior written authorization by the department or appropriate federal land managing agencies.

(f) Pets shall not be left unattended for any time greater than one hour.

(g) Horses are permitted on park lands except within designated areas. Exception: Horses being used in law enforcement activities.

(h) Parcels of park lands may be closed permanently or for a specified period of time to domestic pets in order to protect wildlife or adjacent landowners’ rights.

(i) Persons with pets on lawns, picnic and camping areas will be responsible for proper removal and disposal of the animal=s waste.

Section 11. Fires.

(a) The kindling of fires is permitted only when the fire is confined in a fireplace provided for the use of visitors, or in grills or in locations specified by the superintendent, or in stoves or lanterns using gasoline, propane, butane gas or similar fuels. Fires shall be kindled in such manner so as to prevent injury to trees, shrubs, grasses, or other combustible matter.

(i) Upon approval of the superintendent, fires may be built outside of furnished grills or rings but shall not exceed thirty-six (36) inches in diameter and be of a reasonable size. Burning of any material containing metal (i.e., nails, screws, wire, or bolts) is prohibited.

(b) When no longer needed, the fire shall be completely extinguished. Leaving a fire unattended is prohibited.

(c) The superintendent may prohibit the kindling of fires on park lands when the fire hazard makes such action necessary.

Section 12. Fishing, Hunting And Trapping.

(a) Fishing is permitted on all park lands subject to general fishing regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(b) Any area or portion of an area may be closed to all or any form or method of fishing by official action of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(c) Fishing from within twenty (20) yards of any public boat ramp, boat dock, mooring area or designated beach area is prohibited.

(d) Fishing from motor vehicle road bridges is prohibited unless otherwise designated.

(e) Unless otherwise posted, park lands or portions thereof are open to hunting subject to general hunting regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. While engaged in lawful hunting, the use of firearms or other projectile devices are prohibited within 400 yards of any public use facility or activity area, including picnic areas, campgrounds, private cabin and concession areas, boat ramps, hard surfaced roads, designated trails, and parking lots.

(f) Trapping on park lands is authorized only by regulation of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. Written permission to trap on park lands must be granted by the superintendent, upon approval of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(g) All ice fishing equipment, vehicles, and debris must be removed from the frozen lake surface prior to departure. Ice shelters must have owner identification as required by Game and Fish Commission regulations.

Section 13. Permits.

(a) All persons using any portion of park lands shall obtain the appropriate permits in accordance with W.S. ' 36-4-121 and these rules and regulations.

(b) Camping.

(i) Camping permits are required from January 1 through December 31, inclusive, at the locations specified in W.S. ' 36-4-121(a).

(ii) All camping permits or receipts expire at 10:00 a. m. on the last day of the permit period.

(iii) Any vehicle occupying a camping site between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. shall display a valid camping permit or receipt.

(iv) The camping receipt shall be visible in the lower driver=s side windshield of each vehicle at each campsite or visibly displayed on vehicles without windshields.

(v) All annual camping permits must be permanently affixed to the lower driver=s side of the windshield.

(vi) Any annual camping permit not properly attached to the vehicle it was registered to may be seized and destroyed.

(i) Daily use permits are required from January 1 through December 31, inclusive, at the locations specified in W.S. ' 36-4-121(a).

(ii) The daily use receipt shall be visible in the lower driver=s side windshield of each vehicle or visibly displayed on vehicles without windshields.

(iii) All annual daily use permits must be permanently affixed to the lower driver=s side of the windshield.

(iv) Any annual daily use permit not properly attached to the vehicle it was registered to may be seized and destroyed.

(d) Special Use.

(i) Sporting events, pageants, re-enactments, regattas, entertainment, fishing derbies, public meetings, assemblies, demonstrations, parades or other events, characterized as public spectator attractions or participant activities, are prohibited unless written permission therefore has been given by the superintendent. Such events shall be issued a special use permit only after a finding that the issuance of such permit will not be inconsistent with the purpose for which the area is established and maintained and will cause the minimum possible interference with use of the area by the general public. The permit may contain such reasonable conditions and restrictions as to duration and area occupied as are necessary for the protection of the area and the public use.

(ii) Applications for a special use permit shall be received by the superintendent not later than thirty (30) days prior to the requested special activity and shall set forth the following: the name of the applicant, the date, time, duration, nature and place of the proposed activity, an estimate of the number of persons expected to attend, and a statement of equipment and facilities to be used in connection with the event or attraction.

(iii) The superintendent may prohibit the consumption and/or possession of alcoholic or malt beverages within specified areas of park lands for specific activities and shall display such restrictions.

(A) The superintendent may require applicants to arrange for general liability insurance to cover participants, and the State of Wyoming will be named as an additional insured.

(B) As a condition of the permit issuance, the superintendent may require the filing of a bond with satisfactory surety payable to the state, to cover costs such as restoration, rehabilitation and cleanup of the area used, and other costs resulting from the permitted activity. In lieu of a bond, the applicant may elect to deposit cash equal to the amount of the required bond.

(iv) For lands and facilities designated for reservation use, large groups of ten (10) or more people holding private functions not requiring a special use permit as defined in section 13(d)(i) of these rules must obtain a reservation from appropriate park or site staff. Reservations shall be received by the superintendent a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the activity.

(v) Applicants for a fishing derby are required to obtain prior permission from the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission before approval is granted by the department.

Section 14. Picnicking.

(a) Picnicking is permitted except in those locations designated by the superintendent by the posting of appropriate signs.

Section 15. Preservation of Public Property.

(a) The destruction, injury, defacement, removal or disturbance in any manner of any building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker or other structure, or of any animal or plant matter and direct or indirect products thereof, including but not limited to petrified wood, flower, cane, or fruit, egg, nest, or nesting site, or of any soil, rock or mineral formation, artifact, relic, historic or prehistoric feature, or of any other public property of any kind on park lands is prohibited without prior permission of the superintendent.

