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Deweese Reservoir SWA

Custer County

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Deweese Reservoir SWA

Custer 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:

Area CPW Office: Pueblo, 719-561-5300.

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.

780 acres.

min. 7,612 ft - max 7,980 ft

69, 691
Cottontail, Coyote, Deer, Pronghorn, Small game, Waterfowl
Coldwater Lake, Coldwater Stream

Hunting, Fishing, Nature Viewing, Hiking and Walking, Picnicking

Note that the $43 annual access permit requirement has been removed. Anyone age 16 or older must now have a valid hunting or fishing license, or the new Colorado State Wildlife Area Pass to access this property, and all other SWAs.
A. Vessel use is prohibited, except while fishing. Other water recreation use is restricted to owners with deeded recreation rights on Deweese Reservoir.
B. Snowmobiles allowed only as an aid in ice fishing.
C. Camping allowed by reservation only in designated and established camping areas.
D. Fires allowed within established containment structure in designated camping areas.
E. Glass containers prohibited.
F. Dogs must be under control and on leash by handler, except service animals or when actively hunting, training for hunting or during licensed field trials.

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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.