Blackhawk Ranch Outdoor Fire Ban

All outdoor fires, including campfires are banned on Blackhawk Ranch until further notice. 

Las Animas County currently is in a Stage 2 Fire Restriction and Huerfano County is in a Stage 1 Fire Restriction due to an extremely dry winter, multiple red flag warnings and low humidity. Because Blackhawk Ranch is located in both counties, the POA will follow the Stage 2 fire restrictions for outdoor fires of any kind.  Also prohibited is the use of charcoal grills and outdoor smoking.  You may use propane stoves outdoors if it is equipped with an on/off switch.

Further information on the county fire restrictions, can be found at the following:

• Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Effective March 31, 2026 - Huerfano County Government

• Home | Las Animas County

• Explanation of Fire Restrictions

Please abide by the county and POA fire restrictions.

Thank you

BHR Board of Directors and EMC

Road Safety Reminder

As you may have heard, a car accident happened on the Ranch a couple days ago. The cause was poor lane management.

One of our neighbors was injured and taken to the ER in Walsenburg. They are home now, but recovery time will be lengthy. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, one of which was destroyed by fire. Luckily, the fire did not spread very far from the car.

There are reasons for the 20 mph speed limit on Ranch roads. Not every curve has a long sight line. Not every straight stretch is smooth and without washboard.. Consideration for the roads themselves, wildlife, and most certainly other folks who use the same roads is paramount to driving safety in our area.

Please, drive with care, abide the speed limit, and protect each other.

BHR Board of Directors

Snow Plowing - Jan 9th 2026

Update: Plowing is complete.

Update: Mike the contractor has finished for the day. He completed most of the main roads. Due to the snow all afternoon he will be coming back tomorrow morning to finish cleanup and the spurs. Thanks for your patience and contact the snow captain for any issues.

There is enough accumulation to warrant snow plowing. The snow captain has contacted Mike, the POA snow plowing contractor, and he will start plowing around lunchtime.  Please be careful while traveling the roads and be alert to snow plowing activities.

Please check this blog for updates.

For more information on mountain driving conditions, please visit the website:  Mountain Driving Conditions | Blackhawk Ranch

BHR POA