The Alpenhall Room At Alpenharbor Lodge In Estes Park / RMNP, Colorado USA

20/12/2023

If you are planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park in January then you'll want to learn all about what you can expect in terms of weather, how busy th...

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...

13/10/2023

Happy Earth Science Week!

Each year, millions of visitors come to Rocky to experience its scenic mountainous landscapes, abundant wildlife, and high elevation alpine tundra. Glaciers, perennial snowfields, and ice patches are an important part of these human experiences.

Glaciers shaped this landscape, carving the dramatic alpine cirques and aretes and filling valley floors with glacial deposits. Today, meltwater from snow and perennial ice fields/glaciers supports the park’s plants and wildlife.

This explore the research and monitoring of glaciers, perennial snowfields, and snowpack of the Rocky Mountains: https://www.nps.gov/articles/glaciers-and-perennial-snowfields-research-in-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

Image Credit: NPS

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 ...

14/09/2023

We're making headlines! 🥾📰🏕️

Check us out in this article from CNN highlighting Estes Park as one of the 25 best hiking cities in the United States! The article not only discusses some great trails in Rocky Mountain National Park but also some awesome post-hike spots in town like The Barrel - Estes Park!

Read the article now at the link below and come hike with us!

https://bit.ly/44Qogcb

14/09/2023

October is one of those very special months of the year when there is so much to see. There are golden aspen leaves, snow covered mountains, and bugling elk....

10/09/2023

10/09/2023

Elk are beginning to gather for fall mating season. This time is also known as the elk rut!

Bull elk can be very aggressive as they protect the cows and young in their herd. When your friends ask, “how close can I get to that elk?" suggest they ask a different question, such as “how far should I stay back?”

Let wildlife be wild and observe from a distance. Stay back at least 75 feet (or two bus lengths). Let your friends know that approaching wildlife is illegal in Rocky Mountain National Park and it doesn’t matter if they are doing it to take a photograph.

Meadow closures are in place between the hours of 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. Areas that are closed include meadow areas in Horseshoe Park, Upper Beaver Meadows, Moraine Park, Harbison Meadow, and Holzwarth Meadow. During the specified hours, these areas are closed to all travel on foot or via horseback off established roadways and established trails.

Fishing locations along the Fall River, Thompson River, and Colorado River that are accessed by walking through closed areas are closed to fishing between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. These closures remain in place through October 31.

Image Credit: NPS Photo

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...

19/08/2023

August is a great time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park, but there are a few things you should know. In this video help you know what to expect in terms...

19/08/2023

Do you love roaring waterfalls but don't want to hike too far to see them? In this video you'll learn about 5 wonderful waterfalls and cascades in Rocky Moun...

03/08/2023

Wildflower Wednesday
What’s related to florist carnations and blooms on RMNP mountaintops? Moss Campion has tiny pink blossoms in mossy cushions that hug the ground in tundra areas here and around the world.
Remember! Everything in RMNP is protected.

(NPS photo/A. Schonlau)

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