Ponds along US 285
Aliases: Kenosha Pass
The small ponds along the side of the highway around Kenosha Pass can make for a good quick stop on the way to/from Denver. During summer months, Eared Grebes are often present in decent numbers (and with good plumage!), and a variety of other duck species are possible. Also, look for the typical assortment of open-country montane species. Mountain Bluebirds are regular in the area, and in the winter months, rosy-finches are sometimes found, especially during inclement weather.
Restrictions: Hunting is not permitted within a 1/4 mile of the highway along Kenosha Pass. Please be sure to check hunting regulations .
County: Park
Directions: From Denver: take C-470 south to US Hwy 285. Go south on US Hwy 285 for approximately 45 miles to Kenosha Pass, about seven miles southwest of Grant. Parking for the ponds around Kenosha Pass will be on the east side.
Alternate Directions: From Denver: take C-470 south to US Hwy 285. Go south on US Hwy 285 for approximately 45 miles to Kenosha Pass, about seven miles southwest of Grant. Parking for the ponds around Kenosha Pass will be on the east side.
Dates of Access: Open year round
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Roadside
Lodging: Hotels in Fairplay, camping at Jefferson Lake from
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car
Latitude: 39.417078
Longitude: -105.762275