SU Wildlife: Lone Mesa State Park Permit Requests OPEN

Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits Available for SUIT Tribal Members

Lone Mesa State Park is located within the Brunot Treaty area. It lies 23 miles north of the town of Dolores and encompasses 11,760 acres of incredibly scenic land, ranging in elevation from about 7,200 feet to just over 9,000 feet. A high-quality Special Use Permit program allows limited public hunting during the big game seasons.

The Southern Ute Wildlife Division will have six (6) Lone Mesa State Park Access Permits available to Southern Ute tribal member hunters for the 2026 Hunting Season.

Permit holders will be allowed choose one established hunt season to access Lone Mesa State Park. Season dates and weapon restrictions will apply.

The access permits will either be available for first-come first-serve, or through a draw if there is sufficient interest. Deadline for sign-up is Friday, July 17th , 2026.

Please contact the Wildlife Division at (970) 563- 0130 for more information.