Hoosier Ridge
Status
Established
Year Established
1995
Location
Station
State
Colorado
National Forest Regions
Rocky Mountain Region (R2)
39.358333, -106.033333
Hoosier Ridge Research Natural Area
Ecological and Physical Description
Size
695ac (281ha)
Elevation Range
11,920' (3,633m) - 12,953' (3,948m)
Primary Features
The Hoosier Ridge RNA consists of a broad alpine ridge roughly bisected by the Continental Divide. The RNA includes significant populations of many rare plant species, including the federally threatened Penland alpine fen mustard (Eutrema penlandii). Parts of the RNA burned in 2018.
Last updated January 31, 2023