Orchard Mesa Wildlife Area
Mesa 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:
Area CPW Office: Grand Junction, 970-255-6100.
Orchard Mesa Wildlife Area
Mesa 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:
Area CPW Office: Grand Junction, 970-255-6100.
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.
148 acres.
Approx. 4,650 ft
A. Only foot access from parking area on C Rd. between roads 30 and 31.
B. Closed March 15–July 15.
C. Small-game hunting prohibited, except for waterfowl hunting.
D. Big game and waterfowl hunting by reservation only. Reservations must be made through the Hunting Reservation System: See “Reservations: Hunting” (page 1) for details.
E. Big-game hunting restricted to archery equipment only.
F. Waterfowl hunters must use designated blinds only.
G. Discharging firearms or bows allowed only while hunting.
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.