• Observe trail signs.
• Plan your route—choose trails appropriate to your ability and fitness.
• Descending skiers have the right-of-way.
• Pass oncoming people to the right.
• Don't obstruct the trail. If you fall, move off the trail quickly and step off the trail during breaks.
• Don't walk on the trails without skis or snowshoes—footprints ruin the groomed trails.

Rules

• Classical Skiers: All trails, whether groomed with tracks or smoothed  for skating, are open to classical skiers.
• Skate Skiers:  Please use the trails designated and marked as skating trails. Skating over prepared tracks ruins the skiing for others.
• Snowshoers:  Please keep to the side of the ski trails. Walking on the groomed ski tracks ruins the skiing.
• Dog Owners:  Skiing with dogs is allowed only in the area south of Route 9.
• Everyone: Return to the Visitor Center before dusk.

Winter tips

• Care for your feet. Avoid blisters and cold feet—wear well-fitting, waterproof boots. Avoid too many layers of socks, which can impede circulation.
• Watch the weather. Notchview is often 10 degrees colder than the valleys. Temperatures drop quickly after sunset. Be aware of the wind chill factor—to avoid the wind, stick to the woods.
• Dress for winter. Wear layers that can be added or removed—a base layer to wick moisture from your body; a warm middle layer; and an outer layer that is wind and water resistant.
• Carry a daypack. Include a space blanket, first aid kit, matches, pocketknife, whistle, map, extra clothing, and water.
• Stay hydrated. Do not drink from the streams; potable water is available at the Budd Visitor Center.
• Know where you're going. Study the map and determine a route. Landmarks can be deceiving. Sign in at the Visitor Center. If you get lost, stay on the trail, if possible, or follow a stream downhill to a road. Route 9 is very noisy, so listen for trucks, and there are houses at the ends of Shaw and Bates Roads. After dark, seek shelter and stay put.
• Avoid skiing alone.