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Nestled in the heart of the rugged Book Cliffs Mountain Range in Northwest Colorado’s Great West Region, Rangely is a vibrant small-town bursting with charm, community spirit, and endless outdoor thrills – right at your doorstep! With 300 days of blazing sunshine, breathtaking dark skies, hundreds of miles of exhilarating OHV trails, and one of Colorado’s only designated natural rock-crawling parks, adventure is always calling. Plus, we’re proudly perched along the iconic Dinosaur Diamond Scenic Byway!

Ranked the 2nd Safest City in Colorado by HousesFor.Sale, Rangely offers a refreshing escape with clean air, zero traffic, and a low cost of living. Whether you’re raising a family or seeking a peaceful retreat, our tight-knit community welcomes you with open arms.

With lightning-fast 1gb fiber-optic internet, Rangely is a remote worker’s paradise, earning a spot as the #23 Best Work-from-Home City in the U.S. in 2021. 

A College Town with Big Energy!  Home to Colorado Northwestern Community College’s main campus, Rangely buzzes with youthful vibrancy and opportunity.

Crave quiet nights and safe streets but still want access to big-city amenities? Major shopping is just a scenic hour-long drive away. Rangely blends remote tranquility with easy convenience like nowhere else.

Swing by Town Hall to say hi, and dive into the adventure at https://discoverrangely.com/  Your next chapter starts here – where the skies are endless, the trails are wild, and the community feels like home!

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On Thursday, October 16, 2025, our small town roared to life with the installation of “Walter the Dinosaur,” a stunning metal sculpture celebrating a legendary hadrosaur discovery that put the town on the paleontological map. The unveiling of this larger-than-life artwork marks a proud moment for the community, nestled in the heart of the Dinosaur Diamond Scenic Byway.

The sculpture, a masterful creation by renowned metal artist Jeff Bates, owner of Jeff Bates Art, captures the duck-billed swagger of the hadrosaur in intricate welded detail. Bates’ craftsmanship brings to life the spirit of “Walter,” a nod to the 2014 fossil discovery sparked by an unlikely hero—a curious Great Dane whose keen nose uncovered prehistoric bones near Rangely.  That find revealed a hadrosaur, a plant-eating dinosaur from the Cretaceous period, cementing Rangely’s place in Colorado’s rich dinosaur legacy.

“Walter the Dinosaur” now stands as a vibrant tribute to the region’s geological heritage, inviting locals and visitors alike to connect with the area’s ancient past. Positioned prominently at the entrance to the Outdoor Museum, the sculpture is already drawing visitors eager to snap photos with the prehistoric icon. Its installation enhances Rangely’s appeal as a must-visit stop along the Dinosaur Diamond Scenic Byway, a route famed for its fossil-rich landscapes and paleontological treasures.

Walter is more than a sculpture—he is a symbol of our connection to the ancient world and our place on the Dinosaur Diamond.  The sculpture promises to be a beloved landmark for years to come, inviting all to explore Rangely’s prehistoric charm.