Crews are working to improve access to and from Rocky Mountain National Park with the Downtown Estes Loop Project.

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Josh Harms

Josh turned his childhood vacation spot into his adulthood home when he moved to Estes Park in 2016. An avid hiker, he's taken up learning rock climbing and hopes to bring mountain biking and backcountry skiing into the mix. His Instagram (@joshharms26) is the second best on the platform, only to @visitestespark of course.

Estes Park Spring Hiking Guide

Spring is a unique season that comes with its own trail conditions and phenomena. Any day could feel awfully summery, or conversely, a lot like winter. Read on to be prepared for these conditions, and read this for more spring packing tips. Spring sets itself apart from the other seasons with the…

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How To: Leave No Trace

One key to visiting the public lands in and around Estes Park is to make sure you’re following Leave No Trace Principles. This preserves the land--and other visitors enjoyment. The gist is simple: leave the area how you found it, if not better. Before your next backcountry trip, learn and follow…

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The Top 5 Estes Stories of 2018

It was another great year in Estes Park, with visitors from all over the world enjoying the National Park, world class outdoor adventures, and all of the one-of-a-kind amenities around town--in other words, just digging that Estes lifestyle. And the most popular stories in our blog for 2018 reflect…

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8 Ways to See Fall in Estes Park

The scenic drive is a classic and fully enjoyable way to cover a lot of ground for your leaf-peeping efforts around Estes Park. But, venture off-road this autumn, and you’ll be rewarded with a different point of view when soaking in the brilliant fall colors--and perhaps a bit of solitude, too…

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The Perfect Estes Park Friendsgiving Celebration

US Highway 34 will open to all motorists Wednesday, November 22 at 4pm and will remain open until 8pm Sunday, November 26. The section of US 34 between mile points 72-74, west of Drake, will remain closed where crews are repairing the highway near the landslide. All through-traffic from Loveland to…

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