Bluewood Lift Replacement and On-Mountain Projects
Bluewood proposes to enhance their user experience through replacement of an aging lift, lodge renovations, overnight lodging development, mountain bike trail development, ski run improvements and construction, and snowmaking installation.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project is within the existing Special Use Permit boundary of Bluewood Ski Area.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/01/2024 |
| Comment Period | 08/22/2024 |
| Decision | 12/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Umatilla National Forest All Units
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Bluewood Lift Replacement and On-Mountain Projects
Decision Signed Date: 12/12/2024
Forests:
Umatilla National Forest
Districts:
Walla Walla Ranger District
States:
Washington
Counties:
Columbia
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Andrew Steele
2517 S.W. Hailey Avenue
Pendleton, OR 97801
509-522-6276
andrew.steele@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/23/2025