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Fire rings can be eyesores, particularly the high, built-up variety, which tend to collect trash that is hard to remove from between the rocks. They also make fully extinguishing a fire much more difficult, as coals continue to smolder in the chinks between the rocks. Start a campfire only in existing fire rings—never construct a new fire ring, and don’t cook over an open fire—backpacking stoves are much more efficient.

This campsite is too close to the water.

TRAIL COURTESY

Cutting switchbacks causes erosion and could possibly dislodge a rock onto an unsuspecting hiker below—so don’t do it. When meeting others on the trail, downhill hikers should yield the right-of-way to uphill hikers. Saddle and pack animals have the right-of-way; when encountering stock, quietly step well off the trail on the downhill side, as they may become nervous when crowded or frightened by unexpected noises or movements, which ultimately could result in potential injury to both hikers and riders.

Any form of trash is an affront to a wilderness experience. Don’t litter! Be a good Samaritan and pick up any trash you may encounter at camp or on the trail.