Rifle Mountain Park
Overview
RIFLE MOUNTAIN PARK
On June 7, 1910 a Special Act passed by the 61st Congress, granted a number of municipalities the chance to claim land to make them into parks. In Colorado, Denver, Glenwood Springs and Rifle took this opportunity. Denver's became Winter Park Resort and Red Rocks. Glenwood's became the South Canyon Landfill. And on October 21, 1921, a US Patent signed by Warren G. Harding made Rifle Mountain Park.
Open Dates: April 1 to October 1
Rates
| Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
| Camping without Pass | $30.00 |
| Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
| Camping with Pass | $20.00 |
Rules
RIFLE MOUNTAIN PARK
CAMPGROUND RULES
PERMITS & STAY LIMITS
All vehicles must display a valid Day Pass or Annual Pass. - A Camping Permit is required for all overnight stays (vehicle passes not included). - 14-Night Stay Limit: Campers may stay in the same campsite for a maximum of 14 nights. After 14 nights, you may remain in the park, but you must move to a different campsite. - Camp only in designated campsites. Display your camping permit on the site post. - No camping in picnic areas. - Check-out time: 12:00 PM (noon).
VEHICLES & PARKING
Each campsite is limited to two vehicles. Additional vehicles are not allowed. - Campsites labeled “Van” are for camper vans or vehicle camping only. - Camp trailers are not allowed in “Van” sites. - Park in designated parking areas only. - No parking on County Road 217. - No OHVs/ATVs may be operated in the park.
QUIET HOURS & CONDUCT
Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM 7 days a week. - No generator use during quiet hours. - No loud music or disruptive behavior. - Picnic areas close at 10:00 PM. No camping in picnic areas.
FIRES & FIREWOOD
Fires allowed only in designated fire rings. Do not move fire rings. - Follow all posted fire restrictions or seasonal fire bans. - Never leave fires unattended. Fully extinguish before leaving. - Wood gathering from the ground is allowed. - Cutting or damaging any trees, shrubs, or vegetation is prohibited.
PETS
Pets must always be on a leash. - Pet waste must be cleaned up immediately.
CLEANLINESS & WILDLIFE
Pack it in, pack it out, or use designated dumpsters. - Store all food securely—do not attract wildlife. - Do not disturb, feed, or approach wildlife.
RECREATION & SAFETY
Climbing is allowed only in designated climbing areas. - In case of emergency, a 911 call button is located at the Host Cabin. - No hunting, no shooting, and no fireworks.
GROUP AREAS
The Group Area and Community House are available by reservation only. Contact (970) 665-6574 to make a reservation.
Activities
Hiking
