[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 227 (Tuesday, November 28, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Page 83075]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-26181]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites

AGENCY: Forest Service, Agriculture (USDA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Willamette National Forest is proposing to establish 
several new recreation fee sites. Recreation fee revenues collected at 
the new recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, 
and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee 
sites with similar amenities shows the recreation fees that would be 
charged at the new recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of 
similar recreation fee sites in the area.

DATES: If approved, the new recreation fees would be implemented no 
earlier than six months following the publication of this notice in the 
Federal Register.

ADDRESSES: Willamette National Forest, 3106 Pierce Parkway, Suite D, 
Springfield, OR 97477.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matt Peterson, Recreation Program 
Manager, 541-225-6421 or [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act 
(16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish a six-month 
advance notice in the Federal Register of establishment of new 
recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service Handbook 
2309.13, chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the proposed new 
recreation fee sites in local newspapers and other local publications 
for public comment. Most of the new recreation fee revenues would be 
spent where they are collected to enhance the visitor experience at the 
new recreation fee sites.
    An expanded amenity recreation fee of $16 per night and $6 per 
extra vehicle would be charged for the Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson 
Horse Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds. In addition, an expanded amenity 
recreation fee of $85 per night would be charged for rental of Marion 
Forks Guard Station and Gold Lake Cabin.
    Expenditures from recreation fee revenues collected at the new 
recreation fee sites would enhance recreation opportunities, improve 
customer service, and address maintenance needs. Once public 
involvement is complete, these new recreation fees will be reviewed by 
a Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and 
implementation. Reservations for Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson Horse 
Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds, Marion Forks Guard Station, and Gold 
Lake Cabin could be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 
877-444-6777. Reservations would cost $8.00 per reservation.

    Dated: November 21, 2023.
Troy Heithecker,
Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System.
[FR Doc. 2023-26181 Filed 11-27-23; 8:45 am]
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