Outdoor Developed Areas: A Summary of Accessibility Standards for Federal Outdoor Developed Areas
Outdoor Recreation Access Routes at Trailheads [F247.3.2]
Trailheads are usually accessed by vehicle rather than by hiking. At least one outdoor recreation access route (ORAR) must connect the following at trailheads:
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Accessible parking spaces or other arrival points
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The starting point of the trail
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Accessible elements, spaces, and facilities within the trailhead
The technical requirements for ORARs are discussed in the section of this guide on ORARs. ORARs provide greater accessibility than a trail because areas served by ORARs are typically more developed than trails.
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