National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
Superintendent’s Compendium of Designations:
Closures, permit Requirements, and Other Restrictions Imposed Under Discretionary Authority
Pea Ridge National Military Park
15930 National Park Dr
Garfield, AR 72732
479-451-8122 phone
479-451-0219 fax
Digitally signed by Shelley Todd
Date: 2024.10.28
A. INTRODUCTION
1. Superintendent’s Compendium Described
The Superintendent’s Compendium is the summary of park specific rules implemented under 36 Code of Federal Regulations (36 CFR). It serves as public notice, identifies areas closed for public use, provides a list of activities requiring either a special use permit or reservation, and elaborates on public use and resource protection regulations pertaining specifically to the administration of the park. The Superintendent’s Compendium does not repeat regulations found in 36 CFR and other United States Code and CFR Titles, which are enforced without further elaboration at the park level.
The regulations contained in 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, are the basic mechanism used by the National Park Service (NPS) to preserve and protect the natural and cultural resources of the park and to protect visitors and property within the park. Parts 1 through 6 are general regulations applicable to all areas of the National Park system, and Part 7 contains special regulations specific to individual parks. Each of these Parts has many sections and subsections articulating specific provisions. Within some of these Part 1-7 sections and subsections, the Superintendent is granted discretionary authority to develop local rules to be responsive to the needs of a specific park resource or activity, park plan, program, and/or special needs of the general public.
As an example, 36 CFR 1.5(a) Closures and Public Use Limits provides the Superintendent certain discretion in allowing or disallowing certain activities. The authority granted by the Section, however, requires the Superintendent to comply with the Administrative Procedures Act (6 USC Section 551), which requires public notice on actions with major impact on visitor use patterns, park resources or those that are highly controversial in nature.
Another example is 36 CFR 1.6 Permits, which allows the Superintendent to require a permit for certain uses and activities in the park. This Section, however, requires that a list of activities needing a permit (and a fee schedule for the various types of permits) be maintained by the park.
A final example is 36 CFR 2.1(c) (1) Preservation of Natural, Cultural and Archeological Resources, which provides the Superintendent the authority to designate certain fruits, nuts, berries or unoccupied seashells which may be gathered by hand for personal use or consumption. This activity can occur, however, only if a written determination shows that the allowed activity does not adversely affect park wildlife, the reproductive potential of a plant species, or otherwise adversely affect park resources.
This Compendium should be used in conjunction with Title 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, to more fully understand the regulations governing the use and enjoyment of all the areas of the National Park System.
2. Laws and Policies Allowing the Superintendent to Develop This Compendium
The National Park Service (NPS) is granted broad statutory authority under Title 54 United States Code (U.S.C.) §100101(a) (formerly 16 U.S.C. 1a-1, “Organic Act”) to “….regulate the use of the National Park System by means and measures that conform to the fundamental purpose of the System units, which purpose is to conserve the scenery, natural and historic objects, and wild life in the System units and to provide for the enjoyment of the scenery, natural and historic objects, and wild life in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations.” In addition, Title 54 U.S.C. §100751(a) allows the NPS, through the Secretary of the Interior, to “prescribe such regulations as the Secretary considers necessary or proper for the use and management of System units.”
In 1970, Congress amended the NPS Organic Act to clarify its intentions as to the overall mission of the NPS. Through the General Authorities Act of 1970, Congress brought all areas administered by the NPS into one National Park System and directed the NPS to manage all areas under its administration consistent with the Organic Act of 1916.
In 1978, Congress amended the General Authorities Act of 1970 and reasserted System-wide the high standard of protection defined in the original Organic Act by stating “Congress further reaffirms, declares, and directs that the promotion and regulation of the various areas of the National Park System, as defined by Section 1 of this Title, shall be consistent with and founded in the purpose established by Section 1 of this Title, to the common benefit of all people of the United States.”