(b) The gathering or possession for personal consumption or use of only such fruits and berries as the superintendent may designate is permitted. All such fruits and berries shall be picked only by hand. The gathering or collecting of such objects for the purpose of sale is prohibited.

(c) The use of any mineral or metal detecting device at a state historic or archeological site is prohibited, except for official use. The use of any mineral or metal detecting device at a state park or recreation area is prohibited without written permission of the superintendent.

(d) The destroying, digging, cutting, removing, or possession of any tree, shrub or plant is prohibited. The collection and possession of dead wood found on the ground for use as fuel in campgrounds or picnic areas is permitted except as posted by appropriate signs.

(e) Dead timber which has been identified by department personnel for removal from park land may be cut and removed from the area by the public for personal consumption at home with the written permission of the superintendent. The removal for the purpose of sale is prohibited.

(f) Entering, climbing upon, or tampering with state owned motor vehicles and motorized or power equipment is prohibited.

Section 16. Public Safety.

(a) Unless otherwise provided on park lands, no person shall:

(i) Possess explosives of any kind on park lands.

(ii) Use or display any weapon in a threatening manner.

(iii) Discharge a firearm or other projectile device, or otherwise purposefully or negligently endanger the life of any person or creature within any park lands. The discharge of a firearm or other projectile device while engaged in hunting or fishing as authorized by Wyoming Game and Fish Commission regulations is authorized except within 400 yards of any public use facility or activity area, including picnic areas, campgrounds, private cabin and concession areas, boat ramps, hard surfaced roads, designated trails, and parking lots.

(b) Glass beverage containers are prohibited outside vehicles and all camping units on park lands except on established commercial premises and designated historic sites.

Section 17. Sanitation.

(a) All garbage, papers, cans, bottles, waste materials and rubbish of any kind must be deposited in places or containers designated for the disposal thereof, or removed from the area.

(b) Draining or dumping refuse or wastes, including gray water, from any source, except in places or receptacles provided for such use, is prohibited.

(c) Campground hydrants shall be used only for the gathering of water for personal and domestic use. Bathing, fish cleaning, and washing of dishes, boats or vehicles is prohibited in the area of hydrants.

(d) Polluting or contaminating in any manner any watershed, water supplies or water used for drinking purposes is prohibited. This shall include the dumping of hazardous waste.

(e) Depositing any body waste in or on any portion of any comfort station or other public structure except into fixtures provided for that purpose is prohibited. Placing any bottle, can, cloth, rag, metal, wood or stone substances in any of the plumbing fixtures of such structure or station is prohibited.

(f) Urinating or defecating other than at the places provided therefore is prohibited.

(g) Using government refuse-containers or other refuse facilities for dumping household or commercial garbage or trash brought as such from private property is prohibited.

Section 18. Trail Use.

(a) All designated hardened trails are open to foot traffic. Bicycle and equestrian use is prohibited where designated.

(b) Bicyclists and foot traffic must yield to horseback riders.

(c) Motorized vehicles are prohibited on all trails except for department and emergency vehicles performing maintenance or management functions.

(d) Riding or hitching horses, or other saddle or pack animals in campgrounds or picnic areas or within the immediate vicinity of trail shelters, eating or sleeping establishments or other areas of public gatherings, except where trails and facilities are provided for such use is prohibited.

(e) Riders shall slow their horses to a slow trot or walk when passing persons on foot or bicycle.

(f) Pedestrians on trails shall conduct themselves in such a manner as not to frighten or interfere with horses or pack animals when passing or being passed.

(g) All trail usage shall be in a manner to cause minimal damage to the trail.

Section 19. Solicitation.

(a) Commercial solicitation of any kind is prohibited; provided that this section shall not apply to transactions with authorized concessions.

(b) Display of unauthorized signs or advertising on park lands is prohibited

Section 20. Suspension of Rules.

(a) In emergency situations, the department may provide temporary exceptions to the general rules for specific park lands, by posting notice of such exception at said park lands. Adopted civil defense plans for each area will become effective upon announcement by the superintendent.

Section 21. Vehicles.

(a) No person shall operate a motorized vehicle on any park land except on such roads, beaches, or areas designated for such use. This shall include motorcycles, trail bikes, mopeds, snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and all other off road vehicles (ORVs). This rule shall not apply to employees engaged in the performance of their official duties.

(i) Vehicle operation on any reservoir area below the high water line may be restricted to designated areas and special management zones.

(ii) Vehicle use of any reservoir area below the high water line shall be restricted to entering and leaving the reservoir bottom from a department established access.

(b) Persons driving a vehicle on any road within park lands shall observe the posted speed limit.

(d) In the event an unattended vehicle interferes with the safe or orderly management of the area, it may be ordered to be removed by the superintendent or law enforcement officer at any time, and such vehicle shall be removed and stored at the expense of the owner.

(e) No person shall engage in any motor vehicle speed or acceleration contest, or exhibition driving on any park land without approval of the superintendent.

(f) No person shall operate a motor vehicle on park land in a careless and imprudent manner, or without due regard for the safety of others.

(g) No person shall operate any motor vehicle, except off road vehicles (ORV) as defined in W.S. ' 31-1-101(a)(xv)(K), on park land:

(i) Without displaying valid registration.

(ii) Without being operated by a licensed driver with a license for the class and type and applicable endorsements valid for the motor vehicle being driven.

(iii) No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered shall operate or permit the operation of his motor vehicle without having in full force and effect a motor vehicle liability policy in amounts provided by W. S. ' 31-9-405(b) or a bond in amounts provided by W. S. ' 31-9-102(a)(xi).

(h) No off road vehicle (ORV) as defined in W.S. ' 31-1-101(a)(xv)(K) shall be operated on park land without an ORV decal.

(i) No person shall operate an ORV on park land without a valid driver’s license.

