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Forest Supervisor's Orders

Recreation Rules, Regulations, and Guidelines for Forest Visitors

Find a good overview of some issues we are frequently asked about by visitors, including a Guide to Firearms Use, a Guide to Geocaching and Letterboxing, as well as links to safety information and Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations

 

Forest-wide Orders

Site-specific Orders

Blue Ridge Ranger District

Chattooga River Ranger District

Conasauga Ranger District

Oconee Ranger District

Regional Forester's Order

Cave and Mine Closure: Issued December 9, 2021. In effect until December 31, 2023.

Limitation of Stay in Appalachian Trail Shelters: Limits the time to stay in  shelters along the Appalachian Trail to a maximum of 3 days. This order has no expiration date.

 

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Last updated May 9th, 2025