Rifle Gap State Park campground
Rifle Gap State Park
Reservations are accepted at Rifle Gap State Park, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsite in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability. The campground is open year-round, making it suitable for camping in any season.
The best time to visit Rifle Gap State Park for camping is generally during the summer months when the weather is warm and pleasant. This is also the peak season for water activities on the reservoir. However, spring and fall can also be great times to visit, with fewer crowds and cooler temperatures.
When camping at Rifle Gap State Park, visitors should be cautious of the wildlife in the area, including bears, mountain lions, and rattlesnakes. It is important to properly store food to prevent attracting wildlife and to be aware of your surroundings when hiking or exploring. Additionally, campers should follow all park regulations and practice Leave No Trace principles to help preserve the natural beauty of the area.
What's on-site at Rifle Gap State Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Rifle Gap State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sage Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cedar Mountain Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rifle Falls State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| West Elk Ridge Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Rifle Gap State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River Below North Elk Creek Near Buford | 843 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs | 3,010 cfs | → |
| West Divide Creek Near Raven | 59 cfs | → |
| Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs | 1,350 cfs | → |
| White River Above Coal Creek | 435 cfs | → |
| White River Near Meeker | 441 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Rifle Gap State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle 3.2 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glenwood Springs 7.0 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Burro Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Burro Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bison Lake | 17.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Bison Lake | 17.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Rifle Gap State Park
- Rifle Falls State Park
- Harvey Gap State Park
- Sister Lucy Downey Park
- Wilderness Flat Tops
- Two Rivers Park
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Rifle Gap State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Rifle Gap State Park
Can I make reservations at Rifle Gap State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Rifle Gap State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Rifle Gap State Park.