Press Releases

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Utah

Delta Wild Horse and Burro Facility scheduled to resume adoptions by appointment only

DELTA, Utah —The Bureau of Land Management has begun a phased approach to resuming adoptions at the Delta Wild Horse and Burro facility.

Utah, Paria River DO

BLM to restore in-person day hiking permits for Coyote Buttes North on June 15

KANAB, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced today that the in-person lottery for day-use hiking permits at Coyote Buttes North, commonly known as The Wave, will resume o

Utah

Tabby Canyon Fire Prevention Order rescinded

West Valley City, Utah—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) West Desert District has reopened BLM-managed public lands on Stansbury Island following 100% containment of the Tabby Canyon and N

Utah

BLM protects Muddy Creek and Sinbad herds by allowing them to seek water and forage naturally

PRICE, Utah —The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is protecting the Muddy Creek Herd Management Area (HMA) wild horses and the Sinbad HMA burros from harm by removing unauthorized water troughs on B

Utah

BLM invites public comment on proposed campground project

RICHFIELD, Utah –The public is invited to comment on a draft environmental assessment (EA) prepared by the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Richfield Field Office, analyzing the potent

West Desert DO

Fire Prevention Order issued for BLM-managed lands on Stansbury Island (Vicinity of Tabby Canyon Fire)

West Valley City, Utah—The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) West Desert District has issued a fire prevention order restricting access to BLM-managed lands in the v

Utah, Canyon Country DO

BLM seeking comments on a proposal limiting roped and aerial recreation activities in Mineral and Hell Roaring Canyons

MOAB, Utah — The BLM is requesting input from the public on a proposal to protect wildlife and raptors though restricting roped and aerial activities within Mineral and Hell Roarin

Utah, West Desert DO

BLM to convey land to the City of Hyde Park

WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management Salt Lake Field Office has published a Notice of Realty Action in the Federal Register for conveyance of public

Utah

BLM conveys 790 acres to Uintah County

VERNAL, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management Vernal Field Office today announced the conveyance of 790 acres of public lands, known as Ashley Springs Property, in Uintah County.

Utah, West Desert DO

The BLM will reopen Little Sahara Recreation Area on May 13

FILLMORE, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Fillmore Field Office announced today that it will reopen the Little Sahara Recreation Area on May 13 following updates to COVID-19-

Utah

BLM Utah Resource Advisory Council to Hold Conference Call Meeting

SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold a meeting of the Utah Resource Advisory Council (RAC) via conference call on June 10, 2020. The meeting will take place from 8 a.m.

Utah, West Desert DO

Online credit card payment available for three recreation sites in the BLM Salt Lake Field Office

WEST VALLEY, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Salt Lake Field Office is now accepting online payment for fees associated with Knolls Off-Highway Vehicle Special Recreatio

Utah, Canyon Country DO

BLM seeks input on proposed improvements for the House on Fire Trailhead

MONTICELLO, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Monticello Field Office is initiating a public scoping period for a preliminary proposal to improve the parking area and trailhead

Utah

The BLM seeks public comment on the proposed Lila Canyon Mine lease modification in Carbon County

PRICE, Utah – Consistent with the U.S.

Utah, Canyon Country DO

BLM seeks nominations to Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committee

MONTICELLO, Utah — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) today announced that it is seeking public nominations for five positions on the Bears Ears National Monument Advisory Committ

Utah

BLM seeks public comment on Good Water Rim Trail proposal

PRICE, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on the preliminary environmental assessment (EA) for the Good Water Rim Trail and associated area.

Utah

As Easter weekend approaches the BLM reminds the public to recreate responsibly and explore public lands in their backyard

SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is encouraging visitors to recreate close to home as expressed by Governor of Utah Gary R.

Utah

BLM Utah State Office is closed until further notice

January 2020 Update: The Utah State BLM Office is currently open for in-person access on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Utah

March oil and gas lease sale nets over $284,000

SALT LAKE CITY — In keeping with the Administration’s goals of promoting American energy independence, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Utah quarterly oil and gas lease sale resulted

West Desert DO

BLM reopens Little Sahara Recreation Area Visitor Center

FILLMORE, Utah – The Bureau of Land Management Fillmore Field Office will reopen the Little Sahara Recreation Area Visitor Center on March 6.

Utah

The BLM announces avoidance areas to protect raptors in Indian Creek

MONTICELLO, Utah – Each spring raptors return to the Indian Creek area for nesting.

Utah

BLM seeks comments on four parcels offered in June oil and gas lease sale

SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) proposes to offer four parcels, totaling approximately 4,376.5 acres, at the June competitive oil and gas lease sale.