The Leave No Trace principles aim to minimize human impact on natural areas by promoting responsible outdoor recreation practices.

The Leave No Trace principles do not include the principle of "Leave what you find". Instead, they encourage people to leave natural objects where they are found.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Dispose of waste properly" recommends camping at least 200 feet (61 meters) away from water sources to prevent contamination.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Dispose of waste properly" recommends burying human waste in a shallow cathole at least 6-8 inches deep and 200 feet (61 meters) away from water sources.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Respect wildlife" recommends observing wildlife from a distance to avoid disturbing them.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Be careful with fire" recommends reporting any fires you encounter in the wilderness to the authorities immediately.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Store food and toiletries properly" recommends keeping food and toiletries in a sealed container to prevent attracting wildlife.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Minimize your impact on vegetation" recommends walking on established trails, camping in designated campsites, and avoiding touching plants and flowers to minimize your impact on vegetation.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Leave What You Find" encourages people to leave natural objects where they are found to preserve the natural beauty of the wilderness.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Dispose of waste properly" recommends avoiding washing dishes and clothes in natural water sources to prevent contamination.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Minimize your impact on soil" recommends walking on established trails, camping in designated campsites, and avoiding digging or trenching to minimize your impact on soil.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Be careful with fire" recommends avoiding building large campfires to minimize your impact on air quality.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Be considerate of other visitors" recommends being respectful of other campers, keeping your voice down, and avoiding using loud equipment or music to minimize your impact on noise levels.

The Leave No Trace principle of "Respect cultural resources" recommends respecting cultural and historical sites, avoiding touching or removing artifacts, and leaving them as you found them.