Does an easement allow public access?
A conservation easement does NOT require landowners to allow the public access to their property. Landowners who grant conservation easements make their own choice about whether to open their property to the public. In some cases, a landowner may convey specific public access rights such as allowing fishing in designated areas or hiking along a clearly defined trail corridor. Public access may also be granted when the property has a history of public use and is perceived to be a recreational resource.
