BLM opens public scoping for allowing e-bike use on designated mountain bike trails
MOAB, Utah — BLM announces 30-day public scoping period for a proposed environmental assessment that would analyze non-motorized mountain bike trails within the Moab Field Office to allow for Class 1 e-bike use.
The Moab Field Office includes over 190 miles of non-motorized mountain bike trails. The public scoping period will assist the field office in determining on which, if any, existing designated mountain bike trails Class 1 e-bikes should or should not be allowed. The scoping period begins Oct. 1 and will conclude Nov. 1.
The BLM strives to provide a variety of opportunities for all public land users, enhance trail accessibility and connectivity, and address the growing popularity of e-bikes on natural surface trails. Public scoping will aid the BLM in addressing these desires and specifically what trails would be most appropriate for Class 1 e-bike use.
A list of non-motorized mountain bike trails being considered can be found on the project planning page as well as a link (green Participate Now button on the left, takes a moment to load on the page) to submit electronic comments: https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2034672/510.
For more information about e-bikes on public lands, visit the BLMs e-bike website.
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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.