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Axial Basin SWA

Moffat County

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Axial Basin SWA

Moffat County

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Access Requirements:

A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing this state wildlife area.

Activities & Amenities:

  • Hunting
  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Guides Available

Contact:

CPW Area 6 Office
Area Manager: Johnathan Lambert
District Manager: Ross Mcgee
Phone: 970-878-6090

About This State Wildlife Area

State Wildlife Areas are critical habitat areas for Colorado’s wildlife. Sportspeople’s license and recreational user pass fees pay for these parcels of land, which are managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife employees for the benefit of our wildlife. A valid hunting or fishing license OR SWA pass is required for everyone 16 or older to visit most SWAs, and visitors should check current hunting, fishing and land use regulations when planning to visit a State Wildlife Area.

4543 acres.

6396 ft, 1950 m

211
Deer, Elk, Pronghorn, Small game

a. Vehicle access is restricted to Moffat CRs 32, 55, and 133.
b. The placing of any portable blind, marker, stand or related structure is prohibited prior to Aug. 1 annually and must be removed within 24 hours after harvesting an animal or within 7 days after the end of the archery pronghorn season, whichever comes first.

Pack it out.

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Leave No Trace

When visiting state lands, remember to practice the seven Leave No Trace principles. Travel and park on durable surfaces, including established parking spots and campsites, and stay on areas of rock, gravel, and dry grasses or snow. Remember to pack out what you packed in. When shooting is permitted on a property, pick up your spent shells, target remnants, clays and carry our trash or anything else you brought with you.