The U.S Forest Service plans to re-route the terminus on the Big Four Ice Cave Trail. The proposed action would create a new trail and trail terminus. The existing trail and acre trail terminus would be decommissioned to improve safety and experience
Location
The proposed project would take place at the Big Four Ice Caves Trail on the Mt Loop Highway, approximately 35 miles east of Granite Falls, Washington.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
10/15/2024
2
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Trail Management; Scenery Management |
| Big Four Ice Caves Trail Terminus Re-Route | Decision Signed Date: 12/13/2024 |
| Forests | Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest |
| Districts | Darrington Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | SE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of S28 T30N R10E Willamette Meridian, Washington Lat/Long 48* 3'16.17"N, 121?31'11.53"W |