Sandy Bluffs State Wildlife Area & State Trust Land
A large and beautiful piece of state land north of Idalia, Sandy Bluffs overflows with sandsage, yucca slopes, and eroded outcrops. Watch for Rock Wren, raptors, and sparrows (Cassin’s, Lark and Vesper in the warmer months, White-crowned and possibly White-throated and Harris’ in the colder months). Coyotes, pronghorn, jackrabbits and even bobcats and porcupines may be found on the property. The land is bisected by the Arikaree River, and a good deal of the mature cottonwood forest along the river bottom is accessible on foot.
Restrictions: No Camping, campfires, dog training, and horses prohibited, except when hunting. Access restricted as posted
County: Yuma
Directions: Drive north from the town of Idalia on CR DD about eight miles to the property, which is on both sides of the Arikaree River. Obey posted limits on access.
Alternate Directions: Drive north from the town of Idalia on CR DD about eight miles to the property, which is on both sides of the Arikaree River. Obey posted limits on access.
Habitat: Grassland/Prairie, Yucca, Lowland Riparian
Dates of Access: September 1 to May 31 (Closed in summer)
Hours: 4 am to 9 pm
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife and State Trust Land Board
Admission or Fees: Beginning May 1, 2021, a valid Hunting license, Fishing license, OR State Wildlife Area Pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing any State Wildlife Area or State Trust Land.
Parking: Roadside
Lodging: Hotel in Idalia
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Limited
Delorme: 102 A3
ROC: 78 C1
Latitude: 39.81173
Longitude: -102.31498
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Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L5938404