Nogales Ranger District Recreation Enhancements
Repair and maintain recreation sites, construct and reconstruct trails in Oak Tree Canyon, Madera Canyon and Pena Blanca Lake. Modifications include trail adoption and sustainable reroutes, accessibility and access improvements.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The proposed action is located withing Pena Blanca Lake recreation area, Madera Canyon recreation area, and Oak Tree Canyon.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 04/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.12 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(12); 32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Nogales Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Road Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Trail Management; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Coronado National Forest
Districts:
Nogales Ranger District
States:
Arizona
Counties:
Pima; Santa Cruz
Legal Land Description:
Pena Blanca Projects: T23S R12E Sections 23 and 26; Madera Canyon Projects: T19S R15E Section 19, T19S R14E Sections 26 and 35, T 20S 14E Section 2; Oak Tree Canyon: T19S R16E Section 4
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Lauren Atkinson
303 Old Tuscon Road
Nogales, AZ 85621
520-388-8427
lauren.atkinson@usda.gov
Last Updated: 11/19/2025