Decision Memo Completed

Southern Tenmile Recreation Access Project

White River National Forest Summit, Colorado East Zone/Dillon Ranger District

Recreation management and access improvements are proposed to the southern portion of the Tenmile Mountain Range in Summit County, CO. Proposed actions include recreation infrastructure improvements and trailhead access improvements.

Location

The proposed plan is located within a zone bordered by State Highway 9 on the east, Spruce Creek on the north, Blue Lakes on the south and the Tenmile Mountain Range divide on the west.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/15/2025
2
Comment Period
08/15/2025
3
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
06/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Special Use Authorizations; Trail Management
Southern Tenmile Recreation Access ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/02/2026
ForestsWhite River National Forest
DistrictsEast Zone/Dillon Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Recreation managementSpecial use management