

Colorado National Parks
Russell Lakes National Natural Landmark

The most extensive bulrush marsh in Colorado, Russell Lakes represents one of the few remaining large, high-altitude, alkaline marshes in the southern Rocky Mountains. This site supports large numbers of flora and fauna and is an outstanding resting and breeding site for waterfowl. Ownership: Federal, private.
Designation Date: 1975
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San Luis Valley - Northern, Colorado includes: Crestone, Mineral Hot Springs, Moffat, Saguache, Villa Grove