⛺New Recreation Fees Impacting Campgrounds and Businesses in Colorado
New Recreation Fee Areas and New Fees for Existing Individual Special Recreation Permits for On-River Camping in the Gunnison River Special Recreation Management Area Within the Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area, Colorado
Summary
Pursuant to the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Grand Junction Field Office (GJFO), Upper Colorado River District, and the Uncompahgre Field Office (UFO), Southwest District, intend to establish recreation fee areas at existing developed campgrounds, future developed campgrounds and campsites, and for designated campsites within the Gunnison River Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA) in the Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area (D-E NCA) as managed by the field offices as one NCA unit in Delta, Mesa, and Montrose Counties.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Land Management Bureau
Business Impact
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The content outlines the establishment of new recreation fees for various camping sites and permits, directly impacting business owners in the tourism and hospitality sectors. Businesses in these areas may need to adjust pricing strategies and account for increased campground fees starting July 14, 2025. Additionally, the potential for increased fees based on the Consumer Price Index indicates ongoing financial considerations.