Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

Issuing agencies

Abstract

The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit proposes 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 66075]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-21243]


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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 Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit proposes 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: Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, Attention: Recreation 
Fees, 35 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lisa Herron, Public Affairs 
Specialist, (530) 721-3898, <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#6e3d2340283d403c5b40223a2c233b40280b0b3e1c011e011d0f022e1b1d0a0f40090118"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2576680b63760b77100b69716768700b63404075574a554a56444965505641440b424a53">[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 Lake Tahoe 
Basin Management Unit would remain available for expenditure at the 
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit to enhance the visitor experience at 
the proposed recreation fee sites
    A proposed expanded amenity recreation fee of $20 per night would 
be charged for Luther Pass Overflow Campground and Watson Lake 
Campground.
    A proposed standard amenity recreation fee of $10 per day per 
vehicle would be charged at 64 Acres Riverside Picnic Site, Echo 
Trailhead, and Kiva Picnic Area (Tallac Historic Area) developed 
recreation sites. Additionally, a proposed standard amenity recreation 
fee of $10 per day per vehicle for the first year of implementation, 
and $15 per day per vehicle, after five years of implementation, would 
be charged for Big Meadow Trailhead, Kiva Beach, and Taylor Creek 
Visitor Center. The America the Beautiful--the National Parks and 
Federal Recreational Lands Pass would be honored at these standard 
amenity recreation fee sites.
    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 will be reviewed by a 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. A Reservation 
fee of $8.00 per reservation will be added to the cost of the 
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. 2026-21243 Filed 10-16-26; 8:45 am]
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