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2013 Forest Service Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Guidelines (FSORAG)

4.3 Tent Pads and Tent Platforms

4.3.1 General.

Tent platforms are not required. Where provided, tent pads and tent platforms at single camping units shall comply with section 4.3 and shall be connected to an ORAR complying with section 2.0. Where camping units contain more than one tent pad or tent platform, at least 20 percent, but not less than two, of the tent pads or tent platforms shall comply with section 4.3.

drawing of tent on tent platform, with 2" maximum slope and 48" clear floor space around tent indicated

4.3.2 Clear Floor or Ground Space.

Tent pads and tent platforms shall have clear floor or ground space surrounding the tent that is at least 48 inches (1220 mm) wide. This space shall not overlap the ORAR.

Exception. Where a condition for exception in section 1.1 prohibits full compliance, the clear floor or ground space shall comply with 4.3.2 to the extent practicable.

4.3.3 Slope.

The slope of tent pads and tent platforms shall not exceed 1:48 (2 percent) in any direction.

Exception. When the surface is not paved or is not elevated above the natural ground, slopes not steeper than 1:33 (3 percent) shall be permitted where necessary for drainage. 

4.3.4 Tent Pad or Platform Surface.

Tent pads and platforms shall have a surface that is firm and stable and is designed to allow use of tent stakes and other tent securing devices.

Exception. Where a condition for exception in section 1.1 prohibits full compliance, the surface shall comply with 4.3.4 to the extent practicable

4.3.5 Transfer Height.

Tent platform surfaces that are not the same elevation as the ORAR shall be between 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum above the floor or ground surface adjacent to the ORAR to facilitate transfer from a wheelchair to the tent platform.

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