James M. Robb – Colorado River State Park, Corn Lake Section
There are two units of the Colorado River State Park close to each other here, both fairly comparable. Corn Lake, to the east, has more facilities, a nice pond that sometimes plays host to dabbling ducks, and nice willow and riparian growth. A paved trail runs from here to the Colorado River Wildlife Area unit of the state park a couple of miles to the west, through excellent riparian habitat. Look for Lazuli Bunting, Yellow-breasted Chat, Great Horned Owl, ducks along the river, and migrants in season. At the Wildlife Area there is another pond, this one with more marshy growth around the fringe (look for Marsh Wren, Yellow-headed Blackbird, and shorebirds in times of low water), and more riverside riparian.
Restrictions: Day use only.
County: Mesa
Directions: For Corn Lake, from the Clifton exit off of I-70, head towards Grand Junction on US 6 and turn left onto CO 141 in just over a mile. Take this for 2 miles to the entrance, on the right. To get to the wildlife area from there, head north on CO 141 for a hundred yards and take a left onto CR D and go 3 miles to the entrance, on the left.
Dates of Access: Open year round
Hours: 5 am to 10 pm
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission or Fees: State Parks Pass
Parking: Gravel and paved parking areas
Lodging: Hotels in Grand Junction, camping in James M Robb, Island Acres and Fruita Sections.
Disabled: Yes
Disabled Access: Most of Corn Lake section is handicap accessible
Latitude: 39.05731
Longitude: -108.4601
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