In addition to the above statutory authority, the Superintendent is guided by established NPS policy as found in the NPS Management Policies (2006). The Superintendent is also guided by more specific policies promulgated by the Director, National Park Service, in the form of Director’s Orders. As stated in the Management Policies, the primary responsibility of the NPS is to protect and preserve our national natural and cultural resources while providing for the enjoyment of these resources by visitor and other users, as long as use does not impair specific park resources or overall visitor experience. The appropriateness of any particular visitor use or recreational experience is resource-based and will vary from park to park; therefore, a use or activity that is appropriate in one park area may not be appropriate in another. The Superintendent is directed to analyze overall park use and determine if any particular use is appropriate. Where conflict arises between use and resource protection, where the Superintendent has a reasonable basis to believe a resource is or would become impaired, then that Superintendent is obliged to place limitations on public use.
3. Consistency of This Compendium with Applicable Federal Law and Requirements
The Superintendent’s Compendium is not considered a significant rule requiring review by the Office of Management and Budget under Executive Order 12866. In addition, this Compendium will not have a significant economic effect on a number of small entities nor impose a significant cost on any local, state or tribal government or private organization, and therefore does not fall under the requirements of either the Regulatory Flexibility Act or the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act.
The actions and requirements described in this Compendium are found to be categorically excluded from further compliance with the procedural requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in Department of the Interior (DOI) Guidelines 516 DM 6 and as such, an Environmental Assessment will not be prepared.
4. Development of the Requirements of the Superintendent’s Compendium
As outlined above, the NPS has broad authority and responsibility to determine what types of uses and activities are appropriate in any particular National Park System area. The requirements of the Superintendent’s Compendium are developed through an analysis and determination process. The decision criteria used during this process are:
Is there use or activity consistent with the NPS Organic Act and NPS policy?
Is the use or activity consistent and compatible with the park’s enabling legislation, management objectives, and corresponding management plans?
Will the use or activity damage the park’s protected natural and cultural resources and other protected values?
Will the use or activity disturb or be in conflict with wildlife, vegetation, and environmental protection actions and values?
Will the use or activity conflict with or be incompatible with traditional park uses and activities?
Will the use or activity compromise employee or public safety?
5. Applicability of the Compendium
The rules contained in this Compendium apply to all persons entering, using, visiting or otherwise present on federally owned lands, including submerged lands, and waters administered by the NPS within the legislative boundaries of the park. This includes all waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, including all navigable waters.
6. Enforcement of Compendium Requirements
NPS Law Enforcement Park Rangers enforce the requirements of the United State Code, 36 CFR, and this Superintendent’s Compendium.
7. Penalties for Not Adhering to the Compendium Requirements
A person who violates any provision of the regulations found in 36 CFR, Parts 1-7, or provisions of this Compendium, is subject to a fine as provided by law (18 U.S.C. 3571) up to $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations, or by imprisonment not exceeding six months (18 U.S.C. 3559), or both, and shall be adjudged to pay all court costs associated with any court proceedings. You may receive a list of fines associated with any particular provision by contacting the Chief Ranger at the park address found below.
8. Comments on the Compendium
The Compendium is reviewed annually and revised as necessary. The park welcomes comments about its program and activities at any time.
Written comments on the Compendium may be submitted to:
Superintendent
Pea Ridge NMP
15930 National Park DR
Garfield, AR 72732
9. Effective Date of the Superintendent Compendium
The Superintendent’s Compendium is effective on the approval date listed on the first page of this document, and remains in effect until revised for a period up to one year.
10. Additional Information
Some of the terms used in this Compendium may have specific meaning defined in 36 CFR 1.4 Definitions.
11. Availability
Copies of the Compendium are available at 15930 National Park Dr, Garfield, AR 72732. It may also be found at www.nps.gov/peri.
B. SUPERINTENDENT’S COMPENDIUM
In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 54 U.S.C. §100751, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Pea Ridge National Military Park. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.
Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print.
