North of Ridgway, this site offers access to big stretches of Gambel Oak shrubland and the birds dependent upon that habitat, such as Bushtit, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher, Virginia's Warbler, and Spotted Towhee. The upper reaches of the site are dominated by conifer habitats that offer a different mix of species. Some of the roads are questionable in wet weather.

Habitat: Scrub Oak Forest, Mixed Conifer Forest

Directions: From Ridgway, travel north on US 550 past Ridgway Reservoir to 4 Road and turn east. At an intersection with another road, turn north to stay with 4 Road; the road will immediately make a few hairpin turns and then straighten out somewhat. Continue uphill to intersection with 4B Road and turn west and follow all the way to 2 Road and turn west, again, which will take you back to US 550. These roads traverse both public and private lands, so please respect private property. From Colona, take US 550 south to 2 Road and follow the above directions in reverse.

A hunting or fishing license or State Wildlife Area Pass is required.

Acknowledgments: Hotspot information was originally compiled on Birding Colorado, a service of Colorado Field Ornithologists. CFO thanks all the original contributors.