VICINITY MAP

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EXPLANATION OF LEGEND ITEMS

Roads Open to All Vehicles:Roads open to all motor vehicles, including smaller offhighway vehicles that may not be licensed for highway use (not to oversize or overweight vehicles under State traffic law).Trails Open to All Vehicles:Trails open to all motor vehicles, including both highwaylegal and nonhighway legal vehicles.Trails Open to Vehicles 50"or Less in Width:Trails open only to motor vehicles less than 50 inches inwidth at the widest point on the vehicle.

Roads Open to Highway Legal Vehicles Only:Roads open only to motor vehicles licenced under State lawfor general operation on all public roads.

Trails Open to Wheeled Vehicles 50" or Less in Width:These trails are open open to wheeled, motor vehiclesless than 50" in width at the widest point on the vehicle.Trails Open to Motorcycles Only:Trails open only to motorcycles. Sidecars are notpermitted.

Seasonal Designation:This symbol, used in conjunction with one of the other roador trail symbols, indicates that the road or trail is open onlyduring certain portions of the year. Refer to Seasonal andSpecial Designation Table for further instructions.

Motorized Trail Access:

This symbol indicates a trail head for access to a motorizedroute. Not all motorized routes have trail heads and thosethat do may range from primitive to developed.

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Areas Open to Cross Country Travel:

These are areas on National Forest System land that allowcross-country travel motorized vehicles. Specific vehicleclasses and seasonal designations may be indicated in theSeasonal and Special Designation Table.

Milepost Marker:Used to display the beginning and ending mileposts of a roadthat has a change in the designation but not the symbology.

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Other Public Roads and Trails:

Used to show routes not designated for motorized use by the Forest Service. Part of the reference layers showingconnections to towns and cities outside the forest boundary.

InterstateHighways, U.S., State, CountyOther Public RoadsOther Public Trails

Special Vehicle Designation:Indicates the road or trail is open to classes ofvehicles other than those listed above. Refer to the Seasonaland Special Designation Table for further instructions.

Short Route Identifier:

Used for roads that are to short to show an actual symbol typeon the map. The symbol with the arrow pointing away from the road will direct the user to a table that contains a corresponding road number for more information.

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Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval:

Used along with a designated road or trail to indicate limitedcross-country motor vehicle use within a specific distanceof that route, solely for the purpose of dispersed campingand/or game retrieval. Refer to the DispersedCamping/Game Retrieval Table for specifics.

Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Both Sides! ! !

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Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Left Side! ! !

Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Right Side! ! !

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£¤441

£¤64

£¤178

£¤19

£¤23 £¤74£¤276

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These designations apply only to National ForestSystem roads, National Forest System trails, and areas onNational Forest System lands.

PURPOSE AND CONTENTS OF THIS MAPThe designations shown on this motor vehicle use map(MVUM) were made by the responsible official pursuant to 36CFR 212.51; are effective as of the date of this MVUM; andwill remain in effect until superceded by the next year'sMVUM.

Designation of a road, trail, or area for motor vehicle use bya particular class of vehicle under 36 CFR 212.51 should notbe interpreted as encouraging or inviting use, or to imply thatthe road, trail, or area is passable, actively maintained, or safefor travel. Motor vehicle designations include parking alongdesignated routes and at facilities associated with designatedroutes when it is safe to do so and when not causing damageto National Forest System resources. Seasonal weatherconditions and natural events may render designated roadsand trails impassable for extended periods. Designated areasmay contain dangerous or impassable terrain. Manydesignated roads and trails may be passable only by high-clearance vehicles or four-wheel drive vehicles. Maintenanceof designated roads and trails will depend on availableresources, and many may receive little maintenance. This motor vehicle use map identifies those roads, trails,and areas designated for the motor vehicle use under 36 CFR212.51 for the purpose of enforcing the prohibition at 36 CFR261.13. This is a limited purpose. The other public roads areshown for information and navigation purposes only and arenot subject to designation under the Forest Service travelmanagement regulation.

It is the responsibility of the user to aquire the currentMVUM.This MVUM shows the National Forest Systemroads, National Forest System trails, and the areas onNational Forest System lands in the National Forests inNorth Carolina that are designated for motor vehicle usepursuant to 36 CFR 212.51. This MVUM also identifies thevehicles classes allowed on each route and in each area andany seasonal restrictions that apply on those routes and inthose areas.

__________________________________________Forest Supervisor, National Forests in North Carolina

Kristen Bail

PROHIBITIONS It Is prohibited to possess or operate a motor vehicleon National Forest System lands on the National Forestsin North Carolina other than in accordance with thesedesignations (36 CFR 261.13).

Violations of 36 CFR 261.13 are subject to a fine of up to$5,000 or imprisonment for up to 6 months or both (18 U.S.C.3571(e)). This prohibition applies regardless of the presenceor absence of signs. This map does not display nonmotorized uses, over-snowuses, or other facilities and attractions on the NationalForests in North Carolina. Obtain a forest visitor map for morecomplete information. Designated roads, trails, and areas may also be subject totemporary, emergency closures, and visitors must complywith signs notifying them of such restrictions. A national forestmay issue an order to close a road, trail, or area on atemporary basis to protect the life, health or safety of forestvisitors or the natural or cultural resources in these areas.Such a temporary and/or emergency closures are consistentwith the Travel Management Rule (36 CFR 212.52 (b); 36CFR 261 subpart B). The designation "road or trail open to all motor vehicles"does not supersede vehicle size or weight limits imposedthrough State traffic law.

