Conditions for Bicycle Tours

OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK
COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATION
SPECIFIC ACTIVITY CONDITIONS

Activity: Bicycle Tours. These conditions are applicable to all authorized activites and areas listed on the authorization.

The use of a bicycle is prohibited, except on park roads, in parking areas, and on routes designated for traditional bicycle use. [RE: 36 CFR 4.30 (a)]

Authorized Services – The commercial activity this permit is front country bicycle tours during daylight hours on designated roads.

1. The following routes in developed areas or special use zones, have been designated for Guided Bicycle Tours:

• Hurricane Ridge Road ONLY when closed to motorized vehicular traffic and plowing operations are not underway.

• The Dosewallips Road from the Boundary to the Dosewallips Ranger Station.

• The Elwha bypass trail, bikes must be dismounted and walked to the roadway along the bypass trail.

• Spruce Railroad Trail.

• Quinault wildlife loop drive. North shore road and NPS section of south shore road.

• Graves creek road and North Fork.

Approved Locations/Travel – To be filled out following applications:

Park Entrance Fee –

• Individuals participating in the activity will pay the individual per-person entrance fee.

• Annual and lifetime federal recreational land passes are accepted. These passes are good for the owner(s) of the pass plus three additional adults 16 and over who are part of the same party.

• Children under 16 are not charged.

• Individuals or groups who have previously paid the entrance fee must show proof of prior payment.

• Appropriate commercial non-road-based tour fees will be calculated and charged upon entry. The vehicle and driver/guide have free entry into the park.

• The CUA holder and/or guides may not use personal annual or lifetime federal recreational land passes to gain entry to the park for themselves or their customers when conducting business.

When entering the park each time, permittees must identify themselves; show a copy of the CUA, and state that they are transporting visitors. This will enable the entrance station personnel to verify that you are on the approved list for commercial activities and are to be charged the correct commercial fee. If the entrance station is closed, arrangements should be made to pay fees.

Tour Leader – One employee of the Permittee, designated as tour leader, must be with tour group to maintain safe speed, identify interpretive stops and assist the group as needed.

1. Tour leaders and guides on the ride must:

• Be familiar with the park, know and obey park regulations and area closures, and assure compliance with regulations and area closures from participants.

• Understand the hazards involved and prepare participants for conditions and situations which may be encountered.

• Be currently certified with a minimum WFA and CPR and carry a basic first aid kit.

• Assure that all members of the group are properly clothed and equipped for the trip.

2. A written list of leaders, with descriptions of basic qualifications, must be provided to the park prior to beginning operations. Copies of certifications must be maintained on file at the base of operations and may be requested by the Superintendent at any time.

3. Must employ a staff with the expertise, training, and experience to operate all services authorized in this CUA permit.

Equipment – The Permittee shall inspect and ensure that each bicycle is mechanically sound and in safe operating condition before each trip. The permittee shall ensure all riders and employees have and wear appropriate safety gear, including helmets, reflective gear, gloves, and rain gear. Wearing of helmets is required.

Conduct of Tour – Tours will be organized and researched providing information and interpretation of the park. Tour leader will ensure all park rules associated with this permit.

1. Total group size will not be larger than 12 people, including guide(s).

2. Bicycle Tours will be conducted only during daylight hours.

3. Should more than 5 motor vehicles by following a bicycle rider, group of riders, or support vehicles, the individual or group shall pull safely to the side and allow the vehicles to pass.

4. Cyclist must ride single file in the park.

5. All groups must honor the rights of others and always conduct themselves to minimize the group impact on other visitors.

6. The tour leader is responsible for adhering to Leave No Trace practices at all times while in the park.

7. On multi-use trails bicycles must cede the right of way to equestrian and pedestrian users.

Park Visitation - Approved use starts 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 30 minutes after sunset. This does not include travel time.

Violations – Violations of park regulations or the terms of this permit may result in the suspension of privileges granted by this permit and could lead to appropriate fines or citations, as well as suspension or revocation.