03-25-2011, 11:10 AM
RIFLE, CO. - Rifle Gap State Park and Harvey Gap State Park, will open to boating on Friday, April 1. To prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species (ANS), including zebra mussels, quagga mussels, rusty crayfish and Eurasian watermilfoil, all vessels must be inspected prior to launching.
Rifle Gap and Harvey Gap are part of the Rifle State Park Complex, which also includes Rifle Falls State Park.<br />
All vessels entering Rifle Gap Reservoir or Harvey Gap Reservoir will require an ANS inspection. At Rifle Gap, inspection stations will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. until May 15 when hours will be extended. The inspection station at Harvey Gap will be open Friday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., until May 15 when inspection hours will be extended.<br />
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.
Rifle Gap and Harvey Gap are part of the Rifle State Park Complex, which also includes Rifle Falls State Park.<br />
All vessels entering Rifle Gap Reservoir or Harvey Gap Reservoir will require an ANS inspection. At Rifle Gap, inspection stations will be open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. until May 15 when hours will be extended. The inspection station at Harvey Gap will be open Friday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., until May 15 when inspection hours will be extended.<br />
Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.