Overuse of Ouray County’s backcountry is a growing problem from the Blue Lakes to Billy Creek, and local residents are expressing their concern about other areas to county commissioners.

Bob and Helena Olivier addressed the commission on June 1 and said they have been stewards of the Canyon Creek area for many years. They both urged commissioners to adopt an ordinance on enforcement to address overuse and illegal camping in the area.

Bob Olivier said the U.S. Forest Service only allows camping a...