Section 22. Water Sports: Designated Beach Areas.

(a) No lifeguards are provided at designated beach areas. Swimmers swim at their own risk.

(b) No person may build or tend any fires on designated beach areas.

(d) Fishing is not allowed on any designated beach areas.

(e) Persons using designated beach areas shall be attired in acceptable swim wear, so as to prevent any nudity.

(f) Dressing and undressing except in bathhouses, tents, or camper trailers is prohibited.

(g) No dogs, cats or other domestic animals are allowed on designated beach areas.

Section 23. Water Sports: Boating.

(a) Boating is permitted on all waters within park lands, and operation is subject to general boating regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(b) Any area or portion of an area within park land boundaries may be closed by the Game and Fish Commission under W.S. ' 41-13-211 to all or any forms of watercraft by the placing of signs, markers, buoys, or other appropriate devices in widespread and common use for such purposes.

(c) Watercraft shall not be left unattended in or near waters owned or controlled by the State of Wyoming except at designated mooring, anchoring or beaching locations. In boat launching areas, vehicles and trailers must be parked in designated parking areas. Vehicles and trailers left in the boat ramp areas which hinder other users are prohibited and may be removed by the superintendent with all related fees being paid by the owner.

(d) Docks installed adjacent to boat ramps shall be used only for the following purposes: launching and recovery of watercraft, and embarking and disembarking passengers. The mooring of watercraft at such docks for any other reason or for a period of time greater than that reasonable to accomplish the permitted activities is prohibited.

(e) The towing of persons on waterskis, surfboards, and similar devices by vessels is permitted except on those portions of water surface restricted by buoy markers or signs, provided such activity is conducted in accordance with boating regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(f) Boat races or regattas may be permitted in park lands with the written permission of the Superintendent and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Application for approval of any event must be submitted to the superintendent at least thirty (30) days prior to the event. An application must also be submitted to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department Watercraft Section at least thirty (30) days prior to the event.

Section 24. Special Regulations.

(a) Curt Gowdy State Park.

(i) No swimming is allowed in the reservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park. No waterskiing is allowed in Crystal or North Crow reservoirs.

(ii) No vehicles or debris of any type shall be permitted upon any ice surface of the reservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park.

(iii) Use of Hynds Lodge must be by reservation only. Users will be responsible for compliance with the terms and conditions regarding use of the facility as provided in W.S. 36-4-121.

(iv) Use of the amphitheater area must be by reservation or where appropriate a special use permit as permitted in Section 13(d) of these State Park Rules and Regulations.

(A) Alcoholic beverages or malt beverages as defined by Wyoming State Statutes, kegs or containers, which the contents may be poured, are prohibited in the amphitheater and Hynds Lodge area except by specific permission granted in writing in a special use permit.

(v) Pets are prohibited in the reservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park.

(b) Hot Springs State Park.

(i) Bicycles are prohibited on sidewalks and are further restricted to roadways and parking lots in accordance with W.S. ' 31-5-701 through 31-5-706.

(ii) In accordance to Section 7(i), overnight occupancy within a motor home, camping trailer, pick-up camper, or other overnight vehicle type is prohibited within park boundaries including leased areas.

(iii) Quiet hours shall be maintained in those portions of the park east of U.S. Hwy. 20 and the railroad tracks between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. This rule specifically applies, without limitation, to cars or automobiles or motorcycles which are unusually noisy, to automobile audio devices, or to portable audio devices being used by park visitors. The foregoing prohibition against unusually loud noises specifically applies to the racing or rapid acceleration of motor vehicle engines in such a manner as to cause the vehicle to emit a noise louder than normal acceleration.

(iv) Liquor/alcohol permits are required at Hot Springs State Park. It is unlawful for any person to consume any alcoholic or malt beverage or to be in possession of any type of alcoholic or malt beverage in an open container of any type, upon any state park land, public street, sidewalk, alley or public vehicle parking area, whether public or privately owned or leased, unless specifically permitted by the department.

(A) A liquor/alcohol permit shall be acquired from the park headquarters or from a park ranger prior to the consumption of the liquor or malt beverage. The permit shall be acquired at least 24 hours in advance of the event and during regular working hours.

(B) Open containers are prohibited within fifty (50) feet of Buffalo, Tepee, or Park Streets.

(C) All persons consuming alcoholic or malt beverages shall abide by all applicable Wyoming Statutes and Thermopolis Town ordinances pertaining to the consumption of alcohol.

(v) Liquor/alcohol permits are required for the consumption of alcohol or malt beverages on those areas of Hot Springs State Park that are leased to other governing agencies i.e., Hot Springs County, Hot Springs School District, the Recreation Board, etc. Alcohol permits for these areas shall be obtained prior to the event from the governing body responsible for the management of these specific areas.

(vi) Diving into the Bighorn River from any structure or embankment is prohibited within park boundaries.

(vii) Pets that have been impounded will be turned over to the authorized impound used by the City of Thermopolis.

(viii) No person may remove mineral water from within park boundaries, in excess of six gallons, without written permission from the park superintendent, or by prior written agreement with the department.

(ix) No person shall use a skateboard or any wheeled coaster device on any roadway within the park unless the roadway has been closed by park personnel for an approved event. Skateboards are prohibited on any sidewalks within the park boundaries.

(x) The designation of school zones covers only those days when school is in session, and such hours as children are in route to and from school. Every driver of a motor vehicle shall exercise extreme care in approaching and driving through such areas. At those intersections adjacent to schools where stop signs are maintained at various hours of the day, it shall be the duty of every driver of a motor vehicle to stop and permit any child to cross, when such child or children are waiting at the curb or within five (5) feet thereof. (As per city Ordinance 376, 12/21/51, 92.)

(xi) Article V. of the Thermopolis City Ordinance pertaining to emergency snow route markings and restrictions shall be in effect where roadways are signed and/or advertised per city ordinances.

