Wildlife and Recreation

Responsible Recreation for Wildlife

Recreating responsibly in Colorado’s wildlife areas is essential for preserving the natural beauty and habitats of the region. Here are some guidelines to follow when enjoying outdoor activities in Colorado’s wilderness:

  • Moose
    If you encounter a moose while hiking, it’s crucial to remain calm and take cautious measures to ensure both your safety and the well-being of the moose.
  • Bear
    Exercise caution regarding food and garbage in bear-inhabited areas to minimize potential encounters.
  • Fox
    Compact in size, typically displaying a reddish hue, while some may appear grey or black. Possesses a lengthy, bushy tail with a distinctive white tip. Exhibits a lack of fear towards humans.
  • Lynx
    The Canada Lynx is a remarkable wild cat species known for its tufted ears, distinctive appearance, and large snowshoe-like paws, and it is listed as a threatened species in some regions.
  • Birds of Prey
    In Summit County, Colorado, the skies are graced by the majestic presence of birds of prey, including red-tailed hawks, eagles, osprey and the occasional peregrine falcon.
  • Cutthroat Trout
    Cutthroat trout, distinguished by their vibrant slashes of red on the lower jaw, thrive in pristine mountain streams, embodying the natural beauty and resilience of freshwater ecosystems.
If you encounter a moose while hiking, it’s crucial to remain calm and take cautious measures to ensure both your safety and the well-being of the moose.
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Exercise caution regarding food and garbage in bear-inhabited areas to minimize potential encounters.
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Compact in size, typically displaying a reddish hue, while some may appear grey or black. Possesses a lengthy, bushy tail with a distinctive white tip. Exhibits a lack of fear towards humans.
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The Canada Lynx is a remarkable wild cat species known for its tufted ears, distinctive appearance, and large snowshoe-like paws, and it is listed as a threatened species in some regions.
Learn More
In Summit County, Colorado, the skies are graced by the majestic presence of birds of prey, including red-tailed hawks, eagles, osprey and the occasional peregrine falcon.
Learn More
Cutthroat trout, distinguished by their vibrant slashes of red on the lower jaw, thrive in pristine mountain streams, embodying the natural beauty and resilience of freshwater ecosystems.
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We don’t own planet earth, we belong to it. We must share it with our wildlife.

Steve Irwin
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