Sandia Cave Improvements Project
Sandia Cave NHL Improvements Project has been designed to help the Sandia Ranger District manage the site at a level commensurate with the current visitation demands that are increasingly impacting the safety, environment, and visitor experience.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Sandia Cave parking lot/trailhead is located approximately 2.4 miles south of the forest boundary to the east side of NM 165. The cave is located at the end of the trail (0.5 miles)
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/02/2025 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Sandia Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Heritage Resource Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Heritage Resource Management; Trail Management; Special Area Management
Current Status:
In Progress
Forests:
Cibola National Forest
Districts:
Sandia Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Sandoval
Legal Land Description:
T12N R5E Sec 22
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Sandra Coambs
11776 Hwy 337
Tijeras, NM 87059
505-281-3304 ext 5104
sandra.coambs@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/2/2025