(xii) Swimming and/or wading in any of the cooling ponds or canals used for mineral water from the Big Horn Spring is prohibited.

(i) Pets are prohibited in designated areas.

(ii) The use of dogs for dog training shall be restricted to areas designated by the superintendent.

(iii) Motorized watercraft are prohibited on ponds.

(iv) Ponds are closed to fishing, minnow seining and minnow trapping.

(d) Sinks Canyon State Park.

(i) Nature trail is open to foot traffic use only.

(ii) Snowmobiles are prohibited from operating on park grounds.

(e) Bear River State Park.

(i) Possession and/or consumption of alcohol.

(A) It shall be unlawful to consume or to possess alcoholic or malt beverages in an open container while operating a motor vehicle.

(B) It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to carry in an open container any alcoholic or malt beverage, except in areas designated on a properly obtained 24 hour state park permit. Permits are available from park headquarters/travel information center, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. only.

(C) For the purpose of this section, an Aopen container@ is any glass, cup, bottle, can or other receptacle used for drinking which is not sealed or capped.

(ii) The use of snowmobiles is prohibited within Bear River State Park except by park staff on official duties, city grooming crews, or by permission of the superintendent.

(iii) The use of skateboards and roller skates are prohibited within 50 feet of any building or structure. Destructive uses of these devices such as ramping or jumping onto any facility or structure is also prohibited.

(iv) The use of game calls, including but not limited to bugles or scent attractants shall be prohibited.

(v) Harassment of wildlife shall be prohibited.

(vi) Tractor trailers shall be prohibited in the park unless authorized by the superintendent.

(f) Guernsey State Park.

(i) Motorized boats or personal watercraft shall be launched only from specified boat ramps.

(g) Ft. Bridger State Historic Site.

(i) Camping is prohibited.

(ii) It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to carry in an open container any alcoholic or malt beverage, except in areas designated on a properly obtained 24 hour state park permit.

(iii) All paths are open to foot traffic only. All vehicles must remain on established roads and/or parking area, except maintenance vehicles.

Section 25. Savings Clause.

(a) If any provision of this rule or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid or in conflict with any other provision of this rule, the invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of this rule which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application and to this end the provisions of this rule are severable.

DEPARTMENT OF STATE PARKS AND CULTURAL RESOURCES

DIVISION OF STATE PARKS & HISTORIC SITES

RULES AND REGULATIONS

CHAPTER I

Section 1. Authority.

(a) The Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources is granted the following:

(ii) Rules and regulations promulgated by the Department under this act and governing state parks and historic sites shall include the:

(A) Conservation of peace and good order within each park;

(B) Preservation of state property;

(D) Definition of a public nuisance within state parks and historic sites.

(iii) The Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources shall enforce its rules and regulations.

These rules and regulations supersede all such previous regulations.

Section 2. Authority To Enforce.

Section 3. Penalty Clause.

(a) These rules are specifically subject to the provisions of W.S. ' 36-4-115 and shall be enforced pursuant to the provisions.

Section 4. Definitions.

(a) Department shall mean the Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources; Division of State Parks and Historic Sites.

(b) ~~Director~~ Administrator shall mean the ~~Director~~ administrator of the Division of State Parks and Historic Sites or his authorized designees.

(c) Superintendent shall mean any official in charge of a park, recreation area, historic or archeological site, or his authorized designees.

(d) Authorized Ddesignee shall mean any Ssuperintendent, Aassistant Ssuperintendent or ~~full time~~ selected employee.

(e) Law Eenforcement Oofficer shall mean any peace officer, as defined by W.S. ' 7-2-101.

(f) Park Lland shall mean all state owned or controlled parks, historical sites, archeological sites and recreation areas administered by the Ddepartment.

(g) Designated beach area shall mean those beaches with a buoyed off swim area.

(i) Camping shall mean the temporary lodging ~~out-of-doors~~ for outdoor recreational purposes and presupposes occupancy of a shelter designed for such purpose (i.e., sleeping bag, tent, trailer or other vehicle).

(j) Camping Ppermit shall mean a permit issued by the Ddepartment authorizing overnight usage of park lands.

(k) A Ccamping Uunit means a ~~powered vehicle with a pull type camper, a motor home, a camping bus~~, ~~a tent, or any other device used for sleeping,~~ portable structure, shelter or motor vehicle designed and intended for occupancy by persons engaged in RVing or camping. The basic camping units include but are not limited to travel trailers, motorhomes, tents, tepees, yurts and motor vehicles that will be occupied overnight. One Aadditional tents for a family (parents or grandparents and unmarried minor children) ~~are~~ is considered part of a single camping unit.

(l) Daily Uuse Ppermit shall mean a permit issued by the Ddepartment authorizing the use of park lands.

(m) Special Uuse Ppermit shall mean a permit issued by the Ddepartment for other authorized purposes.

(n) Designated campsite shall mean an established area within a state park or historic site with a state provided picnic table and metal fire ring.

Section 5. Abandoned Property.

(a) Leaving any vehicle ~~or other personal property~~ as defined in W.S. ' 31-13-101 unattended on any park land for longer than 24 hours without prior permission of the Ssuperintendent is prohibited and such vehicle ~~or other personal property shall~~ may be ~~impounded~~ removed and disposed of pursuant to W.S. ' ' 31-13-101 through 31-13-116.

(b) In the event unattended property interferes with the safe or orderly management of the area, it may be ~~ordered to be~~ removed by the Ssuperintendent or Llaw Eenforcement Oofficer at any time, and such property shall be removed and stored at the expense of the owner.

Section 6. Aircraft And Powerless Flight.

(b) The air delivery of any person or thing by parachute, helicopter or other means without a valid Sspecial Uuse Ppermit is prohibited, except in extreme emergencies involving the safety of human life or threat of serious property loss.

