Copyright: Colorado State Parks
Rifle Gap State Park
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Description - The town of Rifle is the center of the Rifle Ranger District of the White River National Forest. It's a small community that lies on the Colorado River and Interstate 70 between Grand Junction and Denver.
Rifle is a ranching town on the Colorado River. It is a popular base camp for elk and deer hunters during the fall months. During the warmer months people flock to Rifle Gap Falls and Reservoir, which is located 15 miles north of town. BLM lands and the White River National Forest surround Rifle and draw recreationists of all types to the area.
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- Rifle is a ranching town on the Colorado River. It is a popular base camp for elk and deer hunters during the fall months. During the warmer months people flock to Rifle Gap Falls and Reservoir, which is located 15 miles north of town. BLM lands and the White River National Forest surround Rifle and draw recreationists of all types to the area.
Recreation - Hunting, mountain biking, hiking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, camping and picnicking are accessible in the public lands that surround Rifle. Climate - The elevation of Rifle is approximately 5,400 feet. The climate is mild with four definable seasons. Winters can be brutal with lots of snow, but they are mild compared to many mountain towns in Colorado. Summers are usually warm to hot with storms most afternoons. Rifle lies in a large river valley which draws warm air from the Grand Junction area. Location -
Rifle is located 28 miles west of Glenwood Springs on Interstate 70. It also lies at the confluence of Rifle Creek and the Colorado River.
LAT: 39.5347023
LONG: -107.7831198
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