Battlement Reserviors The Battlement Reservoirs are a chain of seven reservoirs located in a magnificent, moutain setting south of Parachute, Colorado. The reservoirs are an ideal location for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and solitude. From Rifle head west on I-70 to Parachute, 16 miles, and take exit 75. Turn left on County Road #301. Follow Co. Rd. #301 across the…
Coulter Lake Coulter Lake is a pristine mountain lake three miles into the White River National Forest, north of Rifle. Accompanying the lake is a small guest ranch open year round to guests looking for real western adventure. The ranch offers trail riding, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling and more. View Real Western Adventure Map View Flat Tops Area
Lions Pond and Trails Lions Pond sits beneath the majestic Roan Plateau and adjacent to the Colorado River. Lions Pond is located right off of I-70 at Exit 90 in Rifle. Originally, the pond was a gravel pit that was created in the early 70’s when the interstate was being built. Visitors are encouraged to spend the day fishing for…
Grass Valley Road Driving or road-biking on scenic Grass Valley Road takes you through some of the area’s most striking ranchlands. Winding 12 miles from Rifle Gap State Park to the town of New Castle, the road passes Harvey Gap and overlooks miles of green fields in Grass Valley from a high point at 6,400 feet. The Grand Hogback is…
Rifle Gap Reservoir State Park Rifle Gap State Park is located at 5775 Highway 325, north of Rifle, Colorado. The 350 acre Rifle Gap Reservoir is an ideal location for boating, fishing, ice fishing, water and jet skiing, windsurfing, paddle boarding and swimming. The park includes 89 campsites that are open year round, as well as, picnice areas and a…
RIFLE MOUNTAIN PARK NOTICE: Rifle Mountain Park Closed Due to Flooding May 18, 2023 Learn More The beautiful canyon of Rifle Mountain Park has long drawn crowds. Those looking to escape the heat of the lower plains come and enjoy the adventure in the picturesque setting of this rugged place. Modern climbing was introduced to the area in the mid…
Rifle Falls State Park Visitors from around the world flock to the three spectacular 70 foot waterfalls that are the focal point of this idyllic state park In addition to the waterfalls, the area boasts numerous limestone caves for exploring, three hiking trails which meander along the creek, and trout fishing in Rifle Creek. The Park has 13 drive-in and…