Summit Reservoir State Wildlife Area
This large reservoir is very productive for waterbirds, and the surrounding ponderosa woodland can be good for Grace’s Warbler, and Red Crossbill, among others. During rainy weather, thousands of swallows can be seen skimming low over the water.
Restrictions: Camping and fires are prohibited
County: Montezuma
Directions: From the town of Mancos, located along US 160 about 15 miles east of Cortez, head north on CO 184 approximately eight miles to the lake, which is on the left (south). The surrounding land is private.
Alternate Directions: From Mancos, head west on CO 184 for 9 miles to the entrance to the SWA and reservoir, on the left.
Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, Ponderosa Forest
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Daylight hours
Ownership: Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Admission or Fees: A valid hunting or fishing license, or State Wildlife Area pass is required for everyone 16 or older accessing any state wildlife area or state trust lands.
Parking: Gravel parking area
Lodging: None
Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Handicap accessible restrooms/Some viewing from car
Delorme: 85 A5
ROC: 1.29E+06
Latitude: 37.4248
Longitude: -108.38553
Contact Information
Area CPW Office: Durango, (970) 247-0855
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Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2325081