Eastern Plains · Pronghorn Trail

Cholla patch near Fowler

A small, privately owned patch of cholla near Fowler is a great place to look for desert birds like Curve-billed Thrasher, Scaled Quail and Greater Roadrunner, although none of them are common. You might also see Wild Turkey, Northern Mockingbird and even Coyote. Viewing from vehicle only, private property on both sides.

Restrictions: Beware fast-moving traffic on rural roads

County: Crowley

Directions: From US 50 in Fowler; go north on CO 167; when you get to CO 96 the 'Cholla field' is the corner to the right (NE corner of 167 and 96). This field can be viewed 1) from Hwy 96 for a mile or two; 2) from Hwy 167 by driving along the west side north to the canal; and 3) along the canal road (driving it east).

Alternate Directions: From US 50 in Fowler; go north on CO 167; when you get to CO 96 the Cholla 'field' is the corner to the right (NE corner of 167 and 96). This field can be viewed 1) from Hwy 96 for a mile or two; 2) from Hwy 167 by driving along the west side north to the canal; and 3) along the canal road (driving it east).

Habitat: Cholla

Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Ownership: Please respect private property (public road)
Admission or Fees: Free

Parking: Roadside, viewing from car only

Lodging: Hotel in Ordway

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car only

Delorme: 98 D2

ROC: 123 D2

Latitude: 38.16695
Longitude: -104.02278