Location
The Ironwood Forest National Monument is located 25 miles northwest of
Brief
Description
This 129,000-acre national monument contains a significant system of cultural
and historical sites covering a 5,000 year period. Possessing one of the
richest stands of Ironwood trees in the
Access
There are two main points of entry - Interstate 10 at
Permits
Required
Activities that were permitted on these public lands before the designation are
still permitted, except for new mining claims and geothermal leasing.
Commercial activities require a permit. The BLM processes new permits for
special activities mostly involving recreation, such as mountain biking events.
Recreational
Opportunities
With a stunning diversity of bird and animal life, the monument offers visitors
many opportunities for viewing wildlife. A dazzling display of spring
wildflowers result from abundant winter rains. There are no facilities. Camping
is allowed up to 14 days. Taking your vehicle off roads or trails is
prohibited.
Wednesday, July 28, 2004:
Mining, Lands and Realty All workshops will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at
the
BLM expects collaboration with agencies,
organizations, insitutions, and individuals from the
community to occur throughout the planning process. BLM will announce specific
opportunities to participate as the planning process progresses.
If you have questions, concerns, or want to
find out more information about the
Larry Shults, BLM
Planner, at 520.258.7242;
Tony Herrell, Manager, IFNM, 520.258.7203;
or Darrell Tersey, Natural Resource Specialist,
520.258.7218
or write to Tucson Field Office, 2661 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ 85748
To hear recorded information or to be added
to the project mailing list, please call 866.331.1795 (toll free).