Pine Fores Loop Rules for Use

Please enjoy the unique wooded dune ecosystem of the PCO - Walking, hiking, birding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing are allowed. 

The loop is open to the public daily:

• May 1 through Labor Day from 8 am - 6 pm,  and
  Labor Day through April 30th from 9 am to Dusk.

Protect the ecosystem: Remain on the trail and do not cut or remove any plants.

Respect bordering private properties at all times. 

The following are prohibited:

• Pets are not allowed on this trail.
• Camping, lighting fires, using fireworks, 
• Dumping or littering, 
• Hunting and all uses of firearms, trapping, 
• Bikes, off-road vehicles, snowmobiles.

Be sure to bring everything out that you take in. 

Before you start, please check the soles of your shoes to make sure they are free of seeds or other materials to prevent the introduction of non-native and invasive species to the preserve.