Historic Flooding Impacts Hunting Areas in Southwest Colorado
Historic Flooding Impacts Hunting Areas in Southwest Colorado
US · Published Nov 13, 2026
• Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has announced refund opportunities for hunters in Game Management Units (GMUs) affected by historic flooding in southwest Colorado.
• The flooding has caused major highway closures and damage to county and forest service roads, severely limiting access to public lands.

Impact & Risks

The flooding has disrupted hunting activities in southwest Colorado, particularly in affected GMUs. Hunters face restricted access to public lands due to road closures and infrastructure damage. This has led to challenges in reaching hunting areas, impacting recreational activities and local economies reliant on hunting seasons. The damage to roads also poses risks to transportation and emergency response in the region.

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