While Coloradans love being active, there are some days we prefer to reap the rewards without any hard work… Is that too much to ask? Thankfully, there are a handful of places that allow for this, including this easily accessible Colorado waterfall that is hiding in plain sight:

Welcome to Rifle Falls State Park and its jaw-dropping Rifle Falls!
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Featuring not one, not two, but THREE 80-foot-tall waterfalls, Rifle Fall State Park is arguably one of the most unique parks in the state, especially with the triple waterfall as its crowned jewel. 
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While most Colorado waterfalls are reachable via a long and strenuous hike, Rifle Falls is different, as the breathtaking Falls are handicap accessible and located a mere .1 mile from the road.
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Trust us: Even in the dead of winter, these gorgeous waterfalls are worth checking out!
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In addition to the triple waterfall, the 48-acre Rifle Falls State Park has plenty to offer, including small limestone caves, a swimming hole, various trails, and even drive-in and walk-up campsites.
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To learn more about all there is to see and do at Rifle Falls State Park, please visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife's website.
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Admission to Rifle Falls State Park is $9 per vehicle per day.
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Rifle Falls State Park is open year-round.
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Please note: Summertime is very busy for the park, and the small parking lot can only accommodate so many vehicles at a time.

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Rifle Falls State Park, 5775 Highway 325, 10379 CO-325, Rifle, CO 81650, USA