Wetlands are an important part of the Colorado landscape. Recognizing a wetland is the first step towards managing the area and any development around it. Wetlands in Colorado usually fall into one of four classifications; peatland, marshland, wet meadow, and riparian.
Working with wetlands can be complicated. This is a glimpse of Colorado wetlands. Colorado Division of Wildlife has developed a program to protect wetlands and wetland dependent wildlife. For more information go to Colorado Wetlands Program.
