Decision Memo Completed

Switchback - Calico Peak Loop Trail

Lincoln National Forest Otero, New Mexico Sacramento Ranger District

The purpose of this project is to increase long distance recreational opportunities for forest users. The Forest Service proposes to connect a segment of the Rails to Trails' trail with the proposed connector trail, approx. 5.18 miles, to form a loop

Location

The connector trail is located 3.6 miles northeast of High Rolls, north of Highway 82 and east of Calico Peak Vista. Access and staging will take place on Forest Road 162 (Calico Peak Road).

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
03/21/2022
2
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Switchback Trail - Calico Peak Vista Western Loop TrailDecision Signed Date: 04/18/2022
ForestsLincoln National Forest
DistrictsSacramento Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.15.S R.11E. Sec 25,36,31,30,29
Recreation management