Did you know that fly fishing is a year-round sport? Not only that, but Estes Park is the perfect place for it! Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned angler, we have pristine waters and fish eager to bite. We had the chance to chat with Kirk Bien, owner of Kirks Fly Shop and Kirks Mountain…
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A deep-rooted love of wildlife, photography, storytelling and of course, the Rocky Mountains has been the driving force behind one Estes Park woman’s devotion to full-time writing and photography. Dawn Wilson moved to Northern Colorado in 2002 to pursue her passions in a place where she could best…
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Whether you’re headed into Rocky Mountain National Park via the Beaver Meadows Entrance, or on your way back into a town after a day of adventure in the mountains, you will traverse West Moraine Avenue, a section of Estes Park sprinkled with local treasures. This is a great area to enjoy some sips…
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Except for a white dusting of snow or the solid face of a sun-soaked rock, from a distance, the towering horizon of peaks surrounding Estes Park doesn’t seem to change. Time and time again, we have heard returning travelers express the solace found in that remarkably unchanged landscape. A view that…
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Isabella Bird, a name dear to the hearts of many who know and love Estes Park. The English writer was also known as an explorer, photographer and naturalist. Born in 1831, Bird’s 19th-century adventures took her to places like Hawaii, Australia, and as part of her exploration of the United States…
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When you arrive in Estes Park from the Big Thompson Canyon on Highway 34, you are greeted by a view of the Rocky Mountains so surreal it almost looks like an oil painting. This view leads you down a stretch of highway leading straight into the heart of Estes Park. Known as the Highway 34 Corridor…
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It’s February and love is in the air, and it just wouldn’t be complete without a little bit of sugar. With cozy venues set against stunning mountain views, Estes Park is an ideal place for a romantic getaway, but perhaps the sweetest part of all, its array of sweet shops offering unique goodies that…
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Nothing gets you out of the winter blues like a trip to a Rocky Mountain winter wonderland, and doing that affordably is a win-win. Businesses all throughout Estes Park are working to do just that, giving you a trip with all the awe of the mountains, that won’t break the bank. Lodging First…
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We’ve lit the trees, and “caught the glow” at our annual parade. We've even toasted the holidays with spirits at the annual Holiday Wine Festival, but the fun has only just begun. The holidays in Estes Park have always been filled with events and traditions that bring visiting Estes lovers back…
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Now that most of us have finished up our turkey and stuffing leftovers, it’s time to bring out the tinsel and tree-toppers. But first, you'll need a tree. If you’re keeping things real this year, there are several places near Estes Park where you can harvest your own Christmas tree straight from the…
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