The much-delayed federal plan to manage rock climbing on the soaring cliffs of Tensleep Canyon has resumed, laying the groundwork for climbers to renew route development after a nearly six-year ban.

SHERIDAN — This summer, the Bighorn National Forest is taking steps to address concerns about climbing impacts in the West Ten Sleep Canyon after tension in the area for months. The agency is working ...

TEN SLEEP CANYON — A flicker of disappointment crosses James Pfeifer’s face as he gazes at the path that cuts up this steep embankment. A skinny post that reads “CLOSED FOR RESTORATION” should be ...