I. 36 CFR §1.5 – VISITING HOURS, PUBLIC USE LIMITS, CLOSURES, AND AREA DESIGNATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USE OR ACTIVITIES
(a)(1) The following visiting hours and public use limits are established for all or for the listed portions of the park, and the following closures are established for all or a portion of the park to all public use or to a certain use or activity:
Visiting Hours:
Park Grounds, Facilities and NPS Roadways:
6:00 AM to dusk.
Including persons, vehicles, and property.
Dusk is defined as: the end of civil twilight, a period where the sun is below the horizon, and it is too dark for outdoor activities without additional lighting. http://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/usa/rogers
Visitor Center:
Normal operating hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and all Tuesdays and Wednesdays from November 17, 2024, through March 8, 2025.
Elkhorn Tavern:
Open as staffing allows.
Visiting hours are established based on the availability of staff, to ensure an enjoyable and safe visitor experience, and to assure adequate protection of park resources. After hours use, nighttime activity, and overnight parking create a number of impacts that would be inconsistent with the protection of park resources.
Public Use Limits:
Food and Drinks
Food or drinks must be in a sealed, non-spillable container and may not be consumed at any time while within the Visitor Center or Elkhorn Tavern.
Consumption is prohibited to protect the museum objects housed in these facilities.
Bicycles
Bicycles must be walked on sidewalks.
As sidewalks were not designed to accommodate pedestrians and bicycles simultaneously, the above limitations are established to promote visitor safety and prevent user conflicts.
Occupancy limits are governed by the international fire code and construction limitations.
Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices
Power-Driven Mobility Devices may not exceed the specified limits below.
Max Speed of Device: 5 MPH
Max Weight: 500 lbs.
Max Width: 45”
Max Occupancy: 1
Low impact tires (turf tires)
Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices are permitted on park roads, sidewalks, and designated trails.
Definition: Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices “means any mobility device powered by batteries, fuel, or other engines--whether or not designed primarily for use by individuals with mobility disabilities--that is used by individuals with mobility disabilities for the purpose of locomotion, including golf cars, electronic personal assistance mobility devices (EPAMDs), such as the Segway® PT, or any mobility device designed to operate in areas without defined pedestrian routes, but that is not a wheelchair.”
The restrictions imposed to the type of and location where OPDMD are acceptable is to allow the safe use of OPDMD while preventing the degradation of cultural and natural resources and protecting the park’s core values.
Closures:
Recreational and sporting activities
Pea Ridge National Military Park is closed to recreational and sporting activities including, but not limited to: skateboarding, motorized scooters, pocket motorcycles, field games, rock climbing, rappelling, kite flying, throwing objects in the air (Frisbees, balls, etc.), skiing, sledding and similar winter activities, and sunbathing. Prohibited activities do not include walking, hiking, jogging, running, or bicycling.
Due to the significant historical events which took place on the battlefield, it has been determined that many recreational and sporting activities are inconsistent with the purpose for which it was established and managed. The restrictions are in place to allow visitors to reflect on the historical scene and natural beauty of the park without intrusion.
Motorized vehicles
All roadways, trails, and other two-tracks, regardless of former use, that are gated and/or marked “Authorized Vehicles Only” are closed to the operation of all motor vehicles, except for administrative use.
These roads are closed to unauthorized motor vehicles to protect cultural and natural landscapes. It is also necessary to protect unsuspecting motorists from the hazards of irregular width, no signage, and gravel/dirt surfaces which may be damaged by an excessive amount of vehicle traffic.
Swimming and Wading
Swimming or wading is closed in all areas of Pea Ridge NMP.
Waters may contain threatened or endangered species, which may be impacted if swimming or wading is allowed. Areas may contain hazards, such as underwater obstructions, bacteria, and wildlife.
SCUBA AND Snorkeling
SCUBA and Snorkeling is closed in all areas of Pea Ridge NMP
Waters may contain threatened or endangered species, which may be impacted if SCUBA or snorkeling is allowed. Areas may contain hazards such as underwater obstructions, bacteria, and wildlife.
Camping
The park is closed to camping, except as permitted in writing for approved living history encampments or for other groups that may camp in conjunction with a park-sponsored activity.
