Mound State Monument exists as an instrument for PRESERVATION. Visitors are requested to aid the Monument administration by carefully observing the following regulations. These rules are enforced for the comfort and convenience of the visitor as well as for the protection of scenic and archaeologic features.

Automobiles.

Monument roadways are altogether recreational in character and the speed of vehicle traffic is therefore limited to 15 miles per hour. Drive carefully for the protection of yourself and other visitors.

Grounds.

The Monument is a wildlife sanctuary. Birds and animals must not be molested. HUNTING AND FISHING ARE PROHIBITED. Firearms or air rifles must not be carried within the Monument boundaries.

Trees and shrubs must not be broken. Do not carve initials on or pull the bark from trees. Flowers must not be picked. The injury or defacement of any natural feature is prohibited.

Private Operators and Advertising.

To solicit or sell anything, no matter of what nature, except by persons holding contract with Mound State Monument is prohibited.

No advertising, or distribution of placards or advertising matter, is permitted on the Monument grounds.

Fires.

Fires are one of the greatest perils to the natural features of the Monument. Smokers are requested to exercise care in the disposal of matches, cigarettes etc. Picknickers must confine fires to designated areas and extinguish them completely before leaving.

Picknickers.

All visitors are welcome to utilize the public picnic area and campground. Picnicking must be confined to sites designated by the caretaker.

Do not throw paper, lunch refuse or other trash on the roads, trails, or elsewhere. Deposit all such debris in the receptacles provided for that purpose. Picnickers may burn combustible rubbish in incinerators.

Special permission must be obtained to use picnic areas after dark.

Buildings and Archaeologic Features.

To mar or deface any building, or to mark, disturb or injure any archaeologic feature on the Monument grounds, is a violation of the law.

Caretaker and Guides.

The caretaker and guides are here to help and advise you as well as to enforce regulations. Consult them about anything pertaining to the Monument.