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The 277-acre Alma State Wildlife Area is located north of Alma along the Middle Fork of the South Platte River. Fishing, wildlife viewing, and camping are available in accordance with state fishing regulations, and restrooms and campsites are provided. To reach the State Wildlife Area, go 1.5 miles north from Alma on Highway 9, then turn left on County Road Read more...

[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”3″ display=”basic_imagebrowser” template=”default”] Alma, the highest incorporated town in North America, is located at the base of the Mosquito Range and offers a quiet town park for you to enjoy. Amenities include restrooms, playground, fishing access, beach, bandstand, skate park, basketball court, and picnic tables. Have a picnic by the Middle Fork of the South Platte River with Read more...

The Bristlecone Pine Scenic Area was established by the US. Forest Service in 1964. Bristlecone pines (Pinus aristata), the most durable living entities on this planet, are known to have achieved lifespans of several thousand years. A native of the American Rocky Mountains, these conifers are found at elevations that exceed 8,000 feet and are often found right at the Read more...

Located near the summit of Hoosier Pass off Hwy 9 is Montgomery Reservoir. At an elevation of 10,873 feet, this high altitude lake offers some dramatic views as it is surrounded by 14,000-foot peaks. Due to the winds that come down off the peaks, this reservoir is known to freeze over into solid blue ice in the winter. The reservoir Read more...