Construct 1/2 mile of trail to connect existing Pats Creek Trail to National Forest System road 6259. Construction includes aggregate, concrete steps and elevated boardwalk. Up to three spur trails proposed leading to wildlife viewing platforms.
Location
Near Pats Lake on Wrangell Island on National Forest System road 6259. Approximately 10 miles south of the town of Wrangell.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/21/2025
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Developed Site Management; Trail Management |
| Pats Lake Trail Extension | Decision Signed Date: 11/25/2025 |
| Forests | Tongass National Forest |
| Districts | Wrangell Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 64S; Range 84E; Section 5 |