Cottonwood Canyon in Colorado

Cottonwood Canyon

Birdwatchers are spoiled for choice when it comes to birding areas around Colorado, but the mountains valleys, and lush forests of this canyon in the Wasatch Range are one of the most popular.

Guide Sections

Use Cottonwood Canyon's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.

Birding

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Birdwatchers are spoiled for choice when it comes to birding areas around Colorado, but the mountains valleys and lush forests of this canyon in the Wasatch Range are one of the most popular. This remote landscape is home to tons of winged creatures including Mississippi Kites, Western Screech Owls, and Ladder-backed Woodpeckers.