Opportunities exist outside the park for camping. There are no designated campgrounds in the park. Infrastructure does not support campgrounds. Living history groups camp in the park during interpretive events and events supporting the administration of the park to further the park mission.
(a)(2) The following conditions or restrictions are in effect for the specific uses or activities noted.
Fishing:
Catch and release fishing is allowed at the rock quarry.
This is the only location within the park’s boundary that has sport fish. The need for limiting anglers to catch and release only is to sustain viable sport fish populations for future generations of anglers.
Demonstrations and/or Sale or Distribution of Printed Matter:
Designated Areas for groups of 25 persons or fewer:
Visitor Center: lawn beginning at the western edge of the building, between the sidewalk and paved administrative road.
East Overlook: grass island
Elkhorn Tavern: from the eastern most parking stall on the south side of parking lot and continuing east; area containing sidewalk and grass island.
Refer to Attachment B for aerial imagery maps of locations.
These park areas are designated to establish zones in which demonstrations and/or the sale or distribution of printed matter can occur with limited impacts to other user groups and fit within management policies.
Collecting fruits, nuts, berries, other edible plant parts, mushrooms, or unoccupied shells:
Persons gathering edible plant parts or mushrooms are prohibited from climbing trees, using stools or ladders, or digging.
Refer to Section III General Regulations, Part 2 §2.1(c)1 & (c)2
The Superintendent has determined reasonable quantities of fruits, berries, or nuts of edible species may be gathered for personal use or consumption. Based on professional judgment and available information, the Superintendent has determined that gathering the fruits, nuts, mushrooms, or berries of edible plants within Pea Ridge National Military Park boundaries for personal use will not adversely affect park wildlife, the reproductive potential of any of those species, or otherwise adversely affect park resources. It is not expected that large numbers of people will gather edible fruits, nuts, mushrooms, and berries in the park.
Retrieval of wounded wildlife from adjacent property:
Conditions/Restrictions:
Hunter must notify Park Dispatch at 1-888-692-1162.
Prior to removal and transportation, authorization to do so shall be obtained from the park Superintendent, Chief of Law Enforcement, or Chief of Resource Management.
Animals may only be pursued until dusk of the day following the day during which the animal was wounded.
Except for roadways open to the public, animals may only be pursued on foot.
The park does not wish to impede those hunting legally in jurisdictions outside the park, nor the transportation of legally taken game. However, the retrieval and transportation of game through the park, an area closed to hunting, may elicit visitor complaints and could cause confusion with the park's hunting regulations. Animals which have not been located within the authorized time-frame have a high probability of survival and continued pursuit may cause permanent injury to those that survive wounds. 36 CFR 4.10(b) prohibits the use of off-road vehicles, including UTVs and ATVs in most national park units, including National Military Parks.
Unmanned aircraft
Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Pea Ridge National Military Park is prohibited except as approved in writing by the Superintendent.
Definition: Unmanned Aircraft (UA) - The term "unmanned aircraft" means a device that is used or intended to be used for flight in the air without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the device, and the associated operational elements and components that are required for the pilot or system operator in command to operate or control the device (such as cameras, sensors, communication links). This term includes all types of devices that meet this definition (e.g., model airplanes, quadcopters, and drones) that are used for any purpose, including for recreation or commerce.
The Superintendent has determined that unmanaged or unrestricted recreational use of UAs within Pea Ridge National Military Park will conflict with or impact a variety of park uses, including visitor experience, will cause unacceptable impacts on park resources and values, and is not congruent with the park’s enabling legislation. A less restrictive approach is not appropriate due to the impacts the devices could potentially present to visitor safety, park values, and park resources.
