Harvey Gap State Park — Attraction in Silt

Went for lunch to swim beach. Several family lunches there with 12 packs of beers on picnic table. Go to beach, which is muddy and rocky with muck in the water which is not ideal, but it's a reservoir. Problem was the garbage. Glass modelo bottles on beach (which may break and cause shards for the shoeless beach goers) along with many rusty bottle caps and other garbage. My kid stepped on trash in the water, pulling out a Modelo hat and other garbage so we left...

We took our kayak out for its maiden voyage a few weeks ago. At first, we had planned to check out Rifle Gap Res but decided to go with the smaller Res for our first time. The park was clean, and the water was absolutely stunning. It was surprisingly crowded this day, but we were able to find an area to launch and hit the lake. It was windy as can be with some choppy waves, but nonetheless, we enjoyed it and can't wait to get out there...

Harvey Gap State Park is a beautiful hidden gem! This small state park features a serene water reservoir with a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing getaway. It’s rarely crowded, making it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy nature. If you're visiting Rifle Falls State Park, I highly recommend making a quick detour here—it's just a 15-minute drive. Whether you're looking to fish, kayak, or simply take in the views, this park is...