Note: The subclassifications describe a range of recreational use settings, each being characterized by the manner it addresses a number of key attributes, such as degree of remoteness, motor use and the apparent level of management and development. The settings span a range from wild and undeveloped to intensively used and highly developed.
Note: Due to their unimproved, rough condition, primitive roads commonly are only suitable for H/OHV's and other off-highway vehicles, and may not be negotiable by ordinary highway vehicles.
Note: Due to the variability of roadbed conditions at different times and places, some lightly developed roads might not be negotiable by ordinary highway vehicles.
Note: Topography and vegetation conditions may largely determine the minimum size necessary to achieve the objectives of this setting. Unique local conditions, such as rugged topography, may allow some areas that are closer to open roads and motorized trails to be appropriately designated as Type 1 settings. Conversely, larger separation distances would be required in relatively flat, open areas or areas near highways with heavy traffic.
Note: Authorized motor vehicle access for restoration or other land management activities is described under s. NR 44.06(10) (c) 7.
Note: Information for users of this setting is normally provided by brochures and other means off-site.
Note: Under appropriate circumstances, equestrian and bicycle uses are compatible with this setting.
Note: The area may be smaller in size and nearer to public highways than that required for a Type 1 setting. Typically, in a Type 2 setting the sights and sounds of human activity may not be entirely uncommon, but usually are distant.
Note: Trails, small parking areas, and small, minimally developed water access sites are the most common types of development in a Type 2 setting.
Note: The level of detail regarding the extent, timing and frequency will be as specific or general as appropriate.
Note: Examples of developments or structures typical of this setting include access roads and parking areas, boat ramps, vault toilets, dispersed campsites and small picnic areas, small shelter buildings, bridges, boardwalks and stairs.
Note: The level of detail regarding the extent, timing and frequency will be as specific or general as appropriate.
Note: Some areas with this classification may have few developed facilities, while others may have highly developed facilities or may be large facility complexes. Examples of areas that typically may be included under this classification are picnic areas, campgrounds, shooting ranges, field trial areas, educational sites, designated state trails and may include water bodies characterized by high levels of intensive uses, such as power boating and jet-skiing.
Wis. Admin. Code Department of Natural Resources NR 44.07