Federal Register #2026-18238

USDA Forest Service Proposes New Recreation Fees and Special Permits in Multiple National Forests

This opportunity involves the USDA Forest Service proposing new recreation fee sites and special recreation permits across several National Forests. - Government Buyer: - USDA Forest Service - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as the notice pertains to government-managed recreation sites. - Products/Services Requested: - Expanded and standard amenity fees for campgrounds, group sites, cabins, and special recreation permits - Example fees: - $25/night for Somerset Airfield Campground - $5/day per vehicle or $2.50/day per person at Grout Pond - $35 annual pass per vehicle for Grout Pond - $50/night for Kaler Hollow Group Campground (up to 50 people) - $70/night for Uinta Guard Station rental - $4/person/day for Cedar Creek Falls and Three Sisters Falls special recreation permits - Reservation transaction fee of $8 applies via recreation.gov (not a Forest Service fee) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Fee revenue will be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites, with at least 80% spent locally - Public involvement and review by Recreation Resource Advisory Committees will precede final decisions and implementation - Fees support visitor experience enhancements and site sustainability - No specific part numbers or commercial product requirements; all items are government-managed services and permits.

Description

The Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests, Ashley National Forest, and Cleveland National Forest are proposing to establish several recreation fee sites and special recreation permits. The fees collected would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites and related recreation uses. Proposed fees include nightly and daily charges for campgrounds, group sites, and special recreation permits, with fees comparable to similar sites in the area. Public involvement and review by Recreation Resource Advisory Committees will precede final decisions and implementation. Reservations can be made online or by phone, with an additional transaction fee charged by the reservation platform.

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