Decision Memo Completed

Big Four Ice Caves Trail Terminus Re-Route

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Snohomish, Washington Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest All Units

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 Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Trail Management; Scenery Management
Big Four Ice Caves Trail Terminus Re-RouteDecision Signed Date: 12/13/2024
ForestsMt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
DistrictsDarrington Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSE 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
Recreation management