🏆 Official Guide: Harvey Gap State Park — A day-use-only park near Silt in Garfield County, Colorado, centered around the 190-acre Grass Valley Reservoir — featuring excellent fishing (rainbow trout, northern pike, bass, catfish, crappie, perch), winter ice fishing, swimming beach (unguarded), small-motor boating (≤20 HP only — no waterskiing/wakeboarding), kayaking, SUP, and a scenic day trip from the Rifle corridor.
Harvey Gap State Park is a peaceful day-use reservoir park in Colorado’s Western Slope — the smallest of three state parks in the Rifle corridor (alongside Rifle Gap and Rifle Falls). The 190-acre Grass Valley Reservoir is a quiet-water gem stocked with diverse fish species and popular for year-round fishing, including excellent winter ice fishing. Its 20 HP motor limit ensures a peaceful, no-wake experience.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Silt, Garfield County, CO — Rifle corridor |
| Reservoir | 190 acres — Grass Valley Reservoir |
| Type | Day-use only — NO camping |
| Motor Limit | ≤20 HP — no waterskiing/wakeboarding |
| Pets | NOT allowed |
| Entry | Colorado Parks Pass or day-use fee |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Fishing | Rainbow trout, northern pike, bass, catfish, crappie, perch |
| Ice Fishing | Winter — popular for trout + pike (check ice conditions!) |
| Swimming | Designated swim beach — unguarded |
| Kayak/SUP | Hand-carry launch — peaceful, no-wake waters |
| Sailing | Small sailboats welcome — ≤20 HP motor limit |
| Canoeing | Ideal — quiet, no-wake reservoir |
| Picnicking | Day-use areas with tables |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I camp at Harvey Gap?
No — Harvey Gap is a day-use-only park with no camping facilities. For overnight stays in the area, Rifle Gap State Park and Rifle Falls State Park both offer camping and are a short drive away.
Can I use a motorboat?
Yes, but motors are limited to 20 HP or less. No waterskiing, wakeboarding, or high-speed boating is allowed. All boats must be inspected for aquatic nuisance species before launching.
More parks nearby: Rifle Falls State Park is a short drive away, while Rifle Gap State Park lies a short drive away.
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Colorado state parks online at cpwshop.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Harvey Gap State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Dogs are welcome at Colorado state parks and most trails and campgrounds when kept on a leash, though some trails restrict dogs.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- Leash not exceeding 6 feet required at all times.
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- It is unlawful to allow a dog or other pet within any area used as a swimming or water-ski beach.
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Some parks offer pet-friendly cabins and yurts (e.g. Golden Gate Canyon, State Forest, Mancos and Ridgway yurts) for a $10 per night pet fee.
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No day-use pet fee; $10 per night pet fee in participating pet-friendly cabins/yurts.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Designated off-leash dog areas at Chatfield and Cherry Creek State Parks (registration/fee applies).
Are dogs allowed at Harvey Gap State Park?
Dogs are welcome at Colorado state parks and most trails and campgrounds when kept on a leash, though some trails restrict dogs. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via cpw.state.co.us. More: Colorado state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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