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Fish Creek SWA

Dolores County

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Fish Creek SWA

Dolores 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: Durango, 970-247-0855.

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.

Area is riparian bottomland of native meadows, alders, cottonwoods and willows. The side hills are aspen and spruce/fir mix. The area is surrounded by San Juan National Forest lands. Road accessing property is rough from Forest Service 535 and the bridge is washed out. Access to parcel must be made by fording river in vehicle. The area was purchased to provide access to Fish Creek and Groundhog Creek for hunting and fishing. Some elk and deer winter on the property during average or mild winters.

Camping is only avilable during Deer and Elk seasons.

314 acres.

min. 8,200 ft - max 9,010 ft

71
Deer, Dusky (blue) grouse, Elk, Rabbit
Coldwater Stream

Hunting, Fishing, Nature Viewing, Hiking and Walking

A. Camping allowed in designated parking areas by licensed hunters during big-game season plus 3 days before and 3 days after each season.
B. Access is prohibited from Dec. 1–June 30.

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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.