Crystal Springs Ranch

This working ranch borders Flagler State Wildlife Area to the north. With a flowing natural spring and two ponds, it is a lovely spot for viewing all kinds of wildlife. Rails can be found in some of the wetter areas, and the trees on the property are worth birding at any season. In addition, your opportunities for finding prairie birds are much better on this property than at the State Wildlife Area to the south. This is a destination along I-70 that no birder should miss!

Restrictions: Enter through gate adjacent to State Wildlife Area

County: Kit Carson

Directions: To inquire about access to this ranch and to get directions, please contact the landowner at 719-765-4884 or email lingerctl@esrta.com. Please remember that this is a working ranch as well as a private residence, and there may be times when the landowner cannot accommodate visits. While you are on the ranch, remember to stay on roads, leave gates as you find them (whether open or closed), and refrain from taking anything off the ranch or leaving trash behind.

Alternate Directions: To inquire about access to this ranch and to get directions, please contact Linda at the Flagler Conservation District (719-765-4676) a minimum of 48 hours in advance of your potential visit. Please remember that this is a working ranch as well as a private residence, and there may be times when the landowner cannot accommodate visits. While you are on the ranch, remember to stay on roads, leave gates as you find them (whether open or closed), and refrain from taking anything off the ranch or leaving trash behind.

Habitat: Grassland/Prairie, Pond, Lowland Riparian

Dates of Access: Contact owner prior to visit
Hours: 0
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: $10/person/day

Parking: Yes

Lodging: Hotel in Flagler

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited

Delorme: 97 C5

ROC: 9.3E+02

Latitude: 39.29849
Longitude: -102.98119

Contact Information

To inquire about access to this ranch and to get directions, please contact the landowner at 719-765-4884 or email lingerctl@esrta.com.