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Rules & Regulations

Do you know the Black Butte Ranch Rules and Regulations? 

Here is a list of FAQs and downloadable forms to help you. 

 Complete List of Ranch Rules & Regulations Summary of Ranch Rules & Regulations
Vehicles 

BBR issued Access Pass must be displayed on your vehicles at all times.

Bike Paths 

Unless the bike path is unavailable, bike cyclists, walkers, joggers, skaters, and personal mobility devices are to use the bike path, NOT the roadways.

Bicycles 

Bicycles may only be used on bike paths or roadways and are not allowed on any nature trails. E-Bikes must be registered at the Glaze Meadow Bike Shop.  E-Bikes must not exceed 15 mph and riders of E-Bikes must wear helmets.  Minimum age for riding E-bikes is 16 years old. 

Dogs 

Dogs are welcome at BBR, however, they must be under control by leash at all times when off an Owner's private propertyIMMEDIATE cleaning up after dogs is required—dog waste bag dispensers and disposal sites are conveniently located at key locations throughout BBR 

Skateboards, Longboards & Rollerblades 

Skateboards, including but limited to Long Boards, Hover Boards and Onewheels are not allowed. (Rollerblades and Razor Scooters are allowed). 

Motorcycles & ATVs 

Motorcycles are not allowed beyond the gates of Black Butte Ranch.  ATVs and UTVs are not allowed anywhere on the ranch. (BBR maintenance vehicles are excluded). 

Parking 

No parking on roadways or shoulders except for designated areas for pre-authorized events.No overnight parking of trailers, motorhomes or RV”s in any BBR lot (Parking of these are allowed on owner property, however, limited to 48 hours). 

 

Firearms 

Discharging of firearms  is prohibited. 

Fireworks 

All fireworks (possession, use, and sale of) are prohibited. 

 

Swimming in Lakes & Streams 

Swimming and/or wading in all lakes and streams is prohibited. 

Fishing in Lakes & Streams 

Fishing is prohibited in any lake or stream other than Lake Phalarope. Where fishing is permitted, it shall be fly fishing only with barbless hooks and a catch and release procedure.  An Oregon fishing license is required. 

Floatation Devices 

Flotation devices on all lakes and streams are prohibited. The only exceptions are BBR provided rental equipment during designated hours on Lake Phalarope.