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Turks Pond SWA

Baca County

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Turks Pond SWA

Baca 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: Lamar, 719-336-6600.

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.

200 acres.

min. 3,985 ft - max 4,037 ft

139
Dove, Pheasant, Rabbit, Waterfowl
Warm Water

Hunting, Fishing, Picnicking, Nature Viewing

A. Vessel use prohibited except vessels propelled by hand or electric motor when used for fishing or hunting.
B. All human activity prohibited within 0.25 miles of high waterline around Turk’s Pond, including administrative buildings, from opening day of regular duck season through last day of regular darkgoose season as posted. Hunters allowed inside closure only to retrieve downed waterfowl, must leave all firearms outside closure.

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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.