Craig Colorado
Craig, Colorado, was named after Reverend Bayard Craig in 1889.
Incorporated as a city on April 24, 1908, Craig became the county seat
when Moffat County was created out of the western portion of Routt
County on February 27, 1911. Close to Steamboat Springs, Craig is a
town well worth having a look at for a whole number of reasons.
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Cedar Mountain - is an easily accessible picnic and nature trail area
located 7 miles northwest of Craig. This sagebrush and pinyon/juniper
mountain provides nesting habitat for bald eagles and golden eagles.
This area provides excellent viewing of mule deer, jack rabbits,
cottontails, ground squirrels, songbirds, pinyon jays, turkey vultures,
and other birds. Pronghorn antelope are frequently observed along the
route to Cedar Mountain and bald eagles are seen year-round along the
Yampa River basin.
Axial Basin - south of Craig, provides excellent observation points for
herds of elk, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope. A 70 mile driving loop
can be made from Craig along U.S. Hwy 40, Colorado Hwy 13, and County
Road 17. Small mammals in this area include rabbits, weasels, and
coyotes. Golden and bald eagles, sage grouse, rough-legged hawks, and
other birds are also seen as one crosses the Yampa River basin. Best
viewing is December through March.
Sage Grouse Leks - are open elevated breeding grounds for sage grouse
located in the sagebrush country of Moffat County. From mid-March
through late May the grouse perform their ritual courtship dance on
these ancestral grounds. The male grouse can be observed strutting for
the females while they make a resonant popping and hooting sound. The
best time to observe the grouse is just before dawn, so it is advised
that you scout the area in the afternoon. Use your car as a blind for
birdwatching and stay on roads and trails so as not to flush the birds
from the lek.
Other pages you might find helpful:
City of Craig, Colorado
City of Craig's Official Website.
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Colorado Northwestern Community College is located in Craig, Colorado.
Craig Parks and Recreation
City of Craig Department of Parks and Recreation.
Moffat County Libraries
Moffat County Library is located in Craig, Colorado.
Moffat County School District
Official site for the Moffat County School District.
Moffat County, Colorado
Moffat County Government's Official Website
The Craig Police
The Craig Police strive to serve and protect the local community.
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