Meeker Area Recreation Information
Vacation
opportunities abound in the area, which includes the White River National
Forest and Routt National Forest. If you like a change of seasons, this
is the perfect place to live. The four seasons show themselves in Meeker with a splendor
and intensity that is hard to believe.
 You can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking,
backpacking, 4-wheeling, motor biking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling,
horseback riding, or just pure, simple relaxation. Wildlife viewing and
photography opportunities are everywhere in the White River Valley.
 The largest elk herds in the United States are found
in Western Colorado. Thousands of hunters come to Colorado every year to
test their skills and hopefully bag the elusive "Wapiti". Meeker and the
surrounding areas are also very popular with hunters who pursue antelope,
mule deer, mountain lion and black bear.
Non-game species of wildlife are abundant. Bald Eagles
are frequently seen in their towering nesting areas along the White River
near Meeker. Golden Eagles soar through the skies and are an awesome sight
as well. Photos courtesy Kay Bumguardner. Click on images to enlarge.
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White River National Forest Map The Blanco Ranger District has 111 miles of streams, 757
acres of natural lakes, 9 campgrounds, 17 trailheads, 250
miles of hiking trails, 280 miles of snowmobile trails and 25 acres of reservoirs providing a
variety of fishing opportunities. There are also ample
opportunities for the cross country skiier. You'll find
challenging bike trails offering spectacular views of the Flat
Tops. For additional information and maps contact The
Blanco District, 317 East Market Street,
Meeker, CO 81641 Phone:
970-878-4039 or
E-Mail
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| The Flat Tops Trail Scenic byway cuts through the heart of the original White River Plateau
Timberland Reserve, set aside in the late 19th century as the second unit of
what eventually became the National Forest system. Two decades later, in a
foreshadowing of the
1964 Wilderness Act, development of any kind was banned
around Trapper’s Lake (the "Cradle of Wilderness"). The area’s long-standing
history of preservation and multiple-use land management makes for pristine
scenery and superlative wildlife viewing. Meeker and Yampa, the route’s two endpoints, embody the rugged
individualism that lies at the heart of western lore. Click on map to
enlarge. The Town of Meeker has begun
an effort to promote this scenic byway. |
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