BLM proposes supplemental rules for the Guffey Gorge area
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CANON CITY, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public input on proposed supplementary rules for Guffey Gorge. An increasing number of visitors are drawn to Guffey Gorge because of the scenic canyon carved out by Fourmile Creek and its unique, water-based recreation opportunities. These supplementary rules would regulate certain activities within the planning area to reduce conflicts between users, reduce public health and safety concerns, and reduce impacts to natural resources.
“The dramatic increase in visitor use at this site in recent years has caused a number of issues and concerns that need to be addressed,” said Keith Berger, BLM Royal Gorge Field Manager. “We have worked closely with concerned citizens and local agencies to develop a strategy that hopefully addresses most of these issues and still allows the public to enjoy the site.”
The proposed supplementary rules implement specific management actions outlined in the management plan. The proposed rules prohibit: possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages in the area; parking a motor vehicle outside of designated parking areas; playing amplified music; and bringing an animal into the area unless it is on a leash. The purpose of these rules is to reduce user conflicts, reduce damage to natural resources and the environment, and protect public safety.
Mail or hand deliver comments to Linda Skinner, Outdoor Recreation Planner, BLM Royal Gorge Field Office, 3028 E. Main Street, Canon City, CO 81212. You may also send comments via e-mail torgfo_comments@blm.gov (include “Proposed Supplementary Rules - Guffey Gorge” in the subject line). Before including your address, phone number, e-mail address, or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment—including your personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so.
For the specific rule language contact the Royal Gorge Field Office at (719) 269-8500, go to www.blm.gov, or refer to the Federal Register Notice published on June 1, 2016.
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.