Categorical Exclusion Developing Proposal

Elkins Area Shared Trails System (EAST): Phase 1

Monongahela National Forest Randolph, West Virginia Cheat Ranger District

Proposal for approximately 15 miles of dual-purpose bike and hiking trails stretching between the Stuart Recreation Area and Bickle Knob. Proposal also includes two overlooks, improved parking areas, and constructing two trail bridges. Originally under PALS #67963.

Location

Around Stuart recreation area and Bickle Knob outside of Elkins, WV

Project timeline

1
NEPA Start Date
4/7/2025
2
Finding/Decision Date

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical ExclusionUSDA-26d-USFS; USDA-44d-USFS
Recreation management