Pilot Hill Land Use Plan

SE Group worked closely with community members and land management agencies to develop a land use plan and trail system that balances conservation and recreation, aligns with the management capacity, and has strong connectivity to Laramie neighborhoods and businesses and the adjacent National Forest. SE Group convened an interagency working group, made up of Wyoming State Parks, the U.S. Forest Service, and Game and Fish, to discuss the appropriate land uses for the parcel including the trail mileage and locations, habit needs, management scheme, and potential rules and regulations.

Large public meetings and on-property engagement occurred throughout the process to allow hundreds of community members to provide their ideas and input on this game changing opportunity for Laramie residents and the economy. SE Group provided renderings, analysis, and maps to allow community members to determine the appropriate land uses, trail density, and character to preserve the natural landscape and habitat and offer an incredible back-door recreational resource. The final plan is a 43.9-mile sustainable trail network offering opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders of all physical abilities.

The Pilot Hill Land Use Plan was awarded the 2020 Wyoming Planning Project of the Year by the Wyoming Planning Association (WYOPASS).