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Irish Canyon is a relatively remote and highly scenic canyon. It is designated as an Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) because of its unique geology, scenery, plant species, and cultural resources. Twelve of the twenty-two geologic formations found in...

The Powderhorn Wilderness totals 62,050 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. All of the wilderness area is located in the state of Colorado. In 1993, the Powderhorn Wilderness became part of...

Congressionally designated in 2009 for its distinctive canyon country, the Dominquez-Escalante National Conservation Area includes the remote Dominguez Canyon Wilderness, recreation along the Gunnison River, and a network of off-highway vehicle trails. The conservation area allows for a wide variety...

Little Yampa Canyon SRMA includes public lands on Duffy Mountain, Illes Mountain, and Juniper Mountain. Portions of the Yampa River and Yampa Valley Trail are included in the SRMA. The Yampa river is a popular flat-water floating trip for the...

View the fossils of 140-million-year-old dinosaurs at a working fossil quarry with a 1.5 mile (loop) interpretive trail. There is also an interpretive kiosk that describes the numerous dinosaurs that have come from Rabbit Valley. This is a designated Area...

The remote Ant Hills WSA consists of hills and valleys on the southern slopes of Douglas Mountain, which trend southward into Dinosaur National Monument and the Yampa River. The Ant Hills consist of several hills rising 400 to 500 feet...

Located just outside of Ridgway, Colorado, the Ridgway Trail System has evolved into a wonderful renewed resource for non-motorized trail users. The trail system is directly adjacent to the Ridgway State Park and encompasses over 20 miles of great single...

The Lunch Loops provides non-motorized mixed use trail opportunities (mountain biking, hiking, trail running), accommodating a range of skill levels. This area is easily accessed from Grand Junction and provides outstanding views of the Grand Valley. For a map please...

This 102-mile stretch of river carves its way through broad valleys and incised canyons with sheer canyon walls. The river passes through multiple special designation areas, including a wilderness study area, a Special Recreation Management Area, and lands managed for...

Hardscrabble Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA) is located between Gypsum and Eagle, and has become a trail mecca for both motorized and non-motorized users. The SRMA is divided into two Recreation Management Zones (RMZs). Mountain bikers can enjoy single track...

The Strawberry area includes approximately 8 miles of Single-track, non- motorized trails that are collectively known as the Phases. These Trails are interconnected with 10.5 miles of roads, creating a stacked-loop network that offers a variety of bicycle riding options...

Opportunities for backcountry hiking, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing in a largely undeveloped natural setting. Easy access from Grand Junction .

The Uncompahgre Wilderness totals 102,721 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service. All of the wilderness area is located in the state of Colorado. In 1980, the Uncompahgre Wilderness became part of the...

The Tabeguache (pronounced TAB-a-watch) Trail crosses public land for 142 miles, connecting Montrose and Grand Junction, Colorado. The trail begins in Shavano Valley and weaves through the canyons, mesas, and highlands of the Uncompahgre Plateau before ending in No Thoroughfare...

Canyon Pintado National Historic District encompasses over 16,000 acres of public land along 15 miles of State Highway 139. Canyon Pintado (Spanish for "Painted Canyon") received its name in 1776 when Fathers Dominguez and Escalante noted numerous examples of ancient...

The Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness now contains a total of 75,439 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The Wilderness Area consists of 75,439 acres, of which 5,120 are in Utah. Vegetation is relatively sparse with scattered...

The Black Canyon WSA consists of the western sideslopes and lower mountains of the Sangre de Cristo Range - an uplifted block that began to form by faulting along the Rio Grande rift about 25-30 million years ago. Intermittent streams...

Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center and Museum is the headquarters for Canyons of the Ancients National Monument and the premier archaeological museum in southwest Colorado. Visitors are encouraged to stop by to get information, maps, and other publications before...

This 190,000-acre location is host to numerous activities on the public land from mining to oil drilling to livestock grazing. Of particular note is the herd of wild horses, which gives the area its special designation. Horses within the HMA...

The Roan Plateau overlooks the Colorado River Valley, and provides exceptional opportunities for recreation including hiking, hunting, motorized recreation, camping, and fishing. For more information, please contact the Colorado River Valley Field Office.

East Animas/ Turtle Lake provides great rock climbing opportunities close to town. It is located north of Durango and right off of the road. Mostly known for bouldering with a scattered variety of difficulties. From there you can also access...

The open area covers 8,560 acres about six miles northeast of Delta. While it's open to cross-country travel of all types, including biking and hiking, the heaviest increase in use is attributed to off-highway vehicles (OHVs) such as four-wheelers and...

The Wingo Junction Recreation Site is a river access and boat launch area for the Roaring Fork River upstream of Basalt, CO. This site is co-managed with the BLM Colorado River Valley Field Office and Pitkin County Open Space. There...

Hubbard Mesa is a BLM designated area for Off-Highway-Vehicle use. Hubbard Mesa was designated as an Open Area in 2007 in the Roan Plateau Management Plan. It offers 2,460 acres with 50 miles of single track, ATV and Jeep trails...

