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Non-Paved Trails Non-paved trails provide access to remote locations and the Wetland trails often include boardwalks as part of an extensive possibility to experience nature in the city. These trails can non-paved trail system that make the wetland terrain provide year round recreational access to public spaces and accessible while protecting it from degradation. Wetlands trails solitude but are more constrained by trail surface conditions. provide opportunities to discover and learn about nature. All trails shall be constructed to balance and minimize site impact while providing the best experience possible. Site Selection: Trail planning and location will be influenced by the need to • Areas with unique natural beauty or views protect and manage green spaces for fish and wildlife as well • Determine opportunities to improve student walking as provide access for people. routes Trails should as much as possible be constructed to the • Wide enough areas to locate trail away from homes or standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The businesses ADA implies that trails will be wide and provide a firm surface • Determine wildlife habitat areas to view or avoid that that will be accessible to people of all ages and abilities. will impact trail design Typical non-paved path types and users: Provide: Accessible trails are trails that are accessible to and usable by • For a low use trail provide a minimum 2 to 3 feet wide people with disabilities. New trail development should meet the cleared and surfaced area. Also include where possible intent of the ADA including access to significant features in the a 5 feet wide 10 foot long section of trail every 100 feet park and environmental experiences unique to the site such as to allow for passing. a view or natural area. Accessible trails are identified as • For a high use trail provide a 5 foot to 10 feet wide meeting minimum guidelines established by the U.S. Access cleared area. Board. The Access Board is the federal agency responsible for • Visibility corridor a minimum of 3 to 4 feet wide on each creating guidelines and Park trails standards for accessible side of the trail where possible to improve safety. environments. • Provide varied experience and changes in terrain to create interest Hiking trails are usually located in natural settings, are • Seating and rest stops at least every 200 feet generally more than 1 mile in length, and may be only a • Shade for summer and sun pockets for winter narrow crushed rock or bark footpath with minor improvement such as benches or signs. • Mile markers, location signage and emergency access information Nature/ interpretive trails are usually shorter trails of a mile or • Access to neighborhoods and roads two in length and are likely to form complete loops. Nature trails often have interpretive signs brochures for self-guided tours, bird watching blinds and a variety of enhancements for studying wildlife. 39