Viewing McLellen Res - Arapahoe Cty

[Steve Stachowiak]

Cobirders,

David Suddjian recently posted information and sightings for McLellen Reservoir.  In addition to viewing from the spot David noted at County Line Rd and Lucent Blvd intersection, there is also a dirt pull off (watch for potholes) at the southwest end of the reservoir just before the Harley dealership.  The affords view on the western third of the reservoir where it is the deepest and widest.  This same section of reservoir can also be viewed from the north side by parking at Writers Vista Park which is located south of W Mineral Ave.  There is a walking trail that goes to the west along the fence line along the northern edge of the reservoir which includes the small cove which is difficult to see from the south side along County Line Road.

Good Birding,

Steve Stachowiak

Highlands Ranch, CO

[David Suddjian]

Just to add, a challenge from Writers Vista Park (in addition to the trees that are often in the way) is that the viewing is southward and so the light is usually not so good in winter, unless it is very cloudy. But that side is a pleasant birding area. There is also the trail along Highline Canal which skirts the north side of the upper half of the reservoir if one wants to get some walking exercise.

David Suddjian

Ken Caryl Valley

Littleton, CO

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