Pitkin County moves closer to Maroon Bells special use permit approval

Pitkin County moves closer to Maroon Bells special use permit approval

The Pitkin County Board of County Commissioners received an update on the partnership between the county and the U.S. Forest Service as a special use permit is pursued for 2027. The U.S. Forest Service, Roaring Fork Transportation Authority and Pitkin County have collaborated since 1977 to provide access to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area, with Pitkin County maintaining the road to the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and authorizing the use of the shuttle…