Overview
Rifle Gap State Park is a 1,341-acre park located just north of Rifle, Colorado, centered around a scenic 360-acre reservoir. It is a premier destination for year-round outdoor recreation, including boating, jet skiing, water skiing, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, and windsurfing during warmer months. The reservoir is famous for fishing, supporting populations of walleye, rainbow and brown trout, northern pike, bass, and yellow perch, as well as winter ice fishing.
The park offers 89 campsites across multiple campgrounds accommodating both tents and RVs, complete with basic facilities, picnic areas, and a visitor center. Positioned along the Grand Hogback and near BLM public lands, Rifle Gap serves as an ideal base for hiking, wildlife viewing, and exploring nearby attractions like Rifle Falls State Park.
