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.



Brown's Park Wildlife Areas include Beaver Creek, Cold Spring Unit and Wiggins Unit. In addition, several properties are leased on a short term basis which provides public access to thousands of acres of public land which otherwise would be blocked from public use. Tucked into the extreme NW corner of Colorado, is historic Brown's Park. As early as 1826, trappers & fur traders met here to trade, drink and swap stories at the famous annual "Brown's Hole" Rendezvous. Management of the parcels of Brown's Park SWA is important from a habitat protection standpoint. For years, the area has provided excellent habitat for sage-grouse.

Brown's Park SWA Unit Maps

• Beaver Creek Unit
• Calloway Unit
• Cold Spring Unit
• Wiggins Unit