Hogback (HGB) Bus Service
Hogback service west of New Castle to Silt and Rifle will continue through 2027 following recent funding commitments from regional partners. Garfield County, the City of Rifle, the Town of Silt and RFTA are continuing to work toward a sustainable, long-term funding solution for the service beyond 2027.
The Hogback (HGB) route travels from Glenwood Springs to and from New Castle, Silt, and Rifle. Riders can meet with connecting buses in Glenwood Springs to travel upvalley toward Carbondale, Basalt, and Aspen.
Destination signs: Hogback buses are designated with a “HGB + destination”. Destination signs indicate the furthest destination served.
This is a fare service (unless riding within the zone) — see the RFTA Fare Chart
Hogback Route Map
PARACHUTE AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (PATS)
PATS is designed to be convenient for Battlement Mesa and Parachute residents to access what they need, when they need it. Making centrally located residential stops in Battlement Mesa and Parachute to connect residents to Rifle for RFTA, work, appointments, and shopping experiences. Visit the PATS website at ridepats.com for routes, schedules, stops and fares.