(c) The provisions of this section shall not be applicable to aircraft engaged in official business of the Sstate or Ffederal Ggovernment, or used in emergency rescue in accordance with the directions of the Ssuperintendent, or forced to land due to circumstances beyond the control of the operator.

(d) The operation of aircraft shall be in accordance with current applicable regulations of the Ffederal Aaviation Aadministration.

(e) The launching or landing of sailplanes, gliders, parasailing, balloons, body kites, hang gliders and other devices designed to carry persons or objects through the air in powerless flight is prohibited without a written special use permit from the Ssuperintendent specifying the conditions under which such launching or landing is to be conducted.

Section 7. Camping.

(a) Camping and the use of trailers or other camping units is permitted on park land unless otherwise designated. Within ~~designated~~ specified locations, the pitching of tents or parking of trailers or other camping units is permitted only at designated sites or areas.

(b) Camping is permitted for a maximum of 14 ~~consecutive~~ days on at any one state park or historic site ~~land~~ that allows overnight camping during any 30-days ~~period~~ unless otherwise posted. The installation of permanent camping facilities is prohibited.

(c) No person shall camp overnight on park land unless such overnight camping shall be by authority of a valid camping permit issued by the Ddepartment. A member of the camping party must be present with the camping unit until a permit has been obtained. ~~A valid camping permit shall be attached to the lower driver~~=~~s side of the windshield of each vehicle at each campsite or visibly displayed on vehicles without windshields in accordance with W.S.~~ ' ~~36-4-121.~~

(d) The digging or leveling of ground at any campsite is prohibited.

(f) The saving of campsites is prohibited. Camping equipment must be completely removed and the sites cleaned prior to departure.

(g) Where indicated by appropriate signing at the entrance to ~~dispersed~~ camping areas or designated site camping areas, permission to enter or occupy such area is reserved to campers between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. No other persons shall have permission to enter or occupy such areas, without a valid camping permit, during this time period unless specifically authorized by the Ssuperintendent.

(h) ~~Camper~~ Camping units must be contained within a designated campsite, where established, and only one (1) camping unit is permitted to occupy a designated campsite. In addition to the camping unit no more than two (2) licensed vehicles may occupy the designated campsite if they can fit within the confines of the designated site. Other licensed vehicles include but are not limited to tow vehicles, boat trailers, jet ski trailers, ORV trailers, ORVs and other family member vehicles. Any additional licensed vehicles shall be required to be parked in overflow parking areas where established and not be in vacant camping sites. The maximum capacity at any campsite is ten (10) people, although parents, grandparents and unmarried minor children may exceed this limit.

(j) Any vehicle within the boundaries of any park land between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. must display a valid camping permit.

(k) Camping is prohibited on docks, beaches, parking lots and day use ~~facilities or~~ areas unless specifically authorized by the Ssuperintendent.

(l) All ~~handicapped~~ disabled accessible camping sites are reserved for eligible persons as defined in W.S. '31-2-213(d)(ii), with vehicles displaying an international symbol of access or special license plate.

(m) No person or group may camp in a campsite reserved for another.

(n) Campsite reservation information will be posted at each campsite at least one day in advance.

(o) Switching of reserved campsites is allowed with permission of the Ssuperintendent.

(p) Campsites are intended for recreational use only. Camping units on park lands which are not occupied on a nightly basis are subject to removal as abandoned property.

Section 8. Closures.

(a) The Ddepartment may establish a reasonable schedule of visiting hours for all or portions of park land; and close to public use all or any portion when necessary for the protection of an area or the safety and welfare of persons or property by the posting of appropriate signs indicating the extent and scope of such closures.

(b) In accordance with W.S. ' 6-6-303, all persons shall observe and abide by officially posted signs designating closed areas and visiting hours.

Section 9. Conduct.

(a) Visitors ~~to park~~ shall conduct themselves in a lawful, peaceful and orderly manner, and shall abide by these rules and regulations and all state statutes.

(b) The use of Ppark lands and facilities by any person under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances ~~as defined by W.S.~~ ' ~~31-5-612~~ to a degree which renders himself a hazard is prohibited.

(c) Failure to comply with a lawful order issued by a Ddepartment employee acting pursuant to these rules ~~shall be~~ ~~considered as interference with that employee while engaged in the performance of their official duties~~ is prohibited.

(d) The operation or use of any audio or noise-producing devices in such a manner or at such a time so as to unreasonably disturb any person is prohibited.

(f) In addition to any other penalties provided, the person, or persons violating these rules and regulations, may be removed from the park lands pursuant to W.S. ' 6-3-303.

(h) Nudity is prohibited on park lands.

Section 10. Domestic Pets And Livestock.

(a) All pets must be in a vehicle or on a leash no longer than ten (10) feet in length and physically controlled at all times.

(b) Pets are prohibited in public eating places and food stores, public buildings, and on designated beach areas. EXCEPTION: This paragraph shall not apply to guide dogs.

(c) Dogs, cats or other pets running at large may be impounded by the Ssuperintendent and may be disposed of in accordance to W.S. ' 11-31-301. Any such animal that kills or seriously injures human beings or wildlife may be impounded by the Ssuperintendent in the interest of public safety and the protection of wildlife, subject to disposition ~~after a reasonable public notice and hearing~~ in accordance with W.S. ' 11-31-301. ~~Animals running at large may be disposed of by a peace officer in accordance to W.S.~~ ' ~~11-31-301 (d).~~

(e) Grazing or ranging domestic animals or poultry is prohibited without prior written authorization by the Ddepartment or appropriate federal land managing agencies.

(f) Pets shall not be left unattended for any time greater than one hour.

(g) Horses are permitted on Ppark Llands except within designated areas. Exception: Horses being used in law enforcement activities.

(h) Parcels of ~~department~~ park Llands may be closed permanently or for a specified period of time to domestic pets in order to protect wildlife or adjacent landowners’ rights.

