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Verner SWA (Fishing Lease)

Jackson County

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Verner SWA (Fishing Lease)

Jackson 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:

  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Camping
  • Guides Available

Contact:

Area office in Steamboat Springs, 970-870-3333

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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 SWA hosts 2 miles of river.

Fishable area: North Platte River.

Important Access Information

There is no public access easement south of Jackson County Road 18 on the Verner SWA. All public access and angling south of the bridge is prohibited. Access to the SWA is permitted from the established Parking Area only.​

2 acres.

min. 7,967 ft - max 8,108 ft

16
No hunting opportunities available

A. Public access prohibited, except while fishing.
B. Discharge of firearms or bows prohibited.

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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.