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Pastorius Reservoir State Wildlife Area

This State Wildlife Area is, without question, one of the finest birding sites in the area. Almost any bird could show up here. In spring and fall, many species of ducks, geese, and shorebirds stop here, along with smaller numbers of gulls, terns, and ibis. The riparian woods and undergrowth on the north side of the water are a great place to look for common birds like Bullock’s Oriole and rare ones like Prothonotary Warbler. Birds are the main attraction here, but the marsh and pond support muskrats and several species of dragonfly and damselfly.

County: La Plata

Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, Pinyon/Juniper Forest, Lowland Riparian

Directions: From Durango drive east on US 160 about 6 miles to CO 172 and turn right (south) toward the airport. After about two miles turn right (west) on CR 302. After about one mile turn right on CR 304, an unpaved road. Pastorius is on the right after less than 0.5 mile.

Delorme: 86 C3
Roads of Colorado: 146 C2

Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours:
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission: A valid hunting or fishing license, or State Wildlife Area pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing any state wildlife area or state trust lands.

Restrictions: Camping and fires prohibited. Hunting only on Sat., Sun., and Wed.

Parking: Unpaved parking areas
Lodging: Hotels in Durango

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car

Latitude: 37.19757
Longitude: -107.81055

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