Decision Memo Completed

North and Middle Fork Flathead River Outfitter and Guide Permit Renewal

Flathead National Forest Flathead, Montana Glacier View Ranger District

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 Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
North and Middle Fork Flathead River Outfitter and Guide Permit RenewalDecision Signed Date: 04/22/2025
ForestsFlathead National Forest
DistrictsHungry Horse Ranger District; Glacier View Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management