II. 36 CFR §1.6 – ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE A PERMIT
(f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the superintendent is required:
§1.5(a) Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft
§2.4(d) Carry or possess a weapon, trap, or net (excluding legal firearms)
§2.5(a) Specimen collection, including for research purposes (take plant, fish, wildlife, rocks or minerals)
§2.10(a) Camping activities
§2.12 Audio Disturbances:
(a)(2) Operating a chain saw in developed areas
(a)(3) Operation of any type of portable motor or engine, or device powered by a portable motor or engine in non-developed areas
(a)(4) Operation of a public address system in connection with a public gathering or special event for which a permit has been issued pursuant to §2.50 or §2.51
§2.17 Aircraft & Air Delivery:
(a)(3) Delivery or retrieval of a person or object by parachute, helicopter or other airborne means
(c)(1) Removal of a downed aircraft
§2.37 Soliciting or demanding gifts, money, goods, or services (pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit issued under §2.50, §2.51 or §2.52)
§2.38 Explosives:
Using, possessing, storing, or transporting explosives or blasting agents or explosive materials
Using or possessing fireworks and firecrackers
§2.50(a) Special event, such as a sports event, pageant, regatta, public spectator attraction, entertainment, ceremony, or similar event
§2.51(a) Public assemblies, meetings, gatherings, demonstrations, parades and other public expressions of views
§2.52(c) Sale or distribution of printed matter that is not solely commercial advertising
§2.60(b) Livestock use
§2.61(a) Residing on federal lands
§2.62 Memorialization:
Erection of monuments
Scattering ashes from human cremation
§4.11(a) Exceeding of established vehicle load, weight, and size limits
§5.1 Advertisements (display, posting, or distribution)
Displaying, posting, or distribution of any advertisement with the exception of those posted within the right of way of any state or county-maintained roadway.
§5.3 Engaging in or soliciting any business (requires a permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States, or must be pursuant to special regulations)
§5.5 Commercial Photography/Filming:
Commercial filming of motion pictures or television involving the use of professional casts, settings, or crews, other than bona fide newsreel or news television
Still photography of vehicles, or other articles of commerce or models for the purpose of commercial advertising.
§5.7 Constructing or attempting to construct any building, structure, trail, road, path, or utility
III. GENERAL REGULATIONS
36 CFR §2.1 - PRESERVATION OF NATURAL, CULTURAL, AND ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES
(a)(4) Dead wood on the ground may be collected for use as fuel for campfires within the park in the following areas:
Contact the Superintendent’s Office for current list of authorized areas.
(c)(1), (c)(2) The following fruits, nuts, berries, other edible plant parts, mushrooms, or unoccupied shells may be gathered by hand for personal use or consumption, in accordance with the noted size, quantity, collection sites, and/or use or consumption restrictions:
5 / day – Apples, peaches 2.5 gallons / day - Black walnuts, hickory nuts ½ gallon / day - Red mulberries, serviceberries, persimmon, mushrooms, blackberries, black raspberries, wild grapes, gooseberries/currants
The Superintendent has determined reasonable quantities of fruits, berries, nuts, other edible plant parts, and mushrooms of edible species may be gathered for personal use or consumption. Based on professional judgment and available information, the Superintendent has determined that gathering the fruits, nuts, mushrooms, or berries of edible plants within Pea Ridge National Military Park boundaries for personal use will not adversely affect park wildlife, the reproductive potential of any of those species, or otherwise adversely affect park resources. It is not expected that large numbers of people will gather edible fruits, nuts, mushrooms, and berries in the park.
36 CFR §2.2 - WILDLIFE PROTECTION
(d) The transporting of lawfully taken wildlife through the park is permitted under the following conditions and procedures:
Transportation must occur by passenger vehicle on a state or county-maintained roadway.
Persons transporting must have a valid state hunting license or transfer of game tag.
The carcass will display a valid state game tag or be checked in with the state.
The carcass must be covered or out of sight.
(e) The following areas are closed to the viewing of wildlife with the use of an artificial light:
All areas within Pea Ridge National Military Park
To maintain consistency with Arkansas Game and Fish Code of Regulations 05.03.
36 CFR §2.10 – CAMPING and FOOD STORAGE
(a) The sites and areas listed below have been designated for camping activities. A permit system has been established for certain campgrounds or camping activities, and conditions for camping and camping activities are in effect as noted:
The park is closed to camping except under conditions as identified in “closures” above.
