10 Jan 2025
🏕️New Recreation Fees Impacting Businesses in Idaho's BLM Areas
New Recreation Fee Areas on Public Lands Managed by the BLM Coeur d'Alene Field Office, Idaho
Summary
Pursuant to the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (FLREA), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Coeur d'Alene Field Office will establish day-use fees at Mica Bay Boater Park and Killarney Lake Campground and Access, located in Kootenai County; and at the Huckleberry Campground in Shoshone County.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Land Management Bureau
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulation establishes new day-use fees for recreation sites, affecting businesses in tourism and recreation. These fees, set to increase incrementally, will impact visitor costs and related business planning in the outdoor recreation sector. The phased approach and specific fee structures indicate a need for businesses to adjust pricing and services accordingly.