Get ready, because one of Estes Park’s most beloved events is back! The Great Estes Park Duck Race returns on May 3rd, 2025, and it's bigger, better, and more exciting than ever before. This annual tradition has been floating along for 36 years, raising over $3 million for local organizations and…
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and there’s still time to plan a romantic getaway in the mountains to slow down and relax with your Valentine. We like to think that Estes Park has an activity suited for each love language. Exchange candle-lit conversation over dinner and wine. Give each…
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Rocky Mountain National Park is a paradise for anglers, offering a variety of different fishing options whether it’s an intimate small stream or high alpine lake. With an abundance of wild trout inhabiting most of the park’s pristine waters, there is no shortage of places to wet a line. If you’re…
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The Rocky Mountain Conservancy-Conservation Corps (RMC-CC), in partnership with Rocky Mountain National Park, has successfully completed a series of effective climate resiliency projects during the 2024 season. This collaboration, bolstered by a grant from the National Park Foundation (NPF), focuses…
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Autumn in Estes Park is when everything falls into place. Your rock shoes will stick a little better, the trails are in ideal condition for mountain biking, trail running, or hiking, and the trout are biting. It's peak season for your favorite activities but not for the crowds if you can play hooky…
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Surrounded by some of Colorado’s most majestic peaks, Estes Park is not your typical mountain town. A summer paradise nestled at the basecamp to Rocky Mountain National Park, its breathtaking scenery and abundance of outdoor activities make it the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts and…
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Estes Park breathes history. You sense it as you gaze upon the Stanley Hotel’s white magnificence or the Birch Ruins on the knoll. Learn about the Valley’s fascinating history through the eyes of Estes Park’s excellent museums. The Estes Park Museum The Estes Park Museum connects the beautiful…
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If you are looking for an unforgettable place to celebrate Mother’s Day with your special lady, Estes Park is the place to be! Besides visiting beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park and admiring the views, you will find a lot of unique gifts and fun things to do during your stay in Estes Park…
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Whether you're strolling around Lake Estes or camping on the side of a cliff, Estes Park is primed for and welcomes every level of adventure. When it comes to thrilling outdoor experiences, we have the classic and the unexpected. Follow along as Eric Hanson explores all the outdoor adventure Estes…
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To stay awhile Estes is blessed with a big contingent of visitors who have come up for generations. In fact, about half of the Visit Estes Park staff first came here on vacation as a kid. And they all have one piece of advice--stay as long as you can. It’s the single best way to see more of the…
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