LYONS, Colo. — A proposed pilot program in Boulder County that would set specific days for hikers, bikers and horseback riders to use certain trails is drawing criticism from many in the community — particularly mountain bikers who say it unfairly targets them.
County officials say the goal is to reduce overcrowding and make high-traffic trails safer for all users. Jason Seuc, director of Boulder County Parks and Open Space, said the department routinely hears concerns about trail congestion.
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Mountain bikers say they are being unfairly targeted by new proposal
“There’s different stories — is this trail too crowded? Is this place safe for me to go with my kids, with my parents?” Seuc said…