Wellington SWA
Larimer County
Access Requirements:
Activities & Amenities:
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Camping
- Guides Available
Contact:
Area CPW Office: Fort Collins, 970-472-4300.
Wellington SWA
Larimer 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: Fort Collins, 970-472-4300.
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.
1793 acres.
min. 5,123 ft - max 5,523 ft
Hunting, Fishing, Hiking and Walking, Nature Viewing
A. Wellington and Schware units open only July 16–March 14.
B. Wellington Unit closed from first day of regular waterfowl season to first day of pheasant season, except Sat., Sun., Wed. and state and federal holidays.
C. Hunting with centerfire rifles prohibited.
D. Target practice prohibited except when authorized by Area Wildlife Manager.
E. Vessel use prohibited except hand-propelled vessels used in dog training, field trials or to hunt waterfowl.
F. Field trials may be authorized on Wellington and Schware units Feb., March 1–14 and Aug. Trials may be authorized on Cobb Lake Unit year round.
G. Domestic, feral or privately owned game birds may be released with permit for dog training on Cobb Lake Unit. All birds taken shall be removed, and all privately owned game birds shall be prepared for human consumption.
H. Horse use prohibited, except at Cobb Lake Unit during field trials.
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.