NPSProposed Rule
Mammoth Cave National Park: Bicycling and Horses
EnvironmentTransportation
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Summary
The National Park Service is proposing new rules for Mammoth Cave National Park about where and how visitors can ride bicycles and horses on park trails. These rules aim to balance outdoor recreation with protecting the cave system and natural environment that the park is known for.
Key Points
- 1The Park Service is taking public input on whether to allow bicycling and horseback riding on certain trails in Mammoth Cave National Park
- 2The proposal could affect visitors who want to use bikes or horses to explore the park, as well as hikers and other park users who share the trails
- 3The public comment deadline is April 11, 2026 — anyone with concerns or support for these rules can submit feedback to the Park Service
- 4The rules will likely set specific trails where bikes and horses are allowed versus prohibited to minimize damage to cave entrances and hiking paths
- 5Final rules will be decided after the Park Service reviews public comments, so visitor input during this period could influence the outcome
Key Dates
Published
February 9, 2026
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