(i) Persons with pets on lawns, picnic and camping areas will be responsible for proper removal and disposal of the animal=s waste.

Section 11. Fires.

(a) The kindling of fires is permitted only when the fire is confined in a fireplace provided for the use of visitors, or in grills or in locations specified by the Ssuperintendent, or in stoves or lanterns using gasoline, propane, butane gas or similar fuels. Fires shall be kindled in such manner so as to prevent injury to trees, shrubs, grasses, or other combustible matter.

(i) Upon approval of the Ssuperintendent, fires may be built outside of furnished grills or rings but shall not exceed thirty-six (36) inches in diameter and be of a reasonable size. Burning of any material containing metal (i.e., nails, screws, wire, or bolts) is prohibited.

(b) When no longer needed, the fire shall be completely extinguished. Leaving a fire unattended is prohibited.

(c) The Ssuperintendent may prohibit the kindling of fires on park lands when the fire hazard makes such action necessary.

(d) The discharge or use of fireworks of any kind or nature on park lands is prohibited, except special displays which must be approved by the superintendent through application for a special use permit.

Section 12. Fishing, Hunting And Trapping.

(a) Fishing is permitted on all park lands subject to general fishing regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(b) Any area or portion of an area may be closed to all or any form or method of fishing by official action of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(c) Fishing from within 20 yards of any public boat ramp, boat dock, mooring area or designated beach area is prohibited.

(d) Fishing from motor vehicle road bridges is prohibited unless otherwise designated.

(e) Unless other wise posted, Ppark lands or portions thereof are open to hunting ~~unless otherwise posted~~ subject to general hunting regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. ~~Unless otherwise posted,~~ While engaged in lawful hunting, the use of firearms or other projectile devices are prohibited within 400 yards of any public use facility or activity area, including picnic areas, campgrounds, private cabin and concession areas, boat ramps, hard surfaced roads, designated trails, and parking lots.

~~(f) The use of firearms or other projectile devices is prohibited on all state historic sites.~~

~~(g)~~ ~~Firearms or other projectile devices may be used by the public in designated areas or for exhibitions authorized by the Superintendent.~~

~~(h)~~ (f) Trapping on park lands is authorized only by regulation of the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission. Written permission to trap on park lands must be granted by the Ssuperintendent, upon approval of the Game and Fish Commission.

~~(i)~~ (g) All ice fishing equipment, vehicles, and debris must be removed from the frozen lake surface prior to departure. Ice shelters must have owner identification as required by Game and Fish Commission regulations.

Section 13. Permits.

(a) All persons using any portion of ~~a state park, historic site, or archaeological site~~ park lands shall obtain the appropriate permits in accordance with W.S. ' 36-4-121 and these rules and regulations.

(b) Camping.

(i) Camping permits are required from January 1 through December 31, inclusive, at the locations specified in W.S. ' 36-4-121(a).

(ii) All camping permits or receipts expire at 10:00 a. m. on the last day of the permit period.

(iii) Any vehicle occupying a camping site between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. shall display a valid camping permit or receipt.

(iv) The camping receipt shall be visible in the lower driver=s side windshield of each vehicle at each campsite or visibly displayed on vehicles without windshields ~~in accordance with W.S.~~ ' ~~36-4-121~~.

(v) All annual camping permits must be permanently affixed to the lower driver=s side of the windshield.

(vi) Any annual camping permit not properly attached to the vehicle it was registered to may be seized and destroyed.

(i) Daily Uuse permits are required from January 1 through December 31, inclusive, at the locations specified in W.S. ' 36-4-121(a).

(ii) The daily use receipt shall be visible in the lower driver=s side windshield of each vehicle or visibly displayed on vehicles without windshields ~~in accordance with W.S.~~ ' ~~36-4-121~~.

(iii) All annual daily use permits must be permanently affixed to the lower driver=s side of the windshield.

(iv) Any annual daily use permit not properly attached to the vehicle it was registered to may be seized and destroyed.

(d) Special Use.

(i) Sporting events, pageants, re-enactments, regattas, entertainment, fishing derbies, public meetings, assemblies, demonstrations, parades or other events, characterized as public spectator attractions or participant activities, are prohibited unless written permission therefore has been given by the Ssuperintendent. Such events shall be issued a special use permit only after a finding that the issuance of such permit will not be inconsistent with the purpose for which the area is established and maintained and will cause the minimum possible interference with use of the area by the general public. The permit may contain such reasonable conditions and restrictions as to duration and area occupied as are necessary for the protection of the area and the public use.

(ii) Applications for a Sspecial Uuse Ppermit shall be received by the Ssuperintendent not later than thirty (30) days prior to the requested special activity and shall set forth the following: the name of the applicant, the date, time, duration, nature and place of the proposed activity, an estimate of the number of persons expected to attend, and a statement of equipment and facilities to be used in connection with the event or attraction.

(iii) The Ssuperintendent may prohibit the consumption and/or possession of alcoholic or malt beverages within specified areas of ~~state parks~~ park lands for specific activities and shall display such restrictions.

(A) The Ssuperintendent may require applicants to arrange for general liability insurance to cover participants, and the State of Wyoming will be named as an additional insured.

(B) As a condition of the permit issuance, the Ssuperintendent may require the filing of a bond with satisfactory surety payable to the Sstate, to cover costs such as restoration, rehabilitation and cleanup of the area used, and other costs resulting from the permitted activity. In lieu of a bond, the applicant may elect to deposit cash equal to the amount of the required bond.

(iv) For lands and facilities designated for reservation use, large groups of ten or more people holding private functions not requiring a Sspecial Uuse Ppermit as defined in Ssection 13(d)(i) of these rules must obtain a reservation from appropriate park or site staff. Reservations shall be received by the Ssuperintendent a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the activity.

(v) Applicants for a fishing derby are required to obtain prior permission from the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission before approval is granted by the Department.

