Higel SWA
Alamosa County
Access Requirements:
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Handicapped hunters contact Monte Vista office at 719-587-6900 for additional vehicle access.
Higel SWA
Alamosa County
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:
Handicapped hunters contact Monte Vista office at 719-587-6900 for additional vehicle access.
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.
1465 acres.
min. 7,563 ft - max 7,586 ft
a. Public access is prohibited from September 1 through February 14, except on
Saturdays, Sundays, Wednesday, and state and federal holidays.
b. From September 1 through February 14, a valid access permit must be obtained.
A maximum of 25 permits will be issued per day and are available at no charge
on a first-come, first-served basis. Permits may be obtained by emailing
[email protected] or by calling 719-587-6900.
1. Reservations may be made up to 14 days in advance, but not less than two
days before the date requested.
c. Public access is prohibited from February 15 through July 15 annually.
d. The Area Wildlife Manager may authorize special use of the area during closures
to accommodate educational or scientific uses if it will not be detrimental to
nesting or migrating water birds.
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.