Pats Lake Trail Extension
Construct 1/2 mile of trail to connect existing Pats Creek Trail to National Forest System road 6259. Construction includes aggregate, concrete steps and elevated boardwalk. Up to three spur trails proposed leading to wildlife viewing platforms.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Near Pats Lake on Wrangell Island on National Forest System road 6259. Approximately 10 miles south of the town of Wrangell.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 10/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 11/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Wrangell Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Developed Site Management; Trail Management
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Tongass National Forest
Districts:
Wrangell Ranger District
States:
Alaska
Counties:
Wrangell-Petersburg
Legal Land Description:
Township 64S; Range 84E; Section 5
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Victoria Houser
525 Bennett Street
Wrangell, AK 99929-0051
907-874-7560
victoria.houser@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/19/2025