
If its sandstone arches you’re looking for, the Rifle Arch is a hidden gem just north of town. The moderate trail crosses desert scrub, climbs to a shelf overlooking the Roan Plateau and Battlement Mesa and finally scrambles up the hillside to the stunning arch. Once you reach the arch, make sure to continue the climb to the peaceful amphitheater behind for amazing views of the desert floor and the mesa’s beyond..
Rifle offers the unique experience of exploring pine forests, desert and the lush Colorado River Valley all in the same day.