Switchback - Calico Peak Loop Trail
The purpose of this project is to increase long distance recreational opportunities for forest users. The Forest Service proposes to connect a segment of the Rails to Trails' trail with the proposed connector trail, approx. 5.18 miles, to form a loop
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The connector trail is located 3.6 miles northeast of High Rolls, north of Highway 82 and east of Calico Peak Vista. Access and staging will take place on Forest Road 162 (Calico Peak Road).
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 03/21/2022 |
| Decision | 04/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2022 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Sacramento Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Trail Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Switchback Trail - Calico Peak Vista Western Loop Trail
Decision Signed Date: 04/18/2022
Forests:
Lincoln National Forest
Districts:
Sacramento Ranger District
States:
New Mexico
Counties:
Otero
Legal Land Description:
T.15.S R.11E. Sec 25,36,31,30,29
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LaTasha Wauneka
P.O. Box 288
Cloudcroft, NM 88317
575-682-5320
latasha.wauneka@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/31/2022