Elk Meadows Trail Relocation and Meadow Restoration
Replace approximately 2.8 miles of Idaho Centennial Trail (#628) through Elk Meadow with the trail reroute for 4.8 miles. Decommission and rehabilitate abandoned trail. Restore and/or improve ecological functions and reduction of conifers in meadow.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area west of Highway 21, following FS 614 to the trailhead. Take trail 854 south to trail 853 and head west for 2.5 miles to the trail junction.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/2026 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 06/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 07/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Sawtooth National Recreation Area
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Trail Management; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Sawtooth National Forest
Districts:
Sawtooth National Recreation Area
States:
Idaho
Counties:
Custer
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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James Paris
5 North Fork Canyon Road
Ketchum, ID 83340
000-000-0000
James.Paris@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/12/2026