What do the trail markers mean?
What do the trail markers mean? If you see one trail marker straight ahead it means, go straight. If you see two trail markers, one slightly higher on the left it means make a left turn. If you see two trail markers, one slightly higher on the right, it means make a right turn.
What do white trail markers mean?
The most commonly referred blazes are White, Blue, and Yellow. White Blazes: As mentioned, these blazes mark the trail. The single white blaze is most common, but a double white blaze (two blazes stacked on top of one another) indicate a sharp turn in the trail.
What are the rock markers on trails called?
Wonder no more—these rock piles are called cairns and often mark hiking routes in parks. Every park has different rules about cairns, so it's always a good idea to check out a park's website for information on hiking trails before you go.