2013 Map of Rifle Falls

About this map

White River National Forest defines the upper elevations of this terrain, where a network of trails and forestry roads serves the high country. The hydrological systems of the region are a focal point, anchored by the Rifle Falls Fish Hatchery and the iconic Rifle Falls. To the south, the Grass Valley Canal and East Rifle Creek demonstrate the complex water management required for the lower valley, terminating at the Rifle Gap Reservoir. This 2013 survey illustrates a landscape of recreational and agricultural utility, from the established Blue Spruce Campground and Spring Cow Camp to the various gulches and mesas. Named features like Coulter Mesa and Beef Draw provide clear geographic reference for local history and resource management in Garfield County, while irrigation infrastructure like the Mansfield Ditch Trail highlights the importance of water movement across this landscape.