Grandview Ridge, Animas City Mountain and Twin Buttes Winter Wildlife Areas Re-Open Saturday
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DURANGO, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management and City of Durango will reopen the Grandview Ridge, Animas City Mountain and Twin Buttes recreation areas to the public on Saturday, April 15, 2017. The reopened areas include Sale Barn, Big Canyon, and Three Springs trailheads; South Rim and Sidewinder trails on BLM-managed land; BLM trails accessed from the Carbon Junction trailhead; the trails in the upper portion of Animas City Mountain; and trails in Twin Buttes.
“We appreciate the public’s willingness to adhere to the winter closures to ensure habitat is protected for big game,” said Connie Clementson, BLM Tres Rios Field Manager. “As you make plans to enjoy these areas, please keep safety and fire restrictions in mind before you enjoy your public lands.”
Fire restrictions include limiting campfires to fire rings or grates within designated camp or recreation sites. For specific details, refer to signs posted at trailheads or request a copy from the Tres Rios Field Office.
For additional information, call the BLM Tres Rios Field Office (970) 882-7296 or Durango Parks and Recreation at (970) 375-7321.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.