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Park Conditions

  • Camping

    All campgrounds open barring inclement weather.  PLEASE USE CAUTION as roads can be rough and rocky. 

    Campers should stay aware of existing weather conditions, which are currently hot, dry and windy.  

    AHRA campgrounds do not have any electric hook-ups or potable water.  Overnight campers outside of developed campgrounds must use a portable toilet system and fire pan as required by regulation.

    Bears are active an are always looking for food. Although they have not been a nuisance at AHRA, it is always important to use your best "Bear Aware" precautions in securing your camp or picnic area to avoid unnecessary contact with wildlife. See the CPW Living with Black Bears page for more information.

    (Updated: 1/7/2020 8:54 AM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

    Cell phone coverage can be sketchy throughout the AHRA, especially in Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

    (Updated: 6/12/2018 9:53 AM)

  • Fishing Report


     


    (Updated: 3/14/2019 11:14 AM)

  • Park Entrance

    AHRA's Salida Visitor Center is currently open 5 days a week, Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm, CLOSED for lunch from 12p-12:30p.  All Recreation Sites are open year-round barring extreme weather.  
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    AHRA's Visitor Center is conveniently located in downtown Salida, one block off Highway 291.  Annual State Parks Passes, OHV and Boat registrations, and fishing licenses are also available. 
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    BLM Firewood permits are available and AHRA has lots of maps and information about AHRA and the general area through our sales outlet for the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA).
     
    All AHRA recreation sites and campgrounds are open year-round, barring extreme weather. NOTICE: Storms can cause a bit of a mess on roads and highways within the AHRA. PLEASE USE CAUTION as roads can be rough, icy and rocky.
     
    Self-Serve pay stations for day passes are located at AHRA recreation sites.  Camping reservations must be made prior to occupying any site.  You may make a reservation online or by calling (800) 244-5613.
    (Updated: 3/16/2020 4:23 PM)

  • Road Conditions

    Roads during winter/spring are often muddy due to snow melt.  PLEASE USE CAUTION as roads can be slick due to spring storms, with potential for rock slides.  

    Be especially aware of fallen rocks on Highway 50 in Bighorn Sheep Canyon between Salida and Canon City, and always be aware of oncoming traffic.
     
    (Updated: 1/7/2020 8:48 AM)

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