Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

Issuing agencies

Abstract

The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is proposing to establish several recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed 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 that the proposed recreation fees are reasonable and typical of similar recreation fee sites in the area.

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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 200 (Monday, October 19, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Page 66073]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-21241]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

AGENCY: Forest Service, USDA.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is proposing to 
establish several recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees 
collected at the proposed 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 that the 
proposed recreation fees are reasonable and typical of similar 
recreation fee sites in the area.

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

ADDRESSES: Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest, 2880 Skyway Drive, 
Helena, MT 59602.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rory Glueckert, Recreation Program 
Manager, 406-495-3761, <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#580b157610141e071e3d3d07082a3728372b3934182d2b3c39763f372e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="5b08167513171d041d3e3e040b29342b34283a371b2e283f3a753c342d">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act 
(16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish in the 
Federal Register a six-month advance notice before establishment of 
proposed recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service 
Handbook 2309.13, Chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the 
proposed recreation fee sites and proposed recreation fees in local 
newspapers and other local publications for public comment. At least 80 
percent of the proposed recreation fees collected at the Helena-Lewis 
and Clark National Forest would remain available for expenditure at the 
Forest to enhance the visitor experience at the proposed recreation fee 
sites.
    A proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of $10 per night would 
be charged for Mill Falls Campground. A proposed expanded amenity 
recreation fee of $15 per night would be charged for Pine Grove and 
Falls Creek Campgrounds. In addition, a proposed expanded amenity 
recreation fee of $55 per night would be charged for rental of the 
Forest Lake and Highwood Cabins.
    Fee revenue would be used to enhance recreation opportunities, 
improve customer service, and address maintenance needs.
    Once public involvement is complete, the proposed recreation fee 
sites and proposed 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 <a href="http://www.recreation.gov">www.recreation.gov</a> or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations 
would cost $8.00 per reservation. The $8.00 reservation fee is a 
transaction fee charged by the <a href="http://recreation.gov">recreation.gov</a> reservation platform and 
is not a Forest Service recreation fee under the Federal Lands 
Recreation Enhancement Act. This transaction fee is retained by the 
service provider to support the cost of the reservation system.

Gordon Blum,
Associate Deputy Chief, Recreation and Heritage.
[FR Doc. 2026-21241 Filed 10-16-26; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3411-15-P


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