Opportunities exist outside the park for camping. There are no designated campgrounds in the park. Infrastructure does not support campgrounds. Living history groups camp in the park during interpretive events and events supporting the administration of the park to further the park mission.
36 CFR §2.11 – PICNICKING
The “holding” or “reserving” of additional picnicking sites and/or tables for other individuals within designated picnic areas is prohibited. The Superintendent has determined these picnicking restrictions are necessary and the least restrictive means to avoid conflict between park users.
36 CFR 2.13 – FIRES (a)(1) The lighting or maintaining of fires is generally prohibited, except as provided for in the following designated areas and/or receptacles, and under the conditions noted:
The lighting or maintaining of fire is prohibited except for small campfires contained within rock or metal rings within the special use or living history sites and with written authorization from the superintendent. Limitations on the use of fire are necessary to prevent adverse impacts to resources, as well as to prevent fire from escaping to adjoining lands and residential areas.
(a)(2) The following restrictions are in effect for the use of stoves or lanterns:
The use of stoves or lanterns is prohibited within park structures. Stoves or laterns must be attended at all times.
Limitations on the use of stoves and lanterns are necessary to prevent adverse impacts to property, real property, and park resources.
36 CFR §2.15 – PETS (a)(5) Pet excrement must be disposed of in accordance with the following conditions:
Immediately collected and disposed of in all areas of heavy public use, including but not limited to parking lots, wayside exhibit areas, trails, picnic areas, and mowed areas around public use structures. The accumulation of waste is not sanitary and impacts visitor use and enjoyment of park areas. Waste left on the surface is aesthetically unpleasant to other visitors. Pet waste may spread disease to other pets, visitors, and to native wildlife.
36 CFR §2.16 – HORSES and PACK ANIMALS
(a) The following animals are designated as pack animals for purposes of transporting equipment:
Horses, mules, burros and llamas
(b) The use of horses or pack animals is allowed on the following trails, routes, or areas:
Equestrian trail-head
Battlefield Loop (also referred to as “short loop” or “south loop”)
Mountain Loop (also referred to as “long loop” or “north loop”)
Maps of allowed trails can be found in Attachment A
36 CFR 2.16 prohibits “the use of horse or pack animals outside of trails, routes, or areas designated for use.” The park’s Trails Master Plan has identified these locations as improving visitor access to the park’s historical and interpretive sites while avoiding or minimizing impacts to these sites.
(g) Other conditions concerning the use of horses or pack animals:
The use of horse drawn attachments are prohibited.
Manure, straw, and hay within the trailhead and trailer parking area must be transported out of the park.
Each equine shall be accompanied by either the original or a copy of an official negative test for equine infectious anemia (EIA) (aka “Coggins test”) administered within the previous 12 months. Proof of such test must be provided upon request.
Horse drawn attachments are not permitted as trails cannot accommodate them due to size and terrain restrictions. Removal of manure, straw, and hay helps to prevent exotic species of plants and insects from entering the property. Pursuant to Arkansas state law, all equines must have a Coggins test completed annually.
36 CFR §2.21 – SMOKING
(a) The following portions of the park, or all or portions of buildings, structures, or facilities are closed to smoking as noted:
All areas of government buildings and historical structures.
Within 25 feet of any government building or historical structure.
Smoking is prohibited to prevent secondhand smoke within nonsmoker user groups, as well as to protect historic and other resources from damage that may be caused by smoke, such as discoloration.
36 CFR §2.22 – PROPERTY
(a)(2) Property may be left unattended for periods longer than 24 hours in the following areas and under the following conditions:
Pursuant to a permit, contract, or other authorizing document. The Superintendent has determined that these prohibitions and restrictions are necessary for resource protection.
36 CFR §2.62 – MEMORIALIZATION (b) A permit is required for the scattering of ashes from cremated human remains, in accordance with the following terms and conditions:
The scattering of human ashes from cremation may be permitted under the following terms and conditions:
The chosen site shall not be within areas of high archeological value, such as the battlefield.
