Basalt SWA
Access Requirements:
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Glenwood Springs, 970-947-2920
Basalt SWA
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:
Area CPW Office: Glenwood Springs, 970-947-2920
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.
2577 acres.
min. 6,514 ft - max 8,777ft
Hunting, Fishing, Picnicking, Nature Viewing, Shooting Range
A. From March 15–Oct. 14, discharging firearms on shooting range allowed only 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs. and Fri., and 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. From Oct. 15–March 14, discharging firearms on shooting range allowed only 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs. and Fri., and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat and Sun.
B. Closed Dec. 1–July 15 except on Christine Lake and Basalt Shooting Range and while spring turkey hunting.
C. Discharging firearms or bows prohibited, except when hunting or on the designated shooting range.
D. Vessel use and dogs prohibited.
E. Camping prohibited within 0.25 miles of Fryingpan River. Camping prohibited in other areas, except by licensed hunters during big game or turkey season, plus 3 days before and 3 days after the seasons.
You can help!
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.