The NPS is proposing to construct a trail in and adjacent to the Princess Ditch. The trail will extend the trail already completed by the BLM. This plan will develop and determine alternative ideas for construction.



* indicates the current step in the planning process
Step 1. Define purpose and need/develop preliminary alternatives
Step 2. Conduct external scoping
Step 3. Refine alternatives
Step 4. Identify environmental impacts and select preferred alternative
Step 5. Prepare draft plan/environmental document
Step 6. Public review of draft plan/environmental document
Step 7. Analysis of public comment
Step 8. Prepare final plan/decision document
Step 9. Release final plan/decision document to the public *

Upon the completion of the NEPA process, Whiskeytown NRA will begin construction on the trail, with the goal of making the Princess Ditch Trail a safe and enjoyable experience for park visitors.