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La Jara Reservoir SWA

Conejos County

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La Jara Reservoir SWA

Conejos 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: Monte Vista, 719-587-6900.

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.

This is a high, shallow reservoir at 9,600 feet. Fishing is poor. Road access is difficult. A boat ramp and restrooms are available, and the area is open to camping. It adjoins 8,000 acres of state trust land and also BLM property.

635 acres.

min. 9,600 ft - max 10,026 ft

81
Deer, Elk, Waterfowl
Coldwater Lake

Hunting, Fishing, Nature Viewing

Restrooms, Boat Ramp

A. Camping allowed, except during big-game seasons when camping is allowed only by licensed big game hunters plus 3 days before and 3 days after each season.
B. Fires allowed within containment structure.

Pack it out.

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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.