[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 70 (Wednesday, April 10, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Page 25231]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-07531]


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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 Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is proposing to establish 
several new recreation fee sites. Proposed new recreation fees 
collected at the proposed 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 proposed 
new recreation fees that would be charged at the proposed new 
recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of similar recreation 
fee sites in the area.

DATES: If approved, the proposed new recreation fee sites and proposed 
new recreation fees would be established no earlier than six months 
following the date of publication of this notice in the Federal 
Register.

ADDRESSES: Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, 1200 Franklin Way, Sparks, 
Nevada 89431.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Randy Kyes, Recreation Program 
Manager, (775) 331-6444 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 proposed 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 and proposed new recreation fees in local 
newspapers and other local publications for public comment. Most of the 
proposed new recreation fees collected at the proposed new recreation 
fee sites would be spent where they are collected to enhance the 
visitor experience at the sites.
    A proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of $10 per night would 
be charged for Barley Creek Trailhead, Big Creek, Columbine, Jack 
Creek, Kingston, Peavine Creek, Pine Creek, Pine Creek (Tonopah Ranger 
District), San Juan Community Use Area, Sawmill, Slide Creek, and 
Toquima Cave Campgrounds. A proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of 
$250 per hour for groups of up to 250 people would be charged for 
Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway Amphitheater, and a proposed expanded 
amenity recreation fee of $50 per hour for groups of up to 36 people 
would be charged for the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway Education 
Center.
    Expenditures of the proposed new recreation fees collected at the 
proposed new recreation fee sites would enhance recreation 
opportunities, improve customer service, and address maintenance needs. 
Once the public involvement process is complete, the proposed new 
recreation fee sites and proposed new recreation fees will be reviewed 
by a Recreation Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision 
and implementation. Reservations for campgrounds and cabins could be 
made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. 
Reservations would cost $8.00 per reservation.

    Dated: March 29, 2024.
Jacqueline Emanuel,
Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System.
[FR Doc. 2024-07531 Filed 4-9-24; 8:45 am]
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