Rio Grande National Forest allows big game, small game and waterfowl hunting in Conejos Peak, Creede District and Saguache District. Six species of big game animals are hunted in the forest, including elk, mule, deer, pronghorn, antelope, black bear, bighorn sheep and mountain lion. In addition, the San Luis Valley provides some of the best waterfowl hunting in the state, including puddle ducks, diving ducks and geese and swans. Certain regulations and restrictions apply when hunting in the Rio Grande National Forest. Please contact the Colorado Division of Wildlife for current information.
State regulations apply.
Medano Creek is stocked with the rare Rio Grande cutthroat trout. Winter fishing is popular from Capulin to La Jara Reservoir. Rattlesnakes are common along the lower area of La Jara Creek.