United States
38.7500°, -106.1000°
2015
86.5
Browns Canyon National Monument protects a spectacular stretch of the Arkansas River and surrounding canyon lands in south-central Colorado. The monument is renowned for its world-class whitewater rafting, diverse wildlife, and stunning geological formations. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service, it preserves critical habitat for bighorn sheep, elk, and over 200 bird species. The area features dramatic granite cliffs, sagebrush valleys, and pristine river ecosystems.