Picket Wire Corrals Interpretive Site

Area Status: Open

This popular meeting spot, about 33 miles south of La Junta, offers wildlife interpretation and corrals for public equestrian use.

At a Glance

Fees: No fees.
Permit Info: Commercial tours required to have a special use permit. Fees vary. Contact 719-384-2181 for information.
Open Season: Open Year Round
Restrictions: No shooting.
Closest Towns: La Junta, Colorado
Water: None
Restroom: Vault
Operated By: USDA Forest Service

General Information

Directions: From La Junta, Colorado drive south on Highway 109 for 13 miles; turn right (west) on County Road 802 (David Canyon Road) and continue for 8 miles. Turn left (south) on County Road 25 and travel for 6 miles.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

RV Camping

There are no hookups for RV camping in this area.

Dispersed Camping

Day Hiking

Backpacking

Horse Riding

You must use certified weed free hay and feed for livestock while accessing the Comanche National Grasslands and recreational areas.

Viewing Wildlife

Viewing Plants

Viewing Scenery

Interpretive Areas

Picnicking

There are no trash receptacles, please pack out what you bring in.

No potable water available.

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Area/Length : 
N/A

  Latitude : 
37.65912772

  Longitude : 
-103.6202395

  Elevation : 
4644 feet