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Leave No Trace in Butte County
Old Chico Canyon Rd
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Exploring outdoors is one of the best ways to explore Butte County in Northern California - and we want to ensure that everyone has a great time during their visit. By following the 7 Leave No Trace Principles, you can enjoy the outdoors while minimizing your impact on the environment as you enjoy hiking in California.
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Know your route before you leave for the best experience.
326 Huss Ln
Chico, CA
Monday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Poor planning often results in miserable visitors and damage to natural and cultural resources.
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Concentrating travel on trails reduces the likelihood that multiple routes will develop and scar the landscape.
2488 Cherokee Rd
Oroville, CA
Travelers who must venture off-trail should spread out to avoid creating paths that encourage others to follow. Avoid walking on vegetation whenever possible.
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"Pack it in, Pack it out." Any user of recreation lands has a responsibility to clean up before they leave.
Chico, California, United States
Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled foods. Pack out all trash and garbage.
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Avoid damaging live trees and plants. Leave flowers and other natural objects where they are so others can enjoy them, too.
2488 Cherokee Rd
Oroville, CA
Allow others a sense of discovery by leaving rocks, plants, archaeological artifacts and other objects of interest as you find them. Minimize site alterations and avoid damaging live trees and plants.
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The development of lightweight efficient camp stoves has encouraged a shift away from the traditional fire for cooking.
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If building a fire, remember that a true Leave No Trace fire shows no evidence of having been constructed.
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Learn about wildlife through quiet observation. Observe wildlife from a distance so they are not scared or forced to flee.
2488 Cherokee Rd
Oroville, CA
Do not disturb wildlife or plants just for a “better look.” Do not touch, get close to, feed, or pick up wild animals.
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Consider how your experience is affecting the way someone else enjoys the outdoors.
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Excessive noise, uncontrolled pets and damaged surroundings take away from the natural appeal of the outdoors.
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Swipe up and tap "More Details" to learn more at the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics
Old Chico Canyon Rd
Chico, CA
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
As you explore, you should strive to "take only pictures and leave only footprints" to do your part in making sure Butte County's parks, rivers, lakes, and natural resources can be enjoyed by all for generations to come!