Freedom Ridge, White Sides, and the Shrinking View
Congress and BLM moved the public line: 1984’s Groom Mountain addition, 1995’s White Sides buffer, and a 2026 temporary closure around Tikaboo Peak.
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Tikaboo Peak: The March 2026 BLM Temporary Closure
BLM closed ~22,987 acres around Badger Mountain on Mar 25 2026 citing public safety under FLPMA-documented order, debated motives.