Protecting and Enjoying Natural Areas

Learn about best practices for protecting and enjoying the region's natural areas.

This section helps you adopt the habits that make a difference in your daily life, so you can coexist with natural environments and fully enjoy these exceptional places.

Simple actions, anywhere and all year round

There are a few good habits to follow at all times, no matter where you are or what season it is. They help preserve natural areas and make it easier for all mountain visitors to coexist.

• Don’t litter—take your trash with you to dispose of it in a trash can; whatever you bring, take it back with you
• Avoid smoking in the great outdoors and do not discard cigarette butts in nature; be careful with ashes and butts, especially during dry periods
• Stay on marked trails to protect the environment; every shortcut and every time you cut a corner contributes to soil erosion
• Respect wildlife and herds
• Follow directions, trail markings, and signs
• Share the trails with other hikers respectfully and courteously

To learn more

• Check out one article per season to learn more about what’s happening in the natural world throughout the year and adapt your practices accordingly
• Content dedicated to specific situations, such as encounters with guard dogs, to help you develop the right reflexes in the field
• information on regulations specific to certain sites