Hunting

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Experience hunting on Colorado’s Eastern Plains, where wide-open grasslands, productive agricultural fields, and the South Platte River corridor create a diverse landscape for wildlife and outdoor adventure.

From pheasant hunting in golden fields to waterfowl hunting along the river and big-game opportunities across the prairie, Logan County offers a distinctive hunting experience away from Colorado’s crowded mountain destinations.

With convenient access from Interstate 76, a variety of public hunting opportunities, and welcoming small-town hospitality, Sterling and Logan County make an ideal base camp for your next hunting adventure.

Upland Bird & Small-Game Hunting

Logan County’s mix of agricultural land, native grasslands, and river-bottom habitat offers opportunities to pursue pheasants, quail, doves, rabbits, and other small game.

Pheasant hunting is a favorite Eastern Plains tradition, with hunters exploring grasslands, field edges, and agricultural cover. Colorado’s Walk-In Access Program provides opportunities to hunt enrolled private lands without obtaining individual landowner permission.

Waterfowl Hunting

The South Platte River, North Sterling Reservoir, and surrounding wetlands and agricultural fields attract ducks and geese during seasonal migrations.

Hunters can pursue waterfowl in designated public hunting areas and on private property with permission. North Sterling State Park offers waterfowl hunting in designated portions of the park during established seasons, subject to specific access and equipment restrictions.

Big Game Hunting

Colorado’s Eastern Plains offer a different kind of big-game adventure, with opportunities to pursue mule deer, white-tailed deer, and pronghorn.

From river bottoms and agricultural fields to expansive prairie landscapes, Logan County provides varied hunting terrain. Hunters should consult Colorado Parks and Wildlife for game management unit boundaries, license requirements, and available seasons.

Public Hunting Access in Logan County

While much of Logan County is privately owned, several programs and public access areas provide hunting opportunities.

Sterling Prairie State Trust Land

Located east of Sterling, this approximately 44,733-acre property offers seasonal public hunting access through Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s State Trust Lands program. A valid hunting or fishing license is required for visitors age 16 and older. Access restrictions and seasonal closures apply.

Sterling Prairie access information

North Sterling State Park

Designated areas of the park are open to small-game, waterfowl, and archery deer hunting during legal seasons. Hunting access begins in certain areas after Labor Day, with additional shoreline areas opening after November 1. Shotgun and archery methods are permitted under park rules.

North Sterling State Park hunting information

Duck Creek State Trust Land

Near Crook, this 640-acre property offers seasonal hunting opportunities for deer, pheasant, dove, turkey, rabbit, and other species. Public access is restricted to designated entry points from Duck Creek State Wildlife Area.

Duck Creek access information

Colorado Walk-In Access Program

Colorado Parks and Wildlife partners with private landowners to provide public hunting access on designated properties throughout the Eastern Plains, including Logan County.

Walk-In Access properties are open during specified periods, and participating parcels may change annually. Hunters must follow posted property boundaries and regulations.

View the 2026 Walk-In Access Atlas and Logan County map

Plan Your Hunting Adventure

Make Sterling your home base while exploring the hunting opportunities of northeastern Colorado. After a day in the field, enjoy comfortable lodging, locally owned restaurants, shopping, and the hospitality of our Eastern Plains communities.

Whether you’re planning a weekend hunting getaway or an extended trip, Logan County offers room to roam and a chance to experience Colorado’s wide-open landscapes.

Come for the hunt. Stay for the experience.