Rifle Falls State Park

Rifle Falls State Park

Snow and ice covered falls in the park
Map showing the location of Rifle Falls State Park
Location Garfield County, Colorado, USA
Nearest city Rifle, Colorado
Coordinates 39°40′26″N 107°42′00″W / 39.67389°N 107.70000°W / 39.67389; -107.70000Coordinates: 39°40′26″N 107°42′00″W / 39.67389°N 107.70000°W / 39.67389; -107.70000
Area 48 acres (0.19 km2)
Established 1966
Governing body Colorado State Parks

Rifle Falls State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Garfield County northeast of Rifle, Colorado. The central feature of the 48-acre (0.19 km2) park is a triple 70-foot (21 m) waterfall flowing over a travertine dam on East Rifle Creek. Commonly seen wildlife includes mule deer, elk, coyote, and golden-mantled ground squirrel. Rainbow and brown trout can be caught in the creek. Limestone cliffs near the falls have a few small caves and three species of bats. Visitor facilities include campsites, picnic sites and 2.0 miles (3.2 km) of hiking trails.

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