Aiken Canyon
This Nature Conservancy reserve has some of the best pinyon-juniper habitat in the area, this is also a very scenic area with red rock outcrops dotting the landscape. Pinyon-Juniper ecosystems are home to specialists of that habitat, including Pinyon Jays, Juniper Titmouse, Bushtit, and Ash-throated Flycatcher. Additionally the Pinyon-Juniper ecosystems are some of the most bio-diverse forest systems we have in Colorado. Be sure to keep an eye out for reptiles and large mammals such as deer and coyote.
Restrictions: Obey all rules and regulations. No pets or dogs allowed on the preserve.
County: El Paso
Directions: From the North take I-25 to the South Nevada exit (exit 140B) and head south. This will turn into Highway 115. Once you have got onto South Nevada from I-25 travel approximately 15 miles to Turkey Canyon Ranch Road to the entrance of the park, which is on the west side of the road.
Habitat: Pinyon-Juniper Forest
Dates of Access: Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Ownership: Nature Conservancy
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Yes
Lodging: Hotel in Colorado Springs
Disabled: No
Disabled Access: Limited
Delorme: 62 C3
ROC: 105 D2-D3
Latitude: 38.61773
Longitude: -104.91168