Black Canyon and Aspen Canyon Trail Reroutes
Project Summary
Current Status:
In Progress
Location Summary:
T13S, R11W, Sec. 7, 8, 35; T14S, R11W Sec. 2, 3. Project includes abandonment of existing, damaged sections of Aspen Canyon Trail and Black Canyon Trail, rerouting them to higher ground with more resilient and sustainable profiles. Black Canyon Trail reroute also avoids crossing of private property.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| NEPA Start Date | 8/1/2026 |
| Finding/Decision Date |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USDA-26d-USFS
Lead Management Unit:
Wilderness Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Projects that may affect wilderness (for mailing list contacts); Recreation management
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 1/2027 (Estimated)
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Grant
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Brian Stultz
c/o Wilderness Ranger District
HC 68 Box 50
Mimbres, New Mexico 88049
575-536-2250
Brian.Stultz@usda.gov
Last Updated: 9/2/2026