Taylor City

The Taylor City conservation easement consisting of 61.72 acres, lies 10 miles north of Leadville along the scenic and beloved Highway 24. Owner Marjorie Westermann created her vision for the land to protect the property from development, and ensure that the parcel did not end up with multiple owners. To meet those goals, she partnered with Eagle Valley Land Trust to establish a conservation easement and protect this parcel that is surrounded by national forest. The land remains in private ownership, and a stewardship fund has been created to ensure that the conservation values of the property remain undiminished.

The property serves to protect more than thirty acres of wetlands at the headwaters of the Eagle River, including several springs. The eastern portion of the parcel contains the historic remains of Taylor City, a 19th century mining town, and several spacious meadows interspersed among deep forest.

The property also provides excellent wildlife habitat. Over 50 bird species and 75 different wildflowers have been documented here, along with the usual Rocky Mountain mammals including black bears, elk, and foxes.

Things to do here:

Conservation, wildlife, scenic vistas, ecological interest

Species you may see:

Elk

Black Bear

Coyote

Waterfowl

Pine Marten

Beaver

Fox

Mule Deer

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