Rifle Falls State Park, Colorado
Northwestern Colorado is not particularly known for it's scenic landscapes, (depending on how you look at it), but not far from Glenwood Springs off of I70, sits an almost tropical area made so by the spray from an 80 foot triple waterfall, surrounded by limestone caves.
On a recent trip to Utah, I stopped to see what all the fuss was about. It was definitely a surprise! An easy walk from the parking area brings one out of the arid, dry landscape into a lush area of greenery that is as pleasing to the ears as it is to the eyes!
To get there, take I-70 to the Rifle exit (90), then go north on CO Highway 13 for four miles. Go through the town of Rifle and turn right onto Highway 325, drive 9.8 miles to the park entrance.
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