Shriver-Wright SWA
Rio Grande 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: Monte Vista, 719-587-6900.
Shriver-Wright SWA
Rio Grande 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: Monte Vista, 719-587-6900.
About This State Wildlife Area
To pay tribute to two former community leaders who advocated for land and water conservation in the San Luis Valley, a portion of the Rio Grande SWA was named in their honor. Doug Shriver and Ray Wright were SLV native sons, farmers, conservationists and sportsmen who died together in an unfortunate accident in 2010. The Shriver-Wright SWA is just west of the Rio Grande SWA near Monte Vista.
120 acres.
Approx. 7,600 above sea level
Nature Viewing, Photography
A. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohibited.
B. Discharge of firearms or bows prohibited, except while hunting or bows used on archery range.
C. Bows on archery range must adhere to the following: target and field point only (no broadheads); crossbows prohibited; all persons must adhere to range safety rules as posted.
D. Camping allowed during waterfowl hunting seasons by licensed waterfowl hunters and only in parking areas with self-contained units.
E. 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.
F. Valid hunting or fishing or Colorado State Wildlife Area Pass NOT required to access this property
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.