Special Uses - Monarch Mtn Ski Area Exit Road Parking Expansion and Boulder Removal.
Proposal to expand parking along exit road and clean up ski trail edges by removing boulders that are currently stacked on the side of the trails. At proponents request this project is now cancelled.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Monarch Mountain Ski Area east of Salida, Colorado
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 02/24/2025 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Cancelled
Forests:
Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Districts:
Salida Ranger District
States:
Colorado
Counties:
Chaffee
Legal Land Description:
NMPM, T 49 N, R 6 E, Section 7, 8, 17, and 18
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Thomas Skaja
2840 Kachina Drive
Pueblo, CO 81008
719-530-3978
thomas.m.skaja@usda.gov
Last Updated: 12/5/2025