Caribou Ranch Open Space annual spring closure April 1 through June 30.
The annual closure is in place to protect spring migratory birds,
overwinter elk survival, and elk calving and rearing activities at
Caribou Ranch Open Space. The closure is for the entire property; no
visitors are permitted.
Approximately 50 species of mammals could potentially live and/or travel
through the open space annually. This represents about 50 percent of all
mammal species found in Boulder County. Please respect wildlife needs
for solitude.
Resident caretaker, park rangers, and county sheriff deputies who patrol
the open space property can fine violators up to $300.
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