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BLM Colorado

Colorado's 8.3 million acres of public lands and more than 27 million acres of mineral estate support diverse lifestyles and livelihoods on healthy and working landscapes in Colorado's backyard.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

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BLM seeks initial input for December 2025 oil and gas lease sale in Colorado
Press Release
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BLM, Blue Valley Ranch land exchange in Colorado completed
Announcement
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BLM plans to charge fees in Dominguez-Escalante National Conservation Area to improve recreation, protect natural resources
Announcement
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BLM to charge new fees to benefit Upper Colorado River special recreation management areas
Announcement
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Notice of Final Supplementary Rule for Public Lands Administered by the BLM Tres Rios and Gunnison Field Offices
Announcement
Sheep Point Ramp along the Dolores River in Tres Rios Field Office, CO.
BLM implements recreation decisions for Tres Rios and Gunnison field office public lands
Announcement

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Recreation

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Threatened and Endangered Species

Learn more about Colorado's threatened and endangered species!
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National Conservation Lands

Immerse yourself in Colorado's prized landscapes from congressionally designated wilderness areas to national monuments!
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Colorado WHB Adoption Events

Learn more about upcoming wild horse and burro adoption events in Colorado!
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Wild Horse and Burros

Get out and explore Colorado's three Herd Management Areas, and the Little Book Cliffs Wild Horse Range!
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Resource Advisory Councils

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Fire Information

View maps of active fires, learn about prescribed burns, or check out other fire related stories in Colorado.
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Frequently Used Sites

Not sure where to go from here? We have a list of sites that are used frequently - from recreation to mining claims and everything...
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