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[Type of recreation element] Trails, nature trail, walkway, pathway, etc.
- wider width so two people can walk side by side or people can pass - unitary surface like concrete, boardwalk or asphalt, crushed aggregate/screenings that have been "stabilized" or natural soils enhanced with soil stabilizers - contrasting color treatment of the surface and textured surface treatments such as brushed concrete at intersections or interpretive stations to cue people who have vision impairments that there is something to pay attention to at that spot - close to level cross slopes (side to side) and very gentle running slopes, no steep sections, larger (greater than 60"X60")level areas at all turns and intersections - thoughtfully laid out on the site to maximize the experience with minimal difficulty
Lapeer County Community Foundation - Access to Nature
Universal Recreation Access Design Concepts to consider in the project evaluation process. Things to look for.