Notice of Final Supplementary Rule for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument in Dolores and Montezuma Counties, CO
CORTEZ, Colo. – The BLM has finalized a supplementary rule that will guide the visitor experience in Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. The final rule focuses on protecting public health and safety and preventing resource damage and addresses recreational sporting activities, camping, travel management, and collecting of geological and biological materials on nearly 175,000 acres of BLM-administered public lands in Dolores and Montezuma counties.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.