Estes Park Experiences

10/10/2024

Opened in 1920, Old Fall River Road earned the distinction of being the first auto route in Rocky Mountain National Park offering access to the park's high c...

05/09/2024

A bouquet of wildflowers blooms near a tree line lake at sunrise in Rocky Mountain National Park in early August. In some ways, it is sad to see summer go but I can’t wait for the autumn colors and then for the snow. I guess I just love it all.

05/09/2024

Flight Around The Stanley Hotel Set To Victor Lundberg’s ‘Astra’

11/05/2024

Colorado does not often see the Aurora Borealis, but tonight’s forecast of an eight presents a rare opportunity to catch a glimpse of the celestial light show. Also called northern lights for their…

16/04/2024

Last week, I spent the early part of a morning up on a barren peak in the Lumpy Ridge area of Rocky Mountain National Park. There, old limber pine trees grew amid the rock, somehow finding nutrients in this inhospitable place and growing more beautiful as a result of the struggle.

14/04/2024

Some trails may start out dry with no snow, but all trails are snowy in RMNP at some point. Most trails in Rocky Mountain National Park remain covered with snow and the snowpack on trails varies.

If planning to hike on any trails, it is recommended to pack traction devices for the bottom of your boots and hiking poles. Snowshoes are recommended at higher elevations.

Rocky's alpine lakes may be covered in snow and might look like they are fully frozen, but ice is beginning to melt and thin underneath. It is strongly advised to avoid walking on the surface of frozen lakes. Use extra caution near any inlets and outlets where water is flowing beneath the ice, as ice on the surface of the water is thinner at these locations.

To learn more about trail conditions, visit our website at https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/trail_conditions.htm.

Image Credit: NPS Photo/K.Daugherty

14/04/2024

We're all about speed, but sometimes you have to slow down and take in the beauty surrounding you🏔️

14/04/2024

It can be confusing to try and understand Rocky Mountain National Park's timed-entry permit system. So, to help you navigate its complexity, let me walk you ...

14/04/2024

As a landscape photographer focused on Rocky Mountain National Park, I head out into the park at all hours of day and night and all season of the year. Join ...

29/11/2023

If you are planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park in December then you'll want to learn all about what you can expect in terms of weather, how busy t...

21/09/2023

20/09/2023

September and October are a dramatic time in Rocky Mountain National Park. Not only are you likely to see gorgeous autumn colors, but the crisp air is often ...

06/09/2023

Historic Old Fall River Road was the first road built through Rocky Mountain National Park to connect the towns of Estes Park and Grand Lake which are divide...

23/08/2023

September is one of the most spectacular months of the year in Rocky Mountain National Park with gorgeous fall color, bugling elk, and wonderful temperatures...

03/02/2023

According to Reader's Digest, Estes Park is one of the most underrated destinations you must visit. Read more about why it's such a hidden gem!

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03/02/2023

Things To Do and plan for in Estes Park

02/02/2023

Happy Groundhog Day!

According to Rocky's local marmots, expect at least 6 more weeks of winter. They are staying snug in their dens.

Did you know that both groundhogs and Yellow-bellied Marmots belong to the rodent family sciuridae and the genus Marmota? Want to learn more? Visit https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/nature/marmot.htm

Image Credit: NPS Photo/Schonlau

14/01/2023

Brooke Raboutou and Natalia Grossman amass an all star tick list during their 2020 summer in Rocky Mountain National Park. Together they put down over fifty ...

05/12/2022

After organizers announced that the famed Colorado festival was canceled, the owner of the Stanley Hotel and Visit Estes Park stepped in to save it.

10/11/2022

04/11/2022

Winter has arrived in Rocky Mountain National Park! Bear Lake currently has 10 inches of new snow and most trails in the park are snow covered and icy.

While snowshoes may not be needed, good traction devices for the bottom of your boots and hiking poles are strongly recommended. Want to learn more about planning for a winter trip to Rocky? Visit https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/planning-for-a-winter-visit.htm.

Image Credit: NPS Photo/Beach

10/08/2022

Are you ready to see the best meteor shower of the year? Well, you might be in for a disappointment, because the 2022 Perseid meteor shower is expected to be somewhat of a dud. You can chalk that up to bad timing among the objects moving around in our solar system. The meteor shower is scheduled to....

02/08/2022

Summit a 14,000-foot peak, bike Trail Ridge Road or tackle a snowy trail in this iconic mountain park.

17/09/2021

46th annual juried art show featuring photography, painting, jewelry, wood, sculpture, metal, wearables, textile arts and more. 100 artists share their art and Kids Corner provides activities for children.

09/02/2021

Rocky Mountain National Park is a great year-round destination. Many people come to Rocky to enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, skiing, or climbing. Everyone needs the right tools and to be prepared for changing terrain, changing weather and physiological changes at altitude. With a little bit of k...