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Curecanti National Recreation Area
Plan Your Visit
Bighorn Sheep

Photo by Shawn Cigrand

Bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis)

When You Get Here
Stop at the Elk Creek Visitor Center for additional information, Morrow Point Boat Tour reservations, publications and Junior Ranger program for kids.

Help preserve Curecanti for future generations. Please don’t pick the flowers, feed or approach wildlife, or disturb natural features.

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Foundation in Iola Basin  

Did You Know?
Three historic towns were abandoned and flooded when Blue Mesa Reservoir was created: Iola, Cebolla and Sapinero.

Last Updated: April 28, 2009 at 13:25 EST