Pennock Creek
Status
Established
Year Established
2000
Location
Station
State
Colorado
National Forest Regions
Rocky Mountain Region (R2)
40.5375, -105.55
Pennock Creek Research Natural Area
Ecological and Physical Description
Size
6,377ac (2,581ha)
Elevation Range
8,800' (2,682m) - 12,148' (3,703m)
Primary Features
The Pennock Creek RNA includes a complete watershed of extensive north-facing subalpine forests and some low alpine tundra. The high-elevation limber pine forest is a principal feature of this RNA as well asoutstanding examples of upper montane and subalpine forest cover types and low alpine tundra.
Last updated January 31, 2023