[§198D-1]  Definitions.  For the purposeof this chapter:

"Access" means an easement or way:

(1)  Over which the general public has the right totravel; and

(2)  Which is used by the general public or intendedfor use by the general public primarily to reach or depart a public beach,shore, park, trail, or other public recreational area.

It includes a lateral easement along the shoreline,coastline, or beach.

"Department" means the department ofland and natural resources.

"Trail" means an identifiable linearcourse used primarily for or used to get a recreational, educational, orinspirational experience.  It includes, but is not limited to:

(1)  A corridor trail, which is a designated route,segregated from a highway, providing a continuous linkage between or amongmajor urban areas, fragmented accesses, and major trail areas;

(2)  A segment or connector trail, which is adesignated route from one locale to another; and

(3)  A special use trail, which is a designated coursefor a special activity or function. [L 1988, c 236, pt of §2]