Trail Safety Tips
Good Ideas for the Trail
- For an emergency in any county, please dial 911
Remember to describe your approximate location on the Silver Comet Trail by:- Watching and knowing the closest mile marker
- The name of the last trailhead you passed
- The name of the trailhead where you entered/parked
- If you traveled east or west
- Approximately how far you've traveled
- Note: Cell phone coverage is spotty or nonexistent in places, so tracking your location by cell phone may not be reliable.
- Stop at all road crossings
- Even if there's a red light, check to make sure it's safe to cross
- Use the Buddy System - don't travel alone on the trail
- Bring self-protection - a good idea anywhere you go
- Though rare, there's been crime on the trail More...
- Some areas of the trail are very remote
- When asking 35 random people on the trail if they were armed, the majority carried protection
(Please note that this is an unofficial survey) - Good AJC article on trail safety
- Pedestrians have the right-of-way over bicycles and roller-bladers
- To avoid injury please slow down: pass with care and courtesy - it's greatly appreciated
- Please keep an eye on small kids so they don't accidentally wander in front of trail users - thanks :)
- Horses - nice article listing good ideas for horseback riders and trail users - sponsored by Forever Free Farms in Dallas
- Bring:
- Cell phone
- Plenty to drink - the water fountains may not be working
- Tissue, toilet paper, or baby wipes
- Change
- Lip balm
- Camera
- Safety gear
- Inner Tubes
- In the warmer months, bring:
- Bug repellant
- Sun glasses
- Sunscreen
- Please:
- Keep dogs on a short leash, and under control
- Remove dog poop from the trail surface
- Remember to bring water for your dog
- Lock your valuables in the trunk of your vehicle, or keep them out of sight - cell phones, GPS, Blackberry's, cameras, iPods, laptops, wallets, pocket books, back packs...
- Please don't leave your vehicle in trailhead parking lots overnight