Join us on the Colorado Birding Trail to experience a wildlife adventure of your own! Explore Colorado’s incredible diversity of wildlife and the habitats they depend on in unbelievably spectacular settings. From the dry grasslands of the short-grass prairie to the snowy peaks of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado has nearly 1,000 species of wildlife for you to seek in an endless variety of fantastic habitats.
Explore Wild Colorado! From the sleek pronghorn antelope of the vast, high plains prairie to the camouflaged White-tailed Ptarmigan of the alpine tundra, an exciting outdoor adventure awaits you on the Colorado Birding Trail. The easily-navigated website and maps will assist you in planning your personalized wildlife viewing experience.
Are you planning a trip or vacation to Colorado to view our wide diversity of wildlife? Perhaps you’re a resident looking to explore more of your state. Prior to starting your adventure, please take a moment to:
A Southwest region event Bat watching available all summer from June through August through the Orient Land Trust. This hike is open to the public, and we kindly request that all guests use the Black Canyon Trailhead to access the mine. The road to this trailhead is primitive and unmaintained, and it may not be passable without a high-clearance vehicle.
Join us to learn how to safely view moose on the Grand Mesa and visit with local artists! This event will be hosted at the Mesa Community Center, 48973 KE Rd, Mesa, CO. Presentations on moose viewing, the introduction of moose to Grand Mesa, and where to see moose in Colorado. Activities are for all ages and this is a FREE event! Food and art are available for purchase.
Come by the Moose Visitor Center (56750 Hwy 14, Walden, CO) and join in the festivities! The moose capital of Colorado hosts a variety of moose-themed events perfect for the whole family. A state park pass is required if you enter the park, however, all activities at Moose Fest are free! Learn about moose, take a hayride, and enjoy the beautiful scenery at this fun, free, family event!
The bighorn sheep is Colorado’s official animal. Colorado has the largest population of bighorn in North America, so you have a good chance of spotting one.
Helping birds helps us all… and birds need your help! The loss of 3 billion breeding birds is a problem for humans as well—learn more about ways you can help birds thrive.
Helping birds helps us all… and birds need your help! The loss of 3 billion breeding birds is a problem for humans as well—learn more about ways you can help birds thrive.
The Colorado Birding Trail was made possible through a grant from Great Outdoors Colorado which provides Colorado Lottery funds to worthwhile projects. Additional support for the project was provided by many federal, state, and non-profit agencies.
