San Luis Valley Field Office Seasonal Closures
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) enforces seasonal closures across public lands managed by the San Luis Valley Field Office in Colorado.
Seasonal closure dates and boundaries are subject to change.
For the most up-to-date information, contact the San Luis Valley Field Office at 719-852-7074.
Seasonal Closures
Review these dates to ensure your activities comply with seasonal closures, which may be subject to change.
- February 15 - July 15
Blanca Wetlands is closed to the public February 15 - July 15 to help protect nesting birds.
Road Status
Below are the current road statuses for BLM sites in the San Luis Valley.
- Poncha Loop - CLOSED
- Poncha Pass East Side - GUSG closures - CLOSED
- Blanca Wetlands - CLOSED
- Bishop Rock - CLOSED
- Pronghorn - CLOSED
- Rio Grande Natural Area - Boating Restrictions - OPEN
- Limekiln/Stone Quarry - OPEN
- Branson Peak - OPEN
- Hot Creek - CLOSED
- Wild Cherry Creek - OPEN (4x4 road - road damage)
Updated March 17, 2026.
