Cowdrey Lake State Wildlife Area
When not busy with boaters, this lake can be productive for waterbirds, including mixed flocks of geese, diving ducks, and even loons in fall. There is a nice patch of thick vegetation along the southeast shore where migrant passerines are sometimes concentrated and species such as Lincoln’s Sparrow breed. Golden Eagles and (in the winter) Rough-legged Hawks are common in the area, and keep an eye out for moose in any wet spot nearby.
Restrictions: Sailboard prohibited
County: Jackson
Directions: Cowdrey Lake is just west of CO 125 along CR 39 (unmarked, but there is a large green SWA sign marking the entrance) 1.5 miles south of Cowdrey, and 7.5 miles north of Walden.
Alternate Directions: From Walden, head north on CO 125 for 7.5 miles to CR 39 on the left, marked by a large green SWA sign.
Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, 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: None
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Some car birding
Delorme: 17 B7
ROC: 22 B4
Latitude: 40.839
Longitude: -106.31222