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  • Camping

    Bears are seasonally active and 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: 1/7/2022 10:13 AM)

  • Camping

    Campgrounds within the AHRA are open year-round.  If you wish to occupy a site at this park, you may reserve it 24/7 at www.cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613.

    • Restrooms remain open and are regularly cleaned.
    • Please bring your own hand sanitizer. There is no running water available.
    (Updated: 1/7/2022 9:59 AM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

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

    (Updated: 10/2/2020 2:36 PM)

  • Construction

    ​Salida East Construction / Renovation
    April 4, 2022 - Memorial Day

    Construction will begin on the new Salida East road, day-use area, and boat ramp starting Monday, April 4.  The boat ramp will remain open during this time.  Visitors should use caution, as large equipment will be operating throughout the site.  

    This work is being completed as the first phase of the Salida East Recreation Site renovation.

    (Updated: 4/1/2022 4:31 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are currently in place for all counties within the AHRA.

    What that means for campfires at developed (paid) campgrounds within the AHRA:

    • Campfires are allowed within agency-provided fire grates at developed recreation sites.
    • Devices using gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel are permitted.
    Includes Railroad Bridge, Ruby Mountain, Hecla Junction, Salida East, Point Barr, Rincon, Vallie Bridge, and Five Points. 
     

    What that means for campfires when dispersed camping within the AHRA:

    • No campfires are allowed.
    • Devices using gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuel are permitted.

    For more information on how staged fire restrictions affect other acts including smoking, chainsaw operation, welding, or shooting, please view Fire Restriction Stages Defined.


    (Updated: 4/21/2022 10:22 AM)

  • Fishing Report

    See Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Statewide Fishing Report. 
    The Colorado Fishing Atlas allows users to search for fishing opportunities by species, specific interest or proximity to your home or destination. To stay informed of fishing conditions and much more, please sign up for our Fishing eNews and Fishing Report.

     


    (Updated: 4/15/2022 11:53 AM)

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