Refer to other manual sections for trail sign information. During the trail planning and design stages consider:

• trailhead signs
• en route direction signs
• information signs
• hazard signs
• interpretive signs
  
  
• Minimize the number of trail signs. Avoid too many signs by paying attention to design techniques for managing trail use.
  
  
• Match the type of sign to the recreation and natural setting. For example, use subtle less intrusive signs in wilderness areas, more prominent signs in high use areas where warnings or regulations may be important.
  
  
• Follow established sign design principles for ease of reading and comprehension. Minimize wording on trail and interpretive signs.
  
  
• Consider pictorial and symbol signs in place of verbal warnings. Use humour in the message where appropriate.
  
  
• Consider low, ankle-level signs to help prevent trampling of vegetation or disturbance of artifacts along trail routes.
  
  
• Use international or national standards and symbols for signs. For example use standard Cross Country Canada signs for cross-country skiing trail signs. See Cross country and Ski Touring Development Guidelines - B.C. Parks.