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Recreational Use / Trail Immunity by State

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

Whether the state has a recreational-use immunity statute, whether a nominal entry fee defeats immunity, and the willful-misconduct exception.

50 States2 data columnsLast updated: May 2026

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Statute ExistsFee PermittedWillful Misconduct
YesYes (under $25)Yes
YesNo chargeYes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesNo chargeYes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesNo chargeYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYes (nominal)Yes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesNo chargeYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
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YesYesYes
YesYesYes
YesYesYes
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YesYesYes
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YesYesYes
YesYesYes
NoN/AN/A

Recreational use statutes are based on the 1965 Council of State Governments model act and exist in all 50 states (DC has limited common-law protection). Federal land managers (USFS, BLM, NPS) are immune under the Federal Tort Claims Act discretionary-function exception for similar conduct.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.