Jouflas Campground is located in the Rabbit Valley Motorized Area, which is within the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. There are 14 sites that feature picnic tables and fire grates. This campsite is intended to provide camping opportunities to those...

Gypsum Campground is located along the Eagle River and is readily accessible from Interstate Highway 70. The campground is open May 15 - November 15 annually. There is no reservation system. Campsites are occupied on a first come, first serve...

The Thompson Creek Recreation Management Area is located just a few miles southwest of Carbondale and provides beautiful, remote recreational opportunities. On the North end of the RMA is the Lorax trail, which is a popular non motorized route. In...

Located just outside of Paonia, Colorado, the Jumbo Mountain Trail System has evolved into a wonderful, renewed resource for non-motorized trail users. The trail system encompasses over 20 miles of great single-track trails with excellent views of the North Fork...

The 120-acre Junction Butte Wetland is designated as a Watchable Wildlife Area, providing excellent birding opportunities. Thea rea is seasonally flooded to maintain the wetland and provided important habitat for waterfowl, shorebirds, and other migratory birds. It also provides vital...

The South Canyon Recreation Site is a river access and boat launch area for the Colorado River below Glenwood Springs, CO. No camping is allowed at this site. Ample parking is provided, along with a restroom and a concrete boat...

The segment of the river from Granby to Kremmling is very popular for fishing and a portion has been designated as Gold Medal Water by the Colorado Division of Wildlife (CDOW). Hwy 9 Fishing Access is about 1 miles south...

Mount Garfield is an iconic landmark of the Grand Valley located near the town of Palisade. The hike is two miles one way with 2,000 feet of elevation change - The trails are steep and challenging but offer exceptional views...

Dotsero Crater is a 700-meter wide by 400-meter deep maar volcano located in Dotsero, Colorado near the junction of the Colorado River and the Eagle River. It is classified as a scoria cone with evaporitic rock, basaltic tephra, and oxidized...

The BLM trails near McCoy, CO are a fun playground for motorcyclists. The trails here are tough and remote so be careful. For more information, please contact the Colorado River Field Office.

Extensive public lands through the White River Field Office provide outstanding opportunities for big game hunting and dispersed camping. For more information, please contact the White River Field Office.

This scenic recreation area is a perfect destination for a day of fishing. The dense vegetation and steep canyon walls that line Cochetopa Creek provide a calm and relaxing place to fish with developed campsites and picnic areas located along...

Horse Pasture Site is a fishing access point located along the Colorado River. Boat access is not located here but is upstream at the Community Site. For more information, please contact the Colorado river Valley Field Office.

The San Miguel river offers the whitewater boater a variety of runs, all within the class II+ to III range. Upper Beaver Creek site is a day use site for boat launching. The site includes a restroom, cabanas, picnic tables...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview Hartman Rocks Recreation Area includes over 14,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management and 160 acres (The Base Area) owned and managed...

Visitors should be aware that rough roads may exist. The improved site has a vault toilet, parking, picnic sites and boat ramp. Camping is permitted, and tables and fire rings are provided. State Park passes are required.

BLM Site managed in cooperation with Eagle County. Boat ramp and parking available. Restroom available May 15- Nov. 15 annually.

Located in groves of cottonwoods along the San Miguel River. Cottonwood campground has 14 campsites. RV and tent sites, a few cabanas, picnic tables, grills, toilets, and hand-carry boat ramps. No drinking water or trash services. The river in this...

The Cedar Mountain Recreation Area consists of 880 acres of public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This horseshoe-shaped, juniper-rimmed mountain stands 1,000 feet above valley and provides vantage points with panoramic views of the Yampa Valley...

Overview The canyonlands of Penitente Canyon offer a blend of peaceful surroundings and diverse recreation opportunities less than 10 miles from a major highway. Although the BLM manages the 4,552-acre Penitente Canyon primarily for rock climbers, the area also offers...

Trailhead to the 12,000 acre King Mountain Recreation Area. The area offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and has beautiful scenery. Hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and camping in an uncrowded area is possible. The area is most busy during hunting...

The Trailhead leads to the 12,000 acre King Mountain Recreation Area. The area offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and has beautiful scenery. Hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and camping in an uncrowded area is possible. The area is most busy...

Trailhead to the 12,000 acre King Mountain Recreation Area. The area offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and has beautiful scenery. Hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and camping in an uncrowded area is possible. The area is most busy during hunting...

The North Sand Hills Campground was installed in 2011 to accommodate large RVs. The campground has two vault toilets and 13 individual pull-through sites, each with a picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad. In addition to the developed campground...

The Flat Top-Peach Valley OHV Recreation Area (9,700 acres) is managed by the Bureau of Land Management for responsible motorized recreation. The area offers 2,500+ acres of designated open play areas and over 75 miles of multiple use trails. Open...

Orchard Boat Launch is the last public boater take-out on the Gunnison River before Confluence Park in Delta. These are calmer waters, however boaters need to be aware of private lands and potential river hazards before floating the river downstream...