The chosen site must be no less than 100 yards from any buildings or historic sites, including historic structures and cemeteries.
The scattering of remains by persons on the ground is to be performed at least 100 yards from any trail, road, developed facility, or body of water.
No scattering of remains from the air is to be performed over developed areas, facilities, or bodies of water.
The ashes must be scattered and not deposited in any type of container. Remains may not be buried with or without a container.
No marker or memorial of any sort may be placed or left at the site.
A copy of the permit must accompany the person(s) performing the scattering.
Cremation must be accomplished in accordance with state law.
The remains to be scattered must have been cremated and pulverized.
The established conditions are to prevent impacts to park resources and visitor experiences.
36 CFR §4.10 – TRAVEL ON PARK ROADS AND ROUTES
(a) Paved Park roads open for travel by motor vehicle include:
National Park Drive
36 CFR §4.11 – VEHICLE LOAD, WEIGHT, AND SIZE LIMITS
(b) The following load, weight, and size limits, which are more restrictive than state law, apply to park roads indicated under the terms and conditions, and/or under permit, as noted:
Vehicles exceeding the following weight limits require authorization by the Superintendent.
Weight (Normal Traffic)
Type H Trucks – 19 TONS
Type HS Trucks – 28 TONS
Type 3 Trucks – 26 TONS
Type 3S2 Trucks – 40TONS
Type 3-3 Trucks – 47 TONS
Load ratings are based upon a 2018 FHWA inspection report and structure load rating for bridges.
36 CFR §4.21 – SPEED LIMITS
(b) The following speed limits are established for the routes/roads indicated:
National Park Drive: 25 MPH, unless otherwise posted.
U.S. Highway 62 and AR State Highway 72: as posted.
County maintained roads: 40 MPH, or as posted.
Established speed limits are based upon public safety, engineer specifications, state or local regulations, and to prevent wildlife collisions.
36 CFR §4.30 – BICYCLES
(a) Park roads and parking areas that are closed to bicycle use are listed in section 1.5 of this document.
The following additional routes, in developed areas or special use zones, have been designated for bicycle use:
Historic Ford Rd The park’s Trails Master Plan has identified these locations as improving visitor access to the park’s historical and interpretive sites while avoiding or minimizing impacts to these sites.
(h)(4) Riding a bicycle abreast of another rider is allowed on the following routes:
All routes open to bicycles.
Riding abreast historically has not created user conflicts or safety concerns which would be cause for prohibiting such activity.
IV. Public Notice CCTV Use
In accordance with National Park Service (NPS) Law Enforcement Reference Manual 9 (RM-9), notice is hereby given that Pea Ridge National Military Park uses Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) security camera monitoring.
The NPS’s use of CCTV is for law enforcement and security purposes and will only be to visually monitor public park areas and public activities where no constitutionally protected reasonable expectation of privacy exists. Such CCTV use – which will have adequate privacy and First Amendment safeguards – will be to help ensure public safety and security; facilitate the detection, investigation, prevention, and deterrence of terrorist activity; help ensure the safety of citizens and officers; help assist in the proper allocation and deployment of law enforcement and public safety resources; and help facilitate the protection of the innocent and the apprehension and prosecution of criminals.
This policy does not restrict the official use of CCTV in government administrative areas, including administrative buildings, jail holding facilities, revenue collection sites, etc., where the government may record/monitor its facilities. For example, the government may perform unrestricted video/audio recording at revenue collection points (entrance stations, visitor center counters, etc.). This policy does not restrict the use of an Audio/Visual Recording Device (AVRD) in patrol vehicles or officerworn recording devices used by commissioned rangers.
Operation of CCTV cameras will be in accordance with NPS and Department policy. No person will be targeted or monitored merely because of race, religion, gender, sex, disability, national origin, or political affiliation or views.
Nothing in this policy statement is intended to create any rights, privileges, or benefits not otherwise recognized by law.
