Our Work

Since 1992, MALT has been leading collaborative, science-based initiatives to protect 28,653 acres of Colorado natural areas, wildlife habitat, streams and rivers, working ranches and historic lands.

MALT’s capacity for brokering private Conservation Easements and facilitating partnerships for public projects and recreational opportunities have been some of the organization’s most notable successes.

Where We Work

MALT serves a 4,830 square-mile area encompassing Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin, Jefferson, Park and Teller Counties in Colorado.

MALT has conserved a total of 28,653 acres in a six county service area:

  • 20,423 acres in 105 voluntary land agreements (Conservation Easements)
  • 192 acres owned by MALT
  • 8,038 acres facilitated public projects
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MAL Legend that shows icon for Private Conservation Easment, Icon for Public Project, Icon for MALT Owned property

MALT Owned Properties

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Pennsylvania Mountain / Pika Trail

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Sacramento Creek Ranch

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Floyd Hill Meadow

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Public Projects

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Floyd Hill Open Space

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Pals Family State Wildlife Area

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Beaver Brook Watershed

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Blair Ranch

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Noble Meadow

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Mount Tom: A Mountain Area Land Trust Public Project

Mount Tom

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Conservation Success Stories

  • 11 Jun Mountain Area Land Trust Announces the Protection of 311 Acres in Silver Plume

    Mountain Area Land Trust (MALT), in partnership with the Town of Silver Plume, is proud to announce the permanent protection of 311 acres on Republican Mountain through a voluntary conservation easement—a landmark conservation achievement that preserves a defining piece of Colorado’s history, landscape, and future.......

  • 02 Apr Mountain Area Land Trust Announces the Protection of 71 Acres near Fairplay

    Mountain Area Land Trust (MALT) is pleased to announce the permanent protection of 71 acres along the Eastern Mosquito Range in Park County. Adjoining Pike National Forest this voluntary conservation agreement safeguards a remarkable mix of habitats, including coniferous forests, natural grasslands, alpine meadows, and 14......

  • 05 Mar Mountain Area Land Trust Announces the Protection of 910 acres at Wellington Lake

    Mountain Area Land Trust (MALT) is pleased to announce the successful conservation of 910 acres at Wellington Lake, a treasured recreational and ecological landmark near Bailey in Jefferson County, Colorado. Wellington Lake, owned by the Wellington Reservoir Company, is widely known for its stunning woodland setting,......

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