Section 14. Picnicking.

(a) Picnicking is permitted except in those locations designated by the Ssuperintendent by the posting of appropriate signs.

Section 15. Preservation of Public Property.

(b) The gathering or possession for personal consumption or use of only such fruits and berries as the Ssuperintendent may designate is permitted. All such fruits and berries shall be picked only by hand. The gathering or collecting of such objects for the purpose of sale is prohibited.

(e) Dead timber which has been identified by Ddepartment personnel for removal from park land may be cut and removed from the area by the public for personal consumption at home with the written permission of the Ssuperintendent. The removal for the purpose of sale is prohibited.

(f) Entering, climbing upon, or tampering with state owned motor vehicles and motorized or power equipment is prohibited.

Section 16. Public Safety.

(a) Unless otherwise provided on park lands, no person shall:

(i) Possess explosives of any kind on park lands.

(ii) Use or display any weapon in a threatening manner.

(iii) Discharge a firearm or other projectile device ~~except while engaged in hunting or fishing as authorized by Wyoming Game and Fish Commission regulations~~, or otherwise purposefully or negligently endanger the life of any person or creature within any park lands. The discharge of a firearm or other projectile device while engaged in hunting or fishing as authorized by Wyoming Game and Fish Commission regulations is authorized except within 400 yards of any public use facility or activity area, including picnic areas, campgrounds, private cabin and concession areas, boat ramps, hard surfaced roads, designated trails, and parking lots.

(iv) Use any firearms or other projectile device within 400 yards of any public use facility or activity area, including picnic areas, campgrounds, private cabin and concession areas, boat ramps, hard surfaced roads, designated trails, and parking lots.

~~(v) Use any firearms or other projectile device within any state historic sites.~~

~~(b) Firearms and other projectile devices may be used by the public in designated areas or for exhibitions authorized by the Superintendent.~~

~~(c)~~ (b) Glass beverage containers are prohibited outside vehicles and all camping units on park lands except on established commercial premises and designated historic sites.

Section 17. Sanitation.

(a) All garbage, papers, cans, bottles, waste materials and rubbish of any kind must be deposited in places or containers designated for the disposal thereof, or removed from the area.

(b) Draining or dumping refuse or wastes, including gray water, from any source, except in places or receptacles provided for such use, is prohibited.

(d) Polluting or contaminating in any manner any watershed, water supplies or water used for drinking purposes is prohibited. This shall include the dumping of hazardous waste.

(f) Urinating or defecating other than at the places provided therefore is prohibited.

(g) Using Ggovernment refuse-containers or other refuse facilities for dumping household or commercial garbage or trash brought as such from private property is prohibited.

(h) ~~Glass containers are prohibited in designated areas~~.

Section 18. Trail Use.

(a) All designated hardened trails are open to foot traffic. Bicycle and equestrian use is prohibited where designated.

(b) Bicyclists and ~~horseback riders~~ foot traffic~~, where permitted,~~ must yield to ~~foot traffic~~ horseback riders .

(c) Motorized vehicles are prohibited on all trails except for Ddepartment and emergency vehicles performing maintenance or management functions.

(e) Riders shall slow their horses to a slow trot or walk when passing persons on foot or bicycle.

(f) Pedestrians on trails shall conduct themselves in such a manner as not to frighten or interfere with horses or pack animals when passing or being passed.

(g) All trail usage shall be in a manner to cause minimal damage to the trail.

Section 19. Solicitation.

(a) Commercial solicitation of any kind is prohibited; provided that this section shall not apply to transactions with authorized concessions.

(b) Display of unauthorized signs or advertising on park lands is prohibited

Section 20. Suspension of Rules.

(a) In emergency situations, the Ddepartment may provide temporary exceptions to the general rules for specific park lands, by posting notice of such exception at said park lands. Adopted Ccivil Ddefense Pplans for each area will become effective upon announcement by the Ssuperintendent.

Section 21. Vehicles.

(a) No person shall operate a motorized vehicle on any park land except on such roads, beaches, ~~trails~~ or areas designated for such use. This shall include motorcycles, trail bikes, mopeds, snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and all other off road vehicles (ORVs). This rule shall not apply to employees engaged in the performance of their official duties.

(i) Vehicle operation on any reservoir area below the high water line may be restricted to designated areas and special management zones.

(ii) Vehicle use of any reservoir area below the high water line shall be restricted to entering and leaving the reservoir bottom from a Ddepartment established access.

(b) Persons driving a vehicle on any road within park lands shall observe the posted speed limit.

(d) In the event an unattended vehicle interferes with the safe or orderly management of the area, it may be ordered to be removed by the Ssuperintendent or Llaw Eenforcement Oofficer at any time, and such vehicle shall be removed and stored at the expense of the owner.

(e) No person shall engage in any motor vehicle speed or acceleration contest, or exhibition driving on any park land without approval of the superintendent.

(f) No person shall operate a motor vehicle on park land in a careless and imprudent manner, or without due regard for the safety of others.

(g) No person shall operate any motor vehicle, except Ooff Rroad Vvehicles (ORV) as defined in W.S. ' 31-101-101(a)(xv)(K), on park land:

(i) Without displaying valid registration

(ii) Without being operated by a licensed driver with a license for the class and type and applicable endorsements valid for the motor vehicle being driven

(h) No ~~Type I~~ Ooff Rroad Vvehicle (ORV) ~~not titled and registered as a motorcycle nor any Type II and Type III ORVs~~ as defined in W.S. ' 31-1-101(a)(xv)(K) shall be operated on park land without an ORV decal.

(i) No person shall operate an ORV on ~~public roadways~~ park land without a valid driver’s license.

