Cordillera Hunting Season Regulations

Colorado's big game hunting season began this week on Tuesday, September 2. Please review Cordillera's hunting season regulations below, and read on for more about community security and hiking safety at this time of the year.

CORDILLERA HUNTING REGULATIONS:

• Hunting is NOT allowed anywhere within Cordillera Metropolitan District boundaries. 
• Access to public land via Cordillera roads for the purpose of hunting is reserved for Cordillera property owners only and is restricted to three locations only. 
• Property owners must obtain a hunting access permit from the CMD Administration office at 408 Carterville Road. 
• The CMD-issued permit must be displayed on the dashboard of any cars parked overnight at designated hunting access areas.
• Parking is prohibited on Cordillera roads.

Dust off your boots, and get excited for this fun community event featuring live music, drinks, chili, cornbread, and all the fixings. Come on by to meet some new folks or catch up with family and friends.

Friday, September 5

5:00–7:00 PM

Cordillera Equestrian Center

2331 Squaw Creek Road

If you haven't already sent in your RSVP, email cflores@cordillerapoa.com today.

Complimentary valet parking will be available on site.

Cordillera is a special place during the fall season as our local elk herds come down from their high-elevation summer range, becoming more active and visible.

This movement of wildlife coincides with Colorado hunting season, so it's an important time to look at what steps we are taking–and why–to protect the safety and security of Cordillera residents at this time of the year.

WHY HUNTING SEASON SECURITY MATTERS:

• Cordillera's hunting regulations are aimed at keeping Cordillera a safe place for homeowners
• Cordillera does not tolerate poaching or other illegal hunting activities
• We take security challenges and threats to wildlife seriously
• Cordillera homeowners can be assured that hiking on our community's private trails is safe during hunting season

WHAT WE DO TO PROTECT SECURITY DURING HUNTING SEASON:

• Uphold gate entry standards and turn around those unauthorized for entry
• Patrol boundary areas to deter hunters from flushing wildlife
• Partner with Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Eagle County Sheriff's Office
• Monitor video cameras installed in areas that have been problematic in the past
• Respond to homeowner questions and concerns about hunting season safety

Thank you for doing your part to help us in these efforts by adding your personal guests to your guest list for gate access authorization and for reporting suspicious hunting activity to the CMD Admin Office at info@cordillerametro.org.

Even though hunting is NOT allowed within CMD boundaries, some of Cordillera's hiking trails–and many trails throughout the Vail Valley–extend into areas managed by the US Forest Service and BLM, where big game hunting season is in progress.

Here are some tips for hiking S.M.A.R.T. during hunting season:

(S) SEE AND BE SEEN: Wear bright colors such as the fluorescent orange hunters wear, and don't forget to put a vest or brightly colored bandana on your dog.

(M) MAKE NOISE: Whistle, chat, jingle, play music, or do whatever will make you heard by hunters, and put a bell on your dog's collar. This also helps alert wildlife to your presence—including bears, which are active at this time of the year while getting ready for their winter hibernation.

(A) AREA: Know if hunting is allowed in the area where you plan to go hiking. Consider choosing a trail fully within CMD boundaries to avoid encounters with hunters.

(R) RESPECT: If you plan to hike in an area where hunting is allowed, stick to clearly marked trails, and be respectful of hunters when you encounter them.

(T) TIME: Plan to hike between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM during hunting season, as most hunters are out at dawn and dusk.

These tips are modified from Visit Winter Park's Hike S.M.A.R.T. article.

Have a trails issue to report? Contact the CMD Admin Office at info@cordillerametro.org, and we will share your report with our Comm Ops team.

September is here and with cooler fall temperatures and recent much-needed rain, it’s time to turn down your irrigation system. Landscapes naturally go dormant this time of year, so reducing outdoor watering now saves water, lowers costs, and helps protect our rivers and streams after a hot, dry summer. 

Fall is also the best season to start planning for a more water efficient landscape. Consider replacing nonfunctional areas of your lawn with low maintenance hardscape and waterwise or native shrub and perennial beds that will provide savings for years to come. Spring and fall are also the best time to transplant, so think about moving plants to areas most suitable for their requirements and grouping them with plants of a similar water need. 

Work with a landscaper? Annual flower orders for next year are due soon! Re-evaluate your annual flower use and think about reducing your order. It’s best to keep annuals out of the ground–instead, use containers for vibrant pops of color in the most focal areas. This also reduces pest and disease pressure and helps annuals grow faster and healthier.  

Now is also a great time to upgrade your irrigation system by switching to a smart controller, converting zones to drip, and installing more efficient sprinkler heads. These steps reduce waste, save money, and create resilient landscapes that thrive in our mountain environment. 

Thank you for doing your part to keep your yard both beautiful and sustainable. 

Together, we can keep more water in our rivers when it’s needed most and ensure a sustainable water future for our community. 

Visit our website to learn more and make a plan for your 2026 water efficient landscape. This message is in collaboration with our partners at Beyond Lawn.

Fire danger continues to be extreme, and General Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect until further notice.

Please reference the handout available at the button below to review what's allowed and what's prohibited at this time.

Your vigilance is critical to the safety of our valley and community. These restrictions are in place to protect lives, property, and natural resources during extreme fire conditions.

If you have questions, see ECEmergency.org or contact the Cordillera Metro District Admin Office at (970) 926-1923.

Cordillera's car wash bay is an amazing amenity available for authorized property owners to use when the Comm Ops facility is not in operation.

WHO CAN GET CAR WASH ACCESS?

Property owners listed on record with Eagle County of Cordillera’s Divide, Ranch, Summit, and Territories neighborhoods are eligible for car wash access.

CAR WASH TRAINING REQUIRED:

Those wishing to use the car wash must complete an online car wash training and have a Cordillera ID and a gate transponder.

The training program and full details are available at CordilleraLiving.com/Car-Wash.

CAR WASH LOCATION & HOURS:

The Cordillera car wash is located in the Community Operations building at 543 Carterville Road, Edwards, CO.

Please respect the hours of operation so that we can continue to make this amenity available. Thank you!

Horse Camp 2025 Recap

The Cordillera Equestrian Center had an amazing summer season, with Horse Camp as a highlight. THANK YOU to those who made this summer’s horse camps a huge success: campers, families, volunteers, and the entire equestrian center crew.

Eight camps were offered at capacity this summer for kids ages 7–15, with most camp dates operating on a wait list. Campers improved their riding skills, learned more about horsemanship and safety, and enjoyed fun horse-related games, activities, and mixed-media art projects. Each four-day camp ended with a horse show that was attended by family members and friends who encouraged campers as they demonstrated their skills. 

Stay tuned for 2026 Horse Camp pre-registration information, and in the meantime check in on the Cordillera Living website’s Equestrian Activities page.

FALL COLOR

JEEP TOURS

Cooler temperatures mean fall color is coming soon. Setting out on a guided jeep tour is an adventure for the whole family. Get an overview of local jeep tour operators here from DiscoverVail.com:

SUNDAY VAIL FARMERS' MARKET

Continuing through Sunday, October 5, the Vail Farmers’ Market and Art Show is the place to stock up on local produce, pastries, bread, and artisan food items. Meander at a relaxed pace during the slower season.

CORDILLERA HORSE RIDING LESSONS

Horse riding is for all ages, and with a state-of-the-art equestrian center right here in Cordillera, learning to ride is an adventure that's close to home. Riding is fun and fulfilling, whether you take one lesson or many.

CORDILLERA METRO DISTRICT

408 Carterville Road, Cordillera

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