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Turk's Pond SWA

Description: Check this small pond for ducks during the fall and spring, and shorebirds if the water is low. The few small trees around the lake could contain migrants in season, and sparrows during the winter. The small pond across from the entrance road often has as many ducks as Turk's Pond does. Other wildlife here can include white-tailed deer, rabbits, foxes, raccoons, reptiles and amphibians.
Habitat: Pond/Lake/Reservoir
Directions: From the north, go south on US 287/385 to CO 116 (37 miles south of Lamar), and turn left (east). Follow 116 for 14 miles to CR 39 and turn right (south). Go 5 miles and turn right (west) onto CR LL. CR LL dead-ends at Turk's Pond after about a half mile.
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours of Operation: Dawn to dusk, closed during the winter waterfowl season
Delorme: 103 C8
Roads of Colorado: 142 C4
Latitude: 37.488960000000
Longitude: -102.377540000000
Ownership: CDOW
Lodging: Hotel in Springfield
Parking: Gravel parking areas
Admission: Free
Restrictions or Hazards: See dates of access; be aware of hunters in season. No camping
Handicap Access: Some viewing from car
Attractions: Picnic shelters
Contact Information:
URL: Turk's Pond SWA Website


