Coyote and Squirrel Trails
Coyote Trail winds past limestone caves, through a lush riparian and forested area, then above for a bird’s-eye view of Rifle Falls. Kids of all ages will love exploring the caves. Bring a flashlight for the largest one. Squirrel Trail crosses East Rifle Creek and winds through Gambel oak forest to the base of a red sandstone cliff. The trail continues along the Grass Valley Canal that takes water to Harvey Gap Reservoir. Hiked together, the trails make a lopsided figure-8 through a naturally and historically interesting area along East Rifle Creek.
Driving Directions
We cannot find this location: please try again.
Directions to: Coyote and Squirrel Trails
print directionsTrail Statistics & Information
| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Rifle |
| Length | 1.8 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 100 ft |
| Skill Level | Easy |
| Duration | 1 - 2 hours |
| Season | Year round except after snowstorms |
| Trailhead Elevation | 6,550 ft |
| Top Elevation | 6,600 ft |
REI MEMBERS: SAVE $20 on a Trails.com Subscription
Subscribe to Trails.com for just $29.95 a year and gain full access to over 49,000 professional trail guides, high-res USGS topo maps & much more!
