Sambrito Marsh
Part of Navajo State Park, this marsh can be accessed by a nature trail that provides good viewing. Use a spotting scope is best to identify birds far out on the water. During migration, many birds can be found here including Sage Sparrow and Sage Thrasher. Watch for good numbers of hawks, especially if you are here in the winter. Deer sometimes graze in the fields nearby.
Restrictions: None
County: Archuleta
Directions: From CO 151 less than one mile east of the La Plata County line turn south on CR 988. This road goes directly to the marsh where there is a parking area, a restroom and a picnic kiosk.
Alternate Directions: From Bayfield, head south on CR 521 (Buck Hwy) for 10 miles to CO 151. Turn left and go 12.5 miles to CR 988. Turn right and go 1.5 miles to the parking area.
Habitat: Marsh, Sagebrush, Grassland/Prairie
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Day use only
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission or Fees: State Park Pass
Parking: Unpaved parking area
Lodging: Camping at State Park
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited
Delorme: 87 D6
ROC: 1.47E+06
Latitude: 37.0021493
Longitude: -107.4739657