Basalt State Wildlife Area
Coverage of Basalt State Wildlife Area in the Nexus archive.
- Several Colorado shooting ranges close due to high fire danger
Several Colorado shooting ranges, including those in Basalt, Bayfield, and Summit County, are temporarily closed due to Stage 2 fire restrictions linked to extreme fire danger and ongoing drought. The closures are part of broader recreational and environmental measures, including reduced water availability at campgrounds and boating areas, and canceled Fourth of July fireworks.
- Several Colorado shooting ranges close due to high fire danger
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has closed several shooting ranges, including Basalt State Wildlife Area and Bayfield Lions Club range, due to Stage 2 fire restrictions caused by drought and extreme fire danger. Summit County also closed its shooting range, while other closures include campgrounds without water and canceled Fourth of July fireworks.
- Shooting range at Basalt State Wildlife Area closed until further notice
The shooting range at Basalt State Wildlife Area has been closed until further notice due to extreme fire danger. The closure affects the Western Slope region.