This project would facilitate the renewal of five existing priority outfitter and guide special use permits on the non-wilderness portions of the North and Middle Forks of the Three Forks of the Flathead Wild and Scenic River.
Location
The project includes the segment of the North Fork from Border access site to Blankenship Bridge and the segment of the Middle Fork from Bear Creek to the House of Mystery access site.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
09/18/2024
2
Decision
04/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| North and Middle Fork Flathead River Outfitter and Guide Permit Renewal | Decision Signed Date: 04/22/2025 |
| Forests | Flathead National Forest |
| Districts | Hungry Horse Ranger District; Glacier View Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |