Pinello Ranch
This 260 acre property has Fountain Creek bordering to the west and Venetucci Farm to the south. Rich riparian habitat with floodplain cottonwoods and willows provides a mosaic of habitats. A series of ponds and cattail marshes also provide excellent habitat.
Restrictions: Please respect private property
County: El Paso
Directions: From I-25 south of Colorado Springs, exit South Academy Blvd Exit 135. Go east for 1/2 mile and take the exit for Highway 85 toward Fountain. Turn right (south)on Highway 85 and go 0.7 miles, look for the ranch sign on your right.
Habitat: Grassland/Prairie, Lowland Riparian
Dates of Access: Currently only open during guided tours. See website for upcoming opportunities.
Hours: By Appointment
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: Please visit website for information.
Parking: Yes
Lodging: Hotel in Fountain or Colorado Springs
Handicapped: Yes
Handicapped Access: Hotel in Fountain or Colorado Springs
Delorme: 63 B5
ROC: 105 F2
Latitude: 38.76050239
Longitude: -104.7528389
Contact Information
For Questions contact David Rudin, Education Coordinator: drudin@ppcf.org, 389-1251 X112