Master Plan

A Spectacular Resource

Few places epitomize Colorado’s diverse landscapes as well as the Colorado River Valley as it winds through Garfield County. The river is lifeblood to verdant cottonwood-willow

Exceptional and diverse landscape along the Colorado

forests and wetlands that support an array of waterfowl and wildlife and a heritage of ranching and farming. There are opportunities for hiking, bicycling, fishing, paddling, and finding solace. The vistas are long and majestic with snow-capped peaks, canyons and badlands. Much of the viewscape remains pristine, largely uncluttered and unscarred.

Background & Purpose of This Plan  

In an effort to promote a better quality of life for its residents and to accommodate both economic growth and the continuation of the Valley’s agricultural and ranching heritage, a group of citizens, public agency ng character of the valley as development grows 

LOVA is working to incorporate existing uses and blend the many interests:

• Protecting riparian areas, hunting, vistas, and boating;

• Protecting and improving water quality and fishing;

• Protecting and improving wildlife habitat;

• Protecting and improving all the other constructive qualities and