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Russell Lakes
Russell Lakes. Photo by S. Hutchison.
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. The site supports large numbers of flora and fauna and is an outstanding resting and breeding site for waterfowl.
Location: Saguache County, CO
Year designated: 1975
Acres: 2,306
Ownership: Federal, Private
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Last Updated: June 28, 2012
