Wyoming parks department could require bike permits on selected trails

The parks department could select trails where bicycle riders must have permits and could set permit fees. The department could select trails it controls in state parks, historic sites, and recreation areas. Bicycle riders would include electric bike riders covered by department rules. Riders under 18 would not need a permit. Daily fees could be up to $5; yearly fees could be up to $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents. If enacted, the permit provisions would start July 1, 2027. Yearly permits would last through December 31; daily permits would last for the chosen calendar day.

Permit payments would go into an account the parks department could use for the trail program. Projects could be in state parks, historic sites, or recreation areas, or on connecting public trails within five miles of their boundaries. The department could also accept gifts and grants for the account. It could spend account money only on listed trail work, safety lessons, facilities, and projects in specified areas. If enacted, the account provision would start July 1, 2027.