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Lucy Ferril Ela Wildlife Sanctuary
Grand Valley Audubon Society​

Date Hiked: May 21, 2016

Distance: 1 mi (RT)
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Elevation: 4,500 ft
Trailhead Lat/Long:39º 04' 39" N; 108º 36' 16" W
Managing Agency: Grand Valley Audubon Society
​Fee: None

Grand Valley Audubon Society Webpage
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Directions:  The Ela Wildlife Sanctuary is located on Dike Road.  From Grand Junction, take Riverside Parkway to route 340/Broadway.  Head south on Broadway, cross the Colorado River, and turn right on Dike Road.  Follow it to just before the entrance to Colorado River State Park.  The small parking area in on the right.

The Lucy Ferril Ela Wildlife Sanctuary is a small parcel of nature situated along the Colorado River, just east of the Connected Lakes Area of the Colorado River State Park.  This small wildlife sanctuary is beautiful and peaceful, especially in the late afternoon/early evening.  

When I hiked here, however, the Colorado River was high and water was covering the dike that feeds into the pond.  Crossing was not possible, therefore, I couldn't hike the entire park.  I strongly recommend checking this out if you are looking for a peaceful easy stroll of a hike.  There is also another area on the other side of the road that is currently closed (except for a wildlife blind) but looks like it is in the process of being developed.  
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