BLM Upper Colorado River District sign outside front of the building with a blue sky in background

Upper Colorado River District Office

The Upper Colorado River District Office manages 1.85 million surface acres. The district is comprised of the Grand Junction and Colorado River Valley field offices and encompasses 4 million acres of subsurface minerals. The BLM’s Upper Colorado River District includes several specially designated areas, including McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area and the northern portion of Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area. The Little Book Cliffs Herd Management Area is located within the Grand Junction Field Office.


 

Spotlight:

Christmas tree, firewood permits available now

BLM is now offering permits to cut Christmas trees on specified public lands across Colorado until Dec. 24. You can buy permits for cutting trees for personal use online or at most BLM field offices. For more information about cutting a Christmas tree or firewood in the Upper Colorado River District, contact the Grand Junction or Colorado River Valley Field Offices.

Photo of young boy wearing a Santa hat while sawing the base of a Christmas tree on BLM-administered land. There is a quote with the photo that reads: “We want people to enjoy their experiences on America’s public lands and make positive memories. Plan ahead – stay informed about changing weather and road conditions and take appropriate tools and supplies.”

 

Leadership

Greg Larson

District Manager
Phone:
970-244-3000

Erin Jones

Associate District Manager
Phone:
970-244-3000

Offices