Food Storage Cable, Locker, and Box Systems
Overview
Some managed campsites provide food storage structures such as bear cables, metal lockers, or storage boxes to reduce wildlife conflicts and ensure compliance with regional regulations.
Key points
- These systems provide secure storage for food and scented items.
- Availability varies by campsite and jurisdiction.
- Use of designated storage systems may be mandatory.
- They reduce the need for personal bear-resistant equipment in some areas.
- Structures are maintained to discourage wildlife habituation.
Details
Food storage systems are built to prevent wildlife access. Bear cables allow hikers to hang food at prescribed heights, while metal lockers and storage boxes provide rigid containment.
Rules often require hikers to store all attractants, including trash, cookware, toiletries, and fuel canisters.
Using these systems correctly ensures compliance with wildlife protection policies and reduces reliance on personal equipment where such infrastructure exists.
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