Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

Issuing agencies

Abstract

The National Forests in North Carolina are proposing to establish two 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]
[Pages 66073-66074]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-21248]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

AGENCY: Forest Service, Agriculture (USDA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The National Forests in North Carolina are proposing to 
establish two 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: National Forests in North Carolina, Attention: Logan Free, 
160 Zillicoa Street, Asheville, NC 28801.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Logan Free, Developed Recreation 
Program Manager, 828-257-4256, <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#95c6d8bbd3c6bbdbd3e6dbd6f3f0f0e6d5e0e6f1f4bbf2fae3"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="0d5e40234b5e23434b7e434e6b68687e4d787e696c236a627b">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement

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Act (16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish in the 
Federal Register a six-month advance notice before the 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 National 
Forests in North Carolina 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 $50 per day would be 
charged for the Rocky Bluff Picnic Area and Poplar Boat Launch group 
picnic 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 and proposed recreation fees will be reviewed by a Resource 
Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and implementation. 
Reservations for group picnic sites can be made online at 
<a href="http://www.recreation.gov">www.recreation.gov</a> or by calling (877) 444-6777. 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. 2026-21248 Filed 10-16-26; 8:45 am]
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