Decision Memo Completed

Sabino Canyon Visitor Center Reimagined

Coronado National Forest Pima, Arizona Santa Catalina Ranger District

Replace outdated public and office facilities at the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area with a visitor center, administrative complex and associated parking that can serve the needs of future generations.

Location

The Sabino Canyon Visitor Center, USFS offices, Crawler boarding area, primary parking area, entry plaza, restrooms, and the Bajada Loop Trail (all located within the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area).

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/11/2024
2
Decision
10/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.12 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(12); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Trail Management
Sabino Canyon Visitor Center ReimaginedDecision Signed Date: 10/27/2025
ForestsCoronado National Forest
DistrictsSanta Catalina Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 13 South, Range 15 East Section 9 Gila-Salt River Principal Meridian
Recreation managementFacility management