Rifle Ranger District
The Rifle Ranger District has rich cultural history and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. The district is near the Flat Tops Wilderness which offers opportunities for solitude.
This area has many OHV roads and trails with sites for dispersed camping. Bring a picnic or plan to hunt, fish, mountain bike or ride horses in warmer months, then cross-country ski, snowshoe or snowmobile in winter.
Active Alerts
General Information
- Motor Vehicle Use Maps show national forest system roads & trails that are open to motorized travel
Getting There
Directions
Visit the District Office. From Rifle, CO head north on Railroad Ave for about a mile. Then merge left onto CO-13/West 20th Street and follow for about 0.7 miles. Turn right onto County Road 244 and follow 0.3 miles to the Forest Service office at 0094 County Road 244, Rifle, CO 81650.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Winter Sports
Horse Riding and Camping
Water Activities
Picnicking
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Hiking
Biking
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Outdoor Science and Learning
Scenic Drives
Boating - Non-Motorized
Picnicking - Groups
Picnicking - Single
OHV Trail Riding
OHV Road Riding
Viewing Scenery
Viewing Wildlife
Scenic Driving