State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes a state, district, or territory of the United States. See Utah Code 68-3-12.5
trail: means a multi-use path used for:
(a)
muscle-powered activities, including:
(i)
bicycling;
(ii)
cross-country skiing;
(iii)
walking;
(iv)
jogging; and
(v)
horseback riding; and
(b)
uses compatible with the uses described in Subsection (3)(a), including the use of an electric assisted bicycle or motor assisted scooter, as defined in Section 41-6a-102. See Utah Code 79-5-102
(a)
provides for outdoor recreation needs; and
(b)
facilitates access to, travel within, and enjoyment and admiration of the outdoors.
(2)
To assure that an integrated trails network is achieved, the division shall coordinate the planning and development of trails with:
(a)
federal land management agencies;
(b)
local governments;
(c)
private landowners; and
(d)
state agencies.
(3)
The division shall give priority to establishing trails that:
(a)
cross public lands;
(b)
are in proximity or accessible to urban areas;
(c)
implement rail-to-trail conversions pursuant to the National Trails System Act, 16 U.S.C. § 1241 et seq.;
(d)
provide linkage to existing trails; and
(e)
provide linkage or access to natural, scenic, historic, or recreational areas of statewide significance.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 344, 2009 General Session
