Leadville National Fish Hatchery
Leadville National Fish Hatchery is the second-oldest federal hatchery in the nation. Its grounds are open to the public for hiking and wildlife viewing, and include willow thickets, subalpine (spruce-fir) forest, and two public fishing ponds which can attract waterfowl, especially in late fall. Great Blue Herons and Bald Eagles sometimes take advantage of the easy pickings here, and mammals on the property include elk and porcupine.
Restrictions: Obey all rules and regulations
County: Lake
Directions: From Leadville, head 3.5 miles south on US 24 to a left-hand bend in the highway. Just past the bend, turn right on CO 300. Head 2.2 miles down this road to the hatchery.
Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, Spruce-Fir Forest, Streamside Willow
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Parking lot
Lodging: Hotel in Leadville
Disabled: Yes
Disabled Access: Limited
Delorme: 47 C6
ROC: 86 A2
Latitude: 39.22514
Longitude: -106.39182
Contact Information
Project Leader: Josh Homer
(719) 486-0189
josh_homer@fws.gov
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Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2220944