Trail Easement Agreement Template for Canada

1. Indigenous Rights and Consultation: Required when trail crosses or affects First Nations territories or traditional lands

2. Public Access Provisions: Needed when the trail is intended for public use rather than private access

3. Commercial Activities: Include when commercial uses of the trail are contemplated

4. Special Events: Include when the trail may be used for organized events or gatherings

5. Emergency Access: Required when trail provides critical emergency or alternate access to properties

6. Seasonal Use Provisions: Include for trails with different summer/winter uses or seasonal closures

7. Conservation Covenants: Include when trail passes through environmentally sensitive areas requiring special protection

8. Archaeological Protection: Required when trail area contains or may contain archaeological resources

9. Subdivision and Development: Include when future development of adjacent lands may affect the trail

1. Schedule A - Legal Description: Detailed legal description of the property and easement area

2. Schedule B - Trail Map: Survey or map showing exact location and dimensions of trail easement

3. Schedule C - Permitted Uses Matrix: Detailed breakdown of allowed activities and any seasonal restrictions

4. Schedule D - Maintenance Standards: Specific maintenance requirements and standards for trail upkeep

5. Schedule E - Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance requirements including coverage types and amounts

6. Schedule F - Environmental Protection Measures: Specific environmental protection requirements and sensitive areas

7. Schedule G - Trail Construction Standards: Technical specifications for trail construction and improvements

8. Schedule H - Signage Requirements: Specifications for required warning, directional, and informational signage

9. Appendix 1 - Photographs: Current photographs of trail area and significant features

10. Appendix 2 - Baseline Documentation: Documentation of trail condition at time of agreement