Prairie Welcome Trail

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0.9 mile 1.4 kilometer point to point
Easy

Elevation

Ascent: 4' 1 m
Descent: -9' -3 m
High: 5,109' 1,557 m
Low: 5,101' 1,555 m

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Max Grade: 1% (0°)

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“A quick loop through a Colorado prairie.”

— Rob M.

Features Birding · Wildflowers

Description

The Prairie Welcome Trail departs from the Barr Lake Nature Center parking lot. The trail heads into the prairie and features a handful of wildlife observation points for good viewing locations.

Guided tours are available, check with the visitors station for a schedule.

Flora & Fauna

Native and introduced grasses, prairie dogs, and toads can all be seen from the wildlife viewing points.

Contacts

Local Club: Friends of Barr Lake

Feb 18, 2020: Slow-Mo Birds

Feb 7, 2020: Bald Eagle Festival: Adopt An Eagle Fundraiser

Feb 5, 2020: Barr Lake is a Haven for 100+ Bald Eagles

Land Manager: Colorado Parks and Wildlife

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#4

in Barr Lake State Park

#3,919

in Colorado

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