Deadman Creek
Status
Established
Year Established
1998
Location
Station
State
Colorado
National Forest Regions
Rocky Mountain Region (R2)
37.920833, -105.566667
Deadman Creek Research Natural Area
Ecological and Physical Description
Size
4,778ac (1,934ha)
Elevation Range
9,120' (2,780m) - 13,604' (4,146m)
Primary Features
The Deadman Creek RNA includes the complete upper watershed of Deadman Creek, extending from the crest of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the floor of the San Luis Valley, including near pristine subalpine forest and alpine tundra. A large area of aspen forest covers much of the lower to middle elevations of the watershed, which includes a substantial representation of high elevation wetlands, grasslands, and alpine tundra.
Last updated January 31, 2023