EventsOutdoorsBusinessesNewsGuidesSafety & Alerts

Footer

Live Here. Visit Here. Find It Here.

Explore

  • The Western Slope
  • Events
  • Businesses
  • News
  • Guides
  • Outdoor

Community

  • Weather
  • Emergency & Alerts
  • Preparedness
  • Local Resources

Get Involved

  • Become an Insider
  • For Business
  • For Government
  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Advertise

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Cookie Policy

© 2026 The Slope. All rights reserved.

Join The Slope Community

Create an account to get personalized recommendations and save your favorite places and events

Sign Up
    1. Outdoor
    2. Hiking
    3. Rifle Arch

    Rifle Arch

    Rifle, CO 81000
    Hiking
    Difficult
    Rifle Arch main view
    Rifle Arch view 2
    Inside The Arch Looking Out
    Rifle Arch view 3
    The Arch
    Elevation
    6,555ft
    Distance
    1.50 miles
    Duration
    1 hours
    Season
    Jan - Dec
    In Season

    Current Conditions

    Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

    Reported 3/2/2025 • Verified

    About

    Rifle Arch is a challenging hike that spans 1.50 miles, requiring approximately 1 hour to complete. The trail is considered difficult, so hikers should be prepared for steep and potentially rugged terrain. At an elevation of 6555 feet, the route takes visitors through a scenic area, ultimately leading to a notable rock formation. Parking is available at the trailhead, making it a convenient access point for those looking to tackle this hike, which can be undertaken any time of year, from January through December.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 5,865ft

    Trailhead

    Viewpoint • 6,555ft

    Viewpoint

    Amenities

    Parking Available
    0.0
    0 reviews

    Reviews

    0.0
    0 reviews
    5
    0
    4
    0
    3
    0
    2
    0
    1
    0

    No reviews yet

    Be the first to review this location