Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant
The Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant from the Division of Outdoor Recreation funds Utah counties to manage and research visitor-related impacts from increased tourism and outdoor recreation.
Funder: Division of Outdoor Recreation
Due Dates: August 16, 2026 (Early review submission) | August 31, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: No minimum or maximum; award size determined through review; 18-month grant period.
Summary: Supports eligible Utah counties in addressing documented visitor-related impacts from outdoor recreation, tourism, and increased visitation.
Key Information: Only one application per eligible county; costs must be directly tied to visitor impacts, not routine operations.
Description
The Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant (ORMG), administered by Utah's Division of Outdoor Recreation, provides financial support to eligible Utah counties facing challenges from increased outdoor recreation, tourism, and visitation. The program is designed to help counties manage documented visitor-related impacts, such as search and rescue (SAR), emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, waste management, and road safety improvements. The goal is to maintain public safety and critical infrastructure while ensuring the economic and recreational benefits of tourism do not negatively impact local communities.
