Overview

• The San Gabriel Mountains expansion covers approximately 150,919 acres, preserving historical sites and enhancing recreational spaces.
• Berryessa Snow Mountain's boundary extension includes 13,696 acres, focusing on protecting rare plant species and cultural sites.
• Both expansions are designed to protect the regions from threats such as climate change and unregulated development.
• Indigenous communities' historical and cultural ties to these lands are acknowledged and preserved in the new monument boundaries.
• Management plans for both areas will involve local and indigenous stakeholders to ensure sustainable preservation.