Public input requested for proposed fee increases at Red Rock Canyon
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LAS VEGAS – The Bureau of Land Management requests public input on a proposed increase to amenity fees at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
“The BLM welcomes and values diverse views and is soliciting public opinion on how the fees would be used for managing and improving Red Rock Canyon,” said Catrina Williams, Red Rock/Sloan Field Manager. “Your input will help ensure the area remains a special place to enjoy and visit.”
The core basis of an adjustment in amenity fees is to ensure BLM meets its preservation, recreation, public enjoyment and visitor experience management goals identified in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Resource Management Plan and Record of Decision. The standard amenity fee charged at the 13-Mile Scenic Drive has not increased since 2011. Since that time, BLM has added numerous amenities, activities and services to improve visitor experiences.
Members of the public may provide input via email at BLM_NV_RedRock_BPlan@blm.gov, comment cards available at the Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center, and postal mail at: Red Rock Business Plan, Bureau of Land Management, 4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89130.
The BLM will also hold public meetings at the following times and locations:
- September 5 from 6-7 p.m. at the Rainbow Library Meeting Room, 3150 N. Buffalo Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89128.
- September 6 from 5-6 p.m. at the Rainbow Library Meeting Room.
- September 7 from 2-3 p.m. at the Sahara West Library Glass Room, 9600 W Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89117.
Red Rock Canyon was designated as Nevada's first national conservation area. It is located 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip on Charleston Boulevard/State Route 159. The area is includes a LEED certified visitor center, 13-Mile Scenic Drive, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain biking, road biking, picnic areas, nature observing and the Red Spring Interpretive Boardwalk. More information about Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is available at https://www.blm.gov/site-page/RRCNCA.
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.