Burchfield State Wildlife Area
Remote and little visited, this spot has the potential to be a first-class migrant trap. Tall cottonwood groves and a dense willow understory define this location. There is also some good brush along the small creek, and a small pond. This is a good spot to find Red-bellied Woodpecker. White-tailed deer, rabbits and foxes take shelter here in the only cover for miles in any direction.
Restrictions: No facilities. Obey all CPW rules and regulations; be aware of hunters in season
County: Baca
Directions: From the intersection of US 160 and CR DD (Maplewood St.), just west of the town of Walsh, bear right onto CR DD and go east for 12 miles to the entrance to Burchfield SWA, on the right.
Alternate Directions: From the intersection of US 160 and CR DD (Maplewood St.), just west of the town of Walsh, bear right onto CR DD and go east for 12 miles to the entrance to Burchfield SWA, on the right.
Habitat: Hedgerow/Shelterbelt
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours:
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission or Fees: 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.
Parking: Gravel parking area
Lodging: Hotel in Springfield
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited
Delorme: 103 C8
ROC: 1.43E+06
Latitude: 37.38397
Longitude: -102.07401
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Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1536885