~~(j) No person shall operate or permit the operation of an ORV on specified trails and open areas:~~

~~(i) Unless the operator is at least sixteen (16) years of age for adult sized ORVs (engine displacement of over 90cc).~~

~~(ii) Unless the operator is at least twelve (12) years of age for youth sized ORVs (engine displacement of 90cc or less).~~

~~(k) No person who is under the age of sixteen (16) shall operate an ORV on specified trails and open areas unless under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.~~

Section 22. Water Sports: Designated Beach Areas.

(a) No lifeguards are provided at designated beach areas. Swimmers swim at their own risk.

(b) No person may build or tend any fires on designated beach areas.

(d) Fishing is not allowed on any designated beach areas.

(e) Persons using designated beach areas shall be attired in acceptable swim wear, so as to prevent any nudity. ~~indecent or lewd exposure of the person,~~ ~~as defined by W.S.~~ ' ~~6-4-201~~.

(f) Dressing and undressing except in bathhouses, tents, or camper trailers is prohibited.

(g) No dogs, cats or other domestic animals are allowed on designated beach areas.

Section 23. Water Sports: Boating.

(a) Boating is permitted on all waters within park lands, and operation is subject to general boating regulations prescribed by the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission.

(c) Watercraft shall not be left unattended in or near waters owned or controlled by the State of Wyoming except at designated mooring, anchoring or beaching locations. In boat launching areas, vehicles and trailers must be parked in designated parking areas. Vehicles and trailers left in the boat ramp areas which hinder other users are prohibited and may be ~~towed~~ removed by ~~order of~~ the Ssuperintendent with all related fees being paid by the owner.

(d) Docks installed adjacent to boat ramps shall be used only for the following purposes: Llaunching and recovery of watercraft, and embarking and disembarking passengers. The mooring of watercraft at such docks for any other reason or for a period of time greater than that reasonable to accomplish the permitted activities is prohibited.

(f) Boat races or regattas may be permitted in park lands with the written permission of the Superintendent and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Application for approval of any event must be submitted to the Ssuperintendent at least thirty (30) days prior to the event. An application must also be submitted to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department Watercraft Section at least thirty (30) days prior to the event.

Section 24. Special Regulations.

(a) Curt Gowdy State Park

(i) No swimming ~~or waterskiing~~ is allowed in ~~Crystal~~ the Rreservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park. No waterskiing is allowed in Crystal or North Crow reservoirs.

(ii) No vehicles or debris of any type shall be permitted upon any ice surface of the reservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park.

(iii) Use of Hynds Lodge must be by reservation only. Users will be responsible for compliance with the terms and conditions regarding use of the facility as provided in W.S. 36-4-121.

(iv) Use of the Aamphitheater Aarea must be by reservation or where appropriate a Sspecial Uuse Ppermit as permitted in Section 13 (d) of these State Park Rules and Regulations.

(A) Alcoholic beverages or malt beverages as defined by Wyoming State Statutes, kegs or containers, which the contents may be poured, are prohibited in the Aamphitheater and Hynds Lodge Aarea except by specific permission granted in writing in a special use permit.

(v) Pets are prohibited in the reservoirs at Curt Gowdy State Park.

(b) Hot Springs State Park

(i) Bicycles are prohibited on sidewalks and are further restricted to roadways and parking lots in accordance with W.S. ' 31-5-701 through 31-5-706.

(B) Open containers are prohibited within fifty (50) feet of Buffalo, Tepee, or Park Streets.

(C) All persons consuming alcoholic or malt beverages shall abide by all applicable Wyoming Statutes and Thermopolis Town ordinances pertaining to the consumption of alcohol.

(vi) Diving into the Bighorn River from any structure or embankment is prohibited within park boundaries.

(vii) Pets that have been impounded will be turned over to the authorized impound used by the city of Thermopolis~~, or held a minimum of ten (10) days before final disposition, with disposition at the end of this period if the animal is unclaimed~~.

(xi) Article V. of the Thermopolis City Ordinance pertaining to emergency snow route markings and restrictions shall be in effect where roadways are signed and/or advertised per city ordinances.

(xii) Swimming and/or wading in any of the cooling ponds or canals used for mineral water from the Big Horn Spring is prohibited.

(i) Pets are prohibited in designated areas.

(ii) The use of dogs for dog training shall be restricted to areas designated by the Ssuperintendent.

(iii) Motorized watercraft are prohibited on ponds.

(iv) Ponds are closed to fishing, minnow seining and minnow trapping.

(d) Sinks Canyon State Park

(i) Nature trail is open to foot traffic use only.

(ii) Snowmobiles are prohibited from operating on park grounds.

(e) Bear River State Park.

(i) Possession and/or consumption of alcohol.

(A) It shall be unlawful to consume or to possess alcoholic or malt beverages in an open container while operating a motor vehicle.

(B) It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to carry in an open container any alcoholic or malt beverage, except in areas designated on a properly obtained 24 hour state park permit. Permits are available from Ppark Hheadquarters/Ttravel Iinformation Ccenter, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. only.

(C) For the purpose of this section, an Aopen container@ is any glass, cup, bottle, can or other receptacle used for drinking which is not sealed or capped.

(ii) The use of snowmobiles is prohibited within Bear River State Park except by park staff on official duties, city grooming crews, or by permission of the Ssuperintendent.

(iv) The use of game calls, including but not limited to bugles or scent attractants shall be prohibited.

(w) Harassment of wildlife shall be prohibited.

(vi) Tractor trailers shall be prohibited in the park unless authorized by the superintendent.

(f) Guernsey State Park

(i) Motorized boats or personal watercraft shall be launched only from specified boat ramps.

(h) Ft. Bridger State Historic Site

(i) Camping is prohibited.

(ii) It shall be unlawful for any person to consume or to carry in an open container any alcoholic or malt beverage, except in areas designated on a properly obtained 24 hour state park permit.

(iii) All paths are open to foot traffic only. All vehicles must remain on established roads and/or parking area, except maintenance vehicles.

Section 25. Savings Clause.