Vogel Canyon
This scenic out-of-the-way spot features picnic sites, interpretive signs and rock art. For birds, the main attraction of this medium sized canyon are the two permanent springs at the bottom of the canyon about a mile from the parking area. The riparian habitat here could attract migrants in season. Almost every regular southeast dryland species occurs here, including Eastern Phoebe by the water, nesting Great Horned Owl, and Common Poorwill. The habitat here includes, in addition to the springs, pinyon-juniper, rimrock and cliffs and extensive cholla grasslands with pronghorn, jackrabbits, coyotes and box turtles. Four hiking trails provide access to all the habitats.
Restrictions: Obey all rules and regulations
County: Otero
Attractions: Pictographs
Directions: From La Junta, head south on CO 109 to GR 802 (David Canyon Road) and turn right (southwest). About a mile and a half from CO 109, turn left (south) onto GR 31. The parking lot is a mile south at the end of the road.
Alternate Directions: From La Junta, head south on CO 109 to GR 802 (David Canyon Road) and turn right (southwest). About a mile and a half from CO 109, turn left (south) onto GR 31. The parking lot is a mile south at the end of the road.
Habitat: Lowland Riparian, Rimrock, Cliff Face, Cholla, Grassland/Prairie, Pinyon-Juniper Forest
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours:
Ownership: US Forest Service
Admission or Fees: Free
Parking: Gravel parking area
Lodging: Tent camping in the parking lot only
Handicapped: Yes
Handicapped Access: Easy walking trail
Delorme: 100 A3
ROC: 140 B2
Latitude: 37.77007
Longitude: -103.512883
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Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L371237