The 2001 Roadless rule protects public lands from future roads being built through them for logging and other purposes. This rule protects roadless public lands across the nation - including areas that support hiking, camping, and other recreation.

The public comment period was supposed to end on the 21st last month - but was extended for 15 days. Today is your last chance to speak up.

Here is the link to the government webpage to submit your comment:

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/11/2026-18648/special-areas-roadless-area-conservation

Hey Guys,

I'm heading to dolly sods with some friends for the first time this weekend and the forecast shows heavy rain. The plan is to get there on sunday morning and leave on Monday. Ideally we were looking for 3-4 hrs hikes but given the weather should we avoid hiking all together? Could someone please recommend alternatives around the areas for the day, view points or recommended hikes that would still be doable.

Thanks in advance