State Seeks Suggestions To Replace Names Of 28 Colorado Features Currently Named 'Squaw'

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State Seeks Suggestions To Replace Names Of 28 Colorado Features Currently Named 'Squaw'
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The Colorado Geographic Naming Advisory Board (CGNAB) is asking for public input on more than two dozen Colorado features that are currently named 'squaw,' a term that was declared derogatory by the federal government last year.

Squaw Creek in Summit CountySquaw Point in Dolores County and San Juan County Little Squaw Creek in Archuleta CountySquaw Lake in Hinsdale CountySquaw Creek in Montrose CountySquaw

Mountain in Teller CountyWest Squaw Canyon in Baca County and Cimarron County The state board will review the recommendations and present them to Gov. Jared Polis for approval at a later date.

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