BLM seeks additional public input on dispersed camping proposal for Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges
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MOAB, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management Moab Field Office announces a second comment period for feedback on a proposal to limit camping to designated sites in a portion of the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Special Recreation Management Area northwest of Moab, Utah. If approved, this proposal would limit camping to designated campsites and would require the use of a fire pan and packed-out ash from fires, in addition to prohibiting wood-gathering, collecting, and cutting in the 187-square mile area. The BLM will accept comments on this proposal through April 21, 2023.
“The BLM proposes to designate sites where dispersed camping can occur sustainably,” said BLM Moab Field Manager David Pals. “Following requests for additional information about dispersed campsites during the initial spring 2022 comment period, our team updated this proposal with an inventory of more than 365 known dispersed camping locations. We appreciate the vital role of the public’s interest and look forward to additional feedback.”
The public lands within the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges area include popular sites for Moab residents and visitors to the area. Biking, horseback riding, hiking, scenic driving, climbing, slacklining and BASE jumping are popular uses. This proposal would support camping opportunities in a manner that will minimize resource damage and public health and safety issues that are currently being experienced in this area.
Written comments will be accepted by letter, ePlanning, or email until Apr. 22, 2023. The most useful comments are specific and contain new technical or scientific information relevant to the proposed action. While comments may be made on the entire proposal, the BLM is asking for specific feedback on the dispersed campsite inventory. Comments that contain only opinions or preferences will not receive a formal response but may be considered in the BLM decision-making process. Please reference “Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Camping Proposal” when submitting comments.
Written comments may be mailed, emailed, or submitted through ePlanning.
- Mail or hand-delivery: BLM Moab Field Office, 82 Dogwood Ave, Moab, UT 84532
- Email: BLM_UT_MB_Comments@blm.gov
- ePlanning: https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2015209/510
Before including an address, phone number, email address, or other personally identifiable information in any comments, be aware that the entire comment—including personal identifying information—may be made publicly available at any time. Requests to withhold personal identifying information from public review can be submitted, but the BLM cannot guarantee that it will be able to do so.
For additional information, please contact Katie Stevens at 435-259-2100. Public domain photos are available on the BLM’s Flickr website.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.