Rocky Mountains · Piedra Trail

Zink’s Pond

Here in one of the driest parts of a dry state, this permanent spring-fed pond, surrounded by a small marsh and a larger wet meadow, is a major attraction for birds. Species including Sora, Virginia Rail, Marsh Wren, Common Yellowthroat, and even Bald Eagle have nested here or nearby. The pond is on private property and can be viewed only from the road.

Restrictions: Private property; viewing only from road.

County: La Plata

Directions: From Durango go south on US 160/550. Continue south on US 550 after US 160 heads east for about 6 miles and turn right (west) on CR 214. At the bottom of the hill turn left (south) on CR 215. In about one mile after a sharp right turn there is an overlook on the right side for the pond. Scan the pond and marsh from here.

Alternate Directions: From Durango, head east on US160 for just over 4 miles to the junction with US550. Turn right and go 5 miles to CR 214, on the right. Turn and go down the hill, to a 'T' with CR 215 in 1.5 miles. Turn left and go the pond, on the right in 0.8 miles.

Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir, Marsh

Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: Any
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: Free

Parking: Roadside

Lodging: Hotels in Durango

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car

Delorme: 86 C2

ROC: 146 C2

Latitude: 37.1391305
Longitude: -107.8631999