Park Ranch Phase 1 and Phase 2

The Wildlife Conservation Board has awarded a grant to Alpine County and Western Rivers Conservancy to acquire Park Ranch Phase 1 and Phase 2, encompassing approximately 1,688 acres in fee simple title. This acquisition aims to protect a critical interconnected landscape in the Eastern Sierra, preserving vital habitats such as wet meadows, springs, riparian corridors dominated by cottonwood and willow, mixed conifer forest, and sage-steppe ecosystems. The property, situated adjacent to Markleeville in Alpine County, will be conserved to ensure long-term ecological integrity while also enabling future wildlife-oriented public access and recreation opportunities. The project supports broader conservation goals in the region by maintaining habitat connectivity and enhancing biodiversity. The grant is officially tracked under WCB Project Tracker IDs 2026004 and 2026048, and the forecast was posted on May 29, 2026. The primary point of contact for the project is John Walsh, Deputy Executive Director of the Wildlife Conservation Board, reachable via phone or email. Although no solicitation number or NAICS code is listed, the action falls under the jurisdiction of the California Wildlife Conservation Board based in Sacramento. The project’s implementation will be carried out entirely within California, with all performance and ownership activities centered on the designated parcel in Alpine County.