Where to see a Spiny Softshell in Colorado

The Spiny Softshell is recorded in the counties of 14 Colorado state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

1. Jackson Lake State Park
2. North Sterling State Park
3. John Martin Reservoir State Park
4. Lory State Park
5. Boyd Lake State Park
6. Barr Lake State Park
7. St. Vrain State Park
8. Lake Pueblo State Park
9. Trinidad Lake State Park
10. Fishers Peak State Park
11. Cherry Creek State Park
12. Golden Gate Canyon State Park
13. Eldorado Canyon State Park
14. Cheyenne Mountain State Park

These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.

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