National Forests in North Carolina160A Zillicoa Street

Asheville, NC 28801828-257-4200

Cheoah Ranger DistrictNantahala National Forest1070 Massey Branch Road

Robbinsville, NC 28771828-479-6431

www.fs.usda.gov/nfsnc

County Sheriff's Departments:Cherokee: 828-837-2589Graham: 828-479-3352Swain: 828-488-4844

Or DIAL 911

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Roads Open to Highway Legal VehiclesLegend

Trails Open to Vehicles 50" or Less in WidthTrails Open to all VehiclesRoads Open to all Vehicles

Trails Open to Wheeled Vehicles 50" or Less in Width

Seasonal Designation (See Table)Special Designation (See Table)Trails Open to Motorcyles Only! ! ! ! ! ! !

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Large Lakes and Rivers

Political Boundary

Wilderness Areas

Non-National Forest System Landswithin the National Forest

National Forest System LandsForest Boundary

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Picnic Area"5

FS Campgrounds"9

Milepost Marker#

Other Public TrailsOther Public RoadsHighways, US, State, County

Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Right Side (See table for DC/GR information)

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Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Left Side! ! !

Dispersed Camping/Game Retrieval, Both Sides! ! !

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Interstate

Short Route Identifier70333

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Travel and recreate with minimum impact.Respect the environment and the rights ofothers.Educate yourself plan and prepare before yougo.Allow for future use of the outdoors by leaving itbetter than you found it.Discover the rewards of responsible recreation.For more information on Tread Lightly!, go towww.treadlightly.org or call 1-800-966-9900.

OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Operating a motor vehicle on National Forest Systemroads, National Forest System trails, and in areas on NationalForest System lands carries a greater responsibility thanoperating that vehicle in a city or other developed setting. Notonly must the motor vehicle operators know and follow allapplicable traffic laws, but they need to show concern for theenvironment as well as other forest users. The misuse ofmotor vehicles can lead to the temporary or permanentclosure of any designated road, trail, or area. Operators ofmotor vehicles are subject to State traffic law, including Staterequirements for licensing, registration, and operation of thevehicle in question. Motor vehicle use, especially off-highway vehicle use,involves inherent risks that may cause property damage,serious injury, and possibly death to participants. Ridersshould drive cautiously and anticipate rough surfaces andfeatures, such as snow, mud, vegetation, and water crossingscommon to remote driving conditions. Participants voluntarilyassume full responsibility for these damages, risks, anddangers. Motor vehicle operators should take care at all timesto protect themselves and those under their responsibility. Much of the National Forests in North Carolina is remote,and medical assistance may not be readily available. Cellulartelephones do not work in many areas of the National Forestsin North Carolina. Operators should take adequate food,water, first aid supplies, and other equipment appropriate forthe conditions and expected weather. ALWAYS REMEMBER TO RESPECT PRIVATE LAND!PROTECT YOUR PRIVILEGE. STAY ON DESIGNATEDROADS AND TRAILS AND IN DESIGNATED AREAS.

Read and understand this map in its entirety. If you havequestions please contact the National Forests in NorthCarolina for clarification. Road, trail, and area users must comply with this map, aswell as all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.Compliance with these rules is the responsibility of the user.

Cheoah Ranger District

North American Datum of 1983 (NAD 83)Universal Transverse Mercator, zone 16, 17

SanteetlahLake

HiwasseeLake

NantahalaLake

FontanaLake

TusquitteeRangerDistrict

CheoahRangerDistrict

NantahalaRangerDistrict

Tennessee

NorthCarolina

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SR1252

2540

SR15

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SR1379

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US19

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SR1337

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SR1375

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SR1147

SR28SR1312

SR1340

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SR14

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SR1448

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SR28

SR1350

SR13

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SR1539

SR15

35

SR15

07

SR14

3

SR136

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51

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SR1300

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95

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32

SR1223

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SR28

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29

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01

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317

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316

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446

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Wilderness

CiticoCreek

Wilderness

BoilingSprings

Tomotla

Marble

Santeetlah

Yellow Creek

Robbinsville

Rhodo

Aquone

Tapoco

Grape Creek

Andrews

Milltown

Cheoah

RymersFerry

Stecoah

Kyle

FiresCreek

Wesser

Lauada

Murphy Peachtree

Coalville

LakeSanteetlah

Hayesville

Tusquitee

Grandview

Brasstown

Topton

Rainbow Springs

Ebenezer

Nantahala

Fontana Village

Almond

Needmore

83°37'30"W

83°37'30"W

83°45'0"W

83°45'0"W

83°52'30"W

83°52'30"W

84°0'0"W

84°0'0"W84°7'30"W

83°30'0"W

35°30'0"N

35°30'0"N

35°22'30"N

35°22'30"N

35°15'0"N

35°15'0"N

35°7'30"N

35°7'30"N

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686358.33 686358.33

Route Number Special Vehicle Designation Dates Allowed Beginning Mile Post

Ending Mile Post

2516 4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 10/15-01/01 0.000 0.500

2586, 407, 423, 423B, 445, 62, 81,

81C, 81F, 81G, 81I

4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/01-12/31

259, 2624 4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 10/01-10/31

2591 4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/02-10/14 0.000 0.092

2811 4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 03/15-12/31 0.000 0.129

409, 463, 520A, 521B

4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/01-10/31

418 4 Roads open to highway legal vehicles only, with Seasonal Designation

Seasonal Designation 04/01-04/30 1.358 10.160

Seasonal and Special Vehicle DesignationsLegend

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North Carolina 2015

National ForestNantahala

Cheoah Ranger District