Rifle Gap State Park

State Park in Rifle, CO

Hours:

Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Entrance Fees:

Daily Vehicle Pass: $​10-$15
Individual Daily Pass: $4

Animals Permitted:

  • Leashed Dogs
  • Service Animals
  • Horses

Park Address:

5775 Highway 325
Rifle, CO 81650
United States

Contact:

970-625-1607

[email protected]

Rifle Gap State Park

State Park in Rifle, CO

Hours:

Park: Daily, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Daily, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Entrance Fees:

Daily Vehicle Pass: $​10-$15
Individual Daily Pass: $4

Animals Permitted:

  • Leashed Dogs
  • Service Animals
  • Horses

Park Address:

5775 Highway 325
Rifle, CO 81650
United States

Contact:

970-625-1607

[email protected]

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Rifle Gap Boat Ramp CLOSED -

Due to low water, boating season has ended and the boat ramp is closed for the remainder of 2026. Hand launched and human powered vessels, such as canoes, kayaks & paddleboards, are allowed to launch. Read the news release for important operational adjustments and potential safety risks visitors should plan for.

Group and Event Space

For Groups

Gathering Space

Conference Room 

The Conference Room is located in the Visitor Center.

  • $100 per day

Amenities:

  • Restrooms
  • Internet access

For Groups

Picnics and Receptions

Group Picnic Area

The group picnic area at Rifle Gap State Park is available either by reservation or on a first-come, first-served basis. 

  • Up to 100 guests
  • $130 per day

Amenities:

  • Picnic tables
  • Water
  • Electricity
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To reserve the conference room or group picnic area for your event, please call the park at 970-625-1607 for hours of operation and to make a reservation.​

Man and woman hold hands while walking over Rifle Gap bridge and gazing out at green wetlands area. Mountains are in the distance.

Nearby Trails Access and Lake Views

Enjoy a diversity of trailhead and lake views at Rifle Gap State Park

  • Take a stroll
  • Walk the dog
  • Paddle the canoe
  • Cast your fishing rod
  • Watch birds and wildlife