Protecting land and water for people and wildlife

Protecting land and water for people and wildlife

Protecting land and water for people and wildlife

What We Do

Colorado Open Lands believes that Colorado’s lands and waters are critically important to our unmatched quality of life.  Our work is dedicated to ensuring their continued preservation for future generations.  Our conservation successes to date include:

686,921

Acres of land

715

Projects

50

Counties 

3,238

miles of waterways

Latest News

Cheers for Conservation is September 21!

Join us for a farm-fresh dinner, auction, and celebration as we present the 30th Annual George E. Cranmer Award to Senator Michael Bennet. Senator Michael Bennet has been a tireless advocate for protecting Colorado’s natural resources. He has worked to increase public...

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Gold Nuggets River Ranch – permanently protected!

Gold Nuggets River Ranch – permanently protected!

Gold Nuggets River Ranch is a 117-acre parcel along the Tarryall Creek in Park County. It consists of an 80-acre hay meadow with a backdrop of jagged rocks and mountain terrain. The property is situated right below a scenic overlook on County Road 77, offering...

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Oak Meadows Ranch – permanently protected!

Oak Meadows Ranch – permanently protected!

Oak Meadows Ranch is located in Moffat and Rio Blanco Counties, south of the City of Craig and northeast of the Town of Meeker. The property is managed as summer grazing ground for cattle by the Steele family, which has been ranching for six generations. Four...

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