If you have studied Colorado history or have ever looked at a map, you know that the Centennial State is part of the (once) Wild West and housed many cowboys, outlaws, and horses. In terms of the latter, you can still find plenty of equines here, thanks, in part, to this hidden animal sanctuary in Colorado that is home to one of the largest herds of wild mustangs in the country:

Located in south-central Colorado is the Engler Canyon Ranch, a 30,000-acre refuge for 167 high-risk mustangs and burros.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook
Founded in 2017, the Engler Canyon Ranch rescues and rehabilitates formerly confined horses and gives them the life they were intended to have, thanks to the sanctuary's beautiful wide open spaces.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook
From open plains to lush meadows to dramatic hills, there is no animal sanctuary in the world quite like the Engler Canyon Ranch!
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook

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To make the ranch even more perfect, it also offers a year-round water and food source for the animals via shallow step ponds and unlimited shrubs and grass.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook
Can you picture a more perfect oasis for these rescued horses and burros? Neither can we.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook
While the Engler Canyon Ranch is not open for drop-in visits, they do host special events, retreats, and volunteer opportunities.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook
To learn more about Engler Canyon Ranch - including how to support the organization and its mission - please visit their website.
Engler Canyon Ranch - Mustang Sanctuary Facebook

Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in Colorado? You can nominate it here! For even more unique and incredible animal sanctuaries in Colorado, you will want to check out A Hidden Destination Near Denver, The Wild Animal Sanctuary Is A Secret Only Locals Know About.

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