Craig Colorado

Named after Reverend Bayard Craig in 1889, Craig Colorado was incorporated as a city on April 24, 1908. The town of Craig was established as a county seat when Moffat County came into being.

Located just 7 miles northwest of Craig, Cedar Mountain is a popular picnic and nature trail area. The mountain offers the perfect nesting habitat for bald eagles and golden eagles because it is full of sagebrush and pinyon/juniper. Here you can view plenty of mule deer, jack rabbits, cottontails, ground squirrels, songbirds, pinyon jays, turkey vultures, and other winged creatures. Pronghorn antelope are also often seen on the way to Cedar Mountain, and bald eagles are a beautiful sight all year alongside the Yampa River.

The Axial Basin south of Craig is another great place to observe herds of elk, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope. If you want to drive, you can travel a 70-mile loop by car from Craig on U.S. Hwy 40, Colorado Hwy 13, and County Road 17. There are small mammals in the area too, including rabbits, weasels, and coyotes. Also look out for golden and bald eagles, sage grouse, rough-legged hawks, and other birds. The best time to view wildlife is from December until March.

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Other Online Resources

  • Basalt Colorado
    Basalt is a small town in the Roaring Fork Valley, near Aspen Colorado.
  • 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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