Shoshone Forest Puts Travel Plans on Hold for More Paper-Shuffling
Published Date: 12/19/2025
Notice
Summary
The Forest Service is hitting pause on its plan to change travel rules in Shoshone National Forest, Wyoming. They’re stepping back to gather more info before making any big moves, so no new travel changes or costs will happen right now. This affects anyone who visits or uses the forest for travel and recreation.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Forest Service Withdraws EIS Notice
On December 19, 2025, the Forest Service withdrew its Notice of Intent to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Shoshone National Forest Travel Management project. The agency said it will compile and review information concerning access and travel management needs and may pursue further planning and analysis at a later time.
No Immediate Travel Rule Changes
Because the Forest Service withdrew the planning notice on December 19, 2025, there will be no immediate new travel management changes or new costs from that project right now for Shoshone National Forest users. The agency may resume planning later, so changes could be considered in the future.
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