Harbor Mountain / Gavan Trail Reroute
Proposal to reroute the steep Gavan Hill section of the Harbor Mountain/Gavan Hill trail (1.5 miles) to a more gradual grade (2.1 miles). The new trail surface will be primarily gravel with pre-formed concrete steps.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The Harbor Mountain/Gavan Trail is on Baranof Island just outside of the City of Sitka.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 09/10/2021 |
| Decision | 07/2022 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 05/2023 (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:
Sitka Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Facility Management; Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance; Trail Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Gavan Hill Trail Reconstruction
Decision Signed Date: 07/25/2022
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Sitka Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Sitka
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Michael Mullin
204 Siginaka Way
Sitka, AK 99835
406-362-7010
michael.mullin@usda.gov
Last Updated: 7/27/2022