The property near Missouri Heights and Cottonwood Pass was recently acquired by Eagle and Pitkin Counties with support from Aspen Valley Land Trust. Nestled between neighborhoods to the west and sprawling National Forest land to the east, these 4,251 acres with lush meadows and healthy aspen and pine forests can continue to provide critical connective mid-elevation habitat for wildlife and other benefits for surrounding communities.
Our flight toured this beautiful and remote parcel to gain a big-picture understanding of how this parcel fits into the local ecosystem and community and the numerous benefits of its protection.
