Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Pocatello FO
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Christmas tree permits available in east Idaho

The BLM is issuing $10 Christmas tree permits that allow the public to harvest one tree per family from BLM-managed public lands in southeastern Idaho.
Idaho
Bayhorse Recreation Site

BLM to temporarily close portions of Bayhorse Recreation Site for repairs

The Bureau of Land Management Challis Field Office will temporarily close the campground at the Bayhorse Recreation Site to repair the potable and irrigation water systems.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Pocatello FO
Pipeline bridge over the Snake River at sunset

BLM approves relocation, burial of pipeline spanning Snake River

The BLM has approved a project to relocate and bury a natural gas pipeline near American Falls in southeast Idaho’s Power County.
Idaho
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Filing of surveys - Idaho

The plats and/or field notes of the following described surveys are scheduled to be officially filed in the BLM, Idaho State Office, Boise, Idaho.
Filing of surveys - Idaho
Idaho, Coeur d Alene DO, Cottonwood FO
Hammer Creek Recreation Site

Emergency shut down of amenities at BLM Hammer Creek Recreation Site in Idaho Panhandle

Emergency shut down of amenities at BLM Hammer Creek Recreation Site in Idaho Panhandle
Idaho
BLM-managed public lands in Caribou County, Idaho. BLM photograph.

BLM accepting nominations for geothermal development in Idaho

The BLM is accepting nominations of Idaho public lands for competitive geothermal leasing for the geothermal lease sale tentatively scheduled for October 2026. All nominations must be received by Oct. 1, 2025. Nominations received after this deadline will be processed for a future lease sale.
Idaho, Twin Falls DO
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Stage 1 Fire Restrictions begin Friday

The South Idaho Interagency Dispatch Center announces Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will go into effect at 11:59 p.m. Thursday.
Idaho, Boise DO, Bruneau FO, Twin Falls DO, Burley FO, Shoshone FO
Jim Sage area managed by the Burley Field Office

BLM seeks input on proposed geothermal leasing in southern Idaho

The Bureau of Land Management is seeking input on proposed geothermal leasing of five parcels totaling approximately 19,596 acres across Blaine, Camas, and Cassia counties. The comment period will end Aug. 29, 2025. Leasing of these parcels will allow lessees to explore the potential for future geothermal development.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Upper Snake FO
aerial view of Henrys Lake in southeastern Idaho

BLM seeks input on two plans with changes to camping fees in southeast Idaho

The public is encouraged to review two recreation plans and submit comments by Aug. 18, 2025.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Pocatello FO
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BLM seeks public input on proposed changes to campground recreation fees in southeast Idaho

The BLM Pocatello Field Office is seeking public input on proposed changes to existing campground fees and the introduction of new fees at Pipeline Campground. Comments will be received and considered through Aug. 15, 2025, and incorporated into the final plan.
Idaho
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Notice of public meeting of the Idaho Resource Advisory Council

The BLM Idaho Resource Advisory Council will meet on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Notice of public meeting of the Idaho Resource Advisory Council

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