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Recreation Region: Sulphur Ranger District

Osprey Viewing Site

This is an interpretive site for viewing ospreys and bald eagles that inhabit the Shadow Mountain Reservoir and Colorado River area. Facilities include interpretive signs and telescopes for viewing wildlife.

General Information

Valid recreation pass must be displayed on vehicle.

Day Use:
$5 per vehicle per day
$10 for three days
$15 for seven days
$30 annual pass

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.204625

Longitude: -105.84071

Directions

Take highway 34 to Green Ridge Complex (County Road 66, Forest Road 274). Turn right on CR 66 and drive to the gate. The accessible platform and telescopes are on the left.

Parking

Parking for 10 vehicles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Interpretive Areas/ExhibitsInterpretive Areas/Exhibits
Viewing WildlifeViewing Wildlife

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Recreation Groups

colorful canoes on a lake with a pine covered mountain in the background

From camping to boating to hiking to fishing, there is something for everyone within the Arapaho National Recreation Area.

Last updated March 10, 2025