What is the “Travel Management” rule and how will it affect me?
In November, 2005, the Forest Service published a new rule called “Travel Management: Designated Routes and Areas for Motor Vehicle Use.” It requires the Forest Service to publish a map that designates motorized use on the National Forests and Grassland System roads, trails, and areas, and to prohibit (with limited exceptions) all motorized use off of the routes and areas identified on the Motorized Vehicle Use Map. The map is the key – that’s how everyone will know where and when they can drive their motor vehicle on National Forests and Grasslands. Only National Forest and Grassland System routes and areas are included in the requirements of the 2005 Travel Management rule. Other road jurisdictions may appear on the Motor Vehicle Use Map to help users to navigate to the national forest system routes and areas. If you currently use a motor vehicle on locations other than a designated numbered (and signed) national forest or grassland system road, trail, or area, your access may be cha
