The Ashley National Forest is proposing to establish two recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites and for the proposed speci...
The Ashley National Forest is proposing to establish two recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites and for the proposed special recreation permit would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites and the special recreation use covered by the proposed special recreation permit. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites and special recreation uses with similar amenities shows that the proposed recreation fees are reasonable and typical of similar recreation fee sites and special recreation uses in the area.
DATES:
If approved, the proposed recreation fees would be established no earlier than six months following the publication of this notice in the
Federal Register
.
ADDRESSES:
Ashley National Forest, Attention: Recreation Fees, 355 North Vernal Avenue, Vernal, UT 84078.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Ryan Buerkle, Forest Recreation Program Manager, (435) 789-1181,
ryan.buerkle@usda.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish in the
Federal Register
a six-month advance notice before establishment of proposed recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service Handbook 2309.13, Chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the proposed recreation fee sites and proposed recreation fees in local newspapers and other local publications for public comments. At least 80 percent of the proposed recreation fees would be spent where they are collected to enhance the visitor experience at the proposed recreation fee sites.
A proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of $50 per night for groups up to 50 people would be charged for Kaler Hollow Group Campground. In addition, a proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of $70 per night would be charged for rental of Uinta Guard Station.
Fee revenue would be used to enhance recreation opportunities, improve customer service, and address maintenance needs.
Once public involvement is complete, the proposed recreation fee sites, proposed special recreation permit, and proposed recreation fees will be presented to the appropriate Recreation Resource Advisory Committee for review and recommendation prior to a final decision and implementation. Reservations for campgrounds and cabins could be made online at
www.recreation.gov
or by calling (877) 444-6777. Reservations would cost $8.00 per reservation. The $8.00 reservation fee is a transaction fee charged by the
recreation.gov
reservation platform and is not a Forest Service recreation fee under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. This transaction fee is retained by the service provider to support the cost of the reservation system.
16 U.S.C. 6803(b)
www.recreation.gov