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A Different Way Up Old Fall River Road

Don’t drive Old Fall River Road. Old Fall River Road, Trail Ridge Road’s unpaved sister, is closed to vehicle traffic early October through late June. In 2024, Old Fall River Road will be closing for the season to vehicles beginning Tuesday, October 8. With no cars to limit your view or slow you…

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Guide to Finding Bigfoot in Estes Park

Proven Tips and Tricks to Finding America’s Reigning Hide and Seek Champion Is the way to Bigfoot’s heart through his stomach? Is it through your best jokes? Or maybe through speaking his language? With Estes Park’s annual Bigfoot Days right around the corner, we think you should be able to answer…

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How to Spend Easter in Estes Park

Early April is an invigorating time in Estes Park—the cold is easing, new growth is right around the corner and the promise of spring is close at hand; it’s an environment that’s sure to augment this special day. Spend Easter weekend in Estes Park. Here’s how. Get Up and Out for Sunrise Sunrise…

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Best Hikes for Young Kids

Here are just a few family-friendly hikes in and around Estes Park. Before you go, make sure you check if you'll need a timed-entry permit reservation to Rocky Mountain National Park. Copeland Falls Round trip mileage: 0.6 from the trailhead. Trailhead: Wild Basin, Rocky Mountain National Park…

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Spring climbing in and around Estes Park

By our friends at the Estes Park Mountain Shop Where there’s a will, there’s a way – while you might not think it’s possible right now, join the local diehards and get your first ascents of the year this spring. As winter melts away, enjoy the change of season (before the summer crowds) by tying in…

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How to Picnic in Estes Park

Pick up some food at a local restaurant and head out into the fresh air for a meal with a view. First: find what you’re hungry for Most Estes Park restaurants provide a takeout option with utensils, napkins and condiments included, so if staying within walking distance from the restaurant or…

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