Harvey Gap State Park - Rifle | Colorado State Parks

Harvey Gap is centered around a magnificent, turquoise lake. It’s located just around the corner from neighbor state parks, Rifle Falls and Rifle Gap. The park is open year round for day-use.

Pets, unfortunately, are not welcome at Harvey Gap.

Activities

Boating: Grass Valley Reservoir is closed to boating November 1 to March 31.

Motors must be 20 HP or less.
Each crew member must have life jacket available on boat.
Boat ramp is on south side of the lake.

Camping: No, day-use only.

Fishing: Small & largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, perch, northern pike and rainbow trout are common. Ice fishing in winter.

Hiking: There is no designated trail system.

Hunting: Allowed 100 yards from any building or Day Use Area and 50 feet from center-line of road. Waterfowl hunting is available on north end of the lake. Dogs are only permitted in that area and only during that time.

Picnicking: There are 30 picnic sites with grills.

Swimming: In the summer, swimming is popular. There is a swim beach at the south entrance of the Park. There is no life guard.

Visitor Center: Located at Rifle Gap State Park; has info, exhibits and a small gift shop.

Winter Recreation: Ice fishing is permitted when ice is thick enough. There are no groomed trails but the park is open to cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

Grass Valley Reservoir.