Southern Region Recreation Fee Proposals
Introduction & Instructions
Welcome to the Southern Region's Recreation Fee Proposal Public Scoping Application!
How to Use this Site
Select one of the forest names above to comment on the recreation fee proposal. Forest names that say *Closed* have ended their commenting period but you can still view the proposed fee changes for developed recreation sites. Each forest provides general project information. Navigating past the general information will bring you to the interactive map. Select a site on the map to see details and leave a comment.
How to Submit a Comment Note: Do not track your physical location if your browser prompts you to. If the map has zoomed to a different location than the project area, press the "Home" button to return to the project.
- Select the Home button to see the full list of sites.
- Use the "Filter list by map" toggle to show only those sites that are in your current view.
- Zoom to, or search for, a location you would like to comment on.
- Select the site you would like to comment on and click the green comment button to leave your comment.
- Leave your comment and optionally provide your email and any supporting documents as an attachment.
- Select the submit button to leave your comment.
Note: Your comment is limited to 10,000 characters. You do have the option to attach a document if you have more to share.
National Forests in Florida *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in Florida are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Derrick Washington Phone: 850-523-8500 Email: derrick.washington@usda.gov Mailing Address: National Forests in Florida ATTN: Derrick Washington 325 John Knox Road, Bldg F, Suite 210 Tallahassee, FL 32303
Comments will be accepted through: October 1, 2024
All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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National Forests in Mississippi *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in Mississippi are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Jacob Rhyne, Recreation Program Manager Phone: 601-804-9767 Email: Jacob.Rhyne@usda.gov Mailing Address: National Forests in Mississippi ATTN: Jacob Rhyne Recreation Program Manager 968 Highway 15 South Laurel, MS 39443
Comments will be accepted through: October 5, 2024
All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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Daniel Boone National Forest *Closed*
Project Description
The Daniel Boone National Forest is interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Timothy Eling Phone: 859-745-3145 Email: sm.fs.dbnfrecfees@usda.gov Mailing Address: Daniel Boone National Forest ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals 1700 Bypass Road Winchester, KY 40391
Comments will be accepted through: July 31, 2024
All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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National Forests in North Carolina *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in North Carolina are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Logan Free Phone: 828-257-4256 Email: SM.FS.NFsNCfees@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals 160A Zillicoa Street Asheville, NC 28801
Comments will be accepted through: July 2, 2024
All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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Ouachita National Forest *Closed*
Project Description
The Ouachita National Forest is interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Bill Jackson Phone: 501-321-5253 Email: r8_ouachita_recreation@usda.gov Mailing Address: Ouachita Forest Service ATTN: Forest Service Program Manager P.O. Box 1270 Hot Springs, AR 71902
Comments will be accepted through: December 31, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
Some amenities may be in place or will be prior to implementing the proposed fee, if approved.
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Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest *Closed*
Project Description
The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Karen Larsen Phone: 706-581-0821 Email: karen.larsen@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals Supervisor's Office 1755 Cleveland Hwy Gainesville, GA 30501
Comments will be accepted through: September 15, 2023 All comments will be reviewed by Forest personnel. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
Some amenities may be in place or will be prior to implementing the proposed fee, if approved.
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Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests *Closed*
Project Description
The Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Andrew Holliday Phone: 803-561-4077 Email: SM.FS.pdl_r8_francis_marion_staff_pao@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals 4931 Broad River Rd Columbia, SC 29212 Comments will be accepted through: November 24, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by the Forest staff. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
Some amenities may be in place or will be prior to implementing proposed fee, if approved.
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George Washington & Jefferson National Forests *Closed*
Project Description
The George Washington & Jefferson National Forests are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Recreation Fee Coordinator Phone: 540-265-5100 Email: Mailroom_R8_George_Washington_Jefferson@usda.gov Mailing Address: George Washington & Jefferson National Forests Attn: Recreation Fee Coordinator 5162 Valleypointe Parkway Roanoke, VA 24019 Comments will be accepted through: October 31, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by the Forest staff. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
Some amenities may be in place or will be prior to implementing the proposed fee, if approved.
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National Forests in Alabama *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in Alabama are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Brian Kennedy Phone: 334-832-4470 Email: SM.FS.pa_alabama@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals 2946 Chestnut Street Montgomery, AL 36107
Comments will be accepted through: January 15, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by the Forest staff. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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National Forests in North Carolina *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in North Carolina are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Logan Free Phone: 828-257-4256 Email: SM.FS.NFsNCfees@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Recreation Fee Proposals 160A Zillicoa Street Asheville, NC 28801 Comments will be accepted through: August 22, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by the Forest staff. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
Some amenities may be in place or will be prior to implementing proposed fee, if approved.
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National Forests in Texas *Closed*
Project Description
The National Forests in Texas are interested in receiving your comments on recreation fee proposals.
You can submit site-specific comments by using the interactive web map. To submit an overall comment on proposed fee changes, use the contact information below:
Project Point of Contact: Jeff Stoney Phone: 940-627-5475 Email: jeffrey.stoney@usda.gov Mailing Address: ATTN: Jeff Stoney, District Ranger 1400 US HWY 81/287 P.O. Box 507 Decatur, Texas 76234
Comments will be accepted through: July 26, 2023
All comments will be reviewed by the Forest staff. Those comments found to be relevant will be evaluated further and considered in this proposal.
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