Get ready for a "freeze"tival of fun! It’s almost time to get the chilly party started. Four days of frigidly fun happenings are planned across town, anchored by the infamous Frozen Dead Guy Days Festival on March 15, 2025. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of the extended weekend, from…
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From riding a snowcat and hiking with llamas to indoor camping adventures and ‘swim-in’ movies, Estes Park offers something new all year-round. Here are 6 experiences you may not think of but should be at the top of your list when planning a trip to Estes Park. 1. Ride a Snowcat to a Luxury Lodge…
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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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Wide open skies and mountain silhouettes make for captivating stargazing and incredible photo ops in and around Estes Park in the summer. Key Takeaways Summer is the best time to see and photograph the stars in Estes Park. Trail Ridge Road offers an accessible vantage point well away from light…
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For a small mountain village, Estes Park’s craft beverage scene is enormous – and it seems to be growing with each passing year. Now is the right time to discover what’s brewing (and distilling, and fermenting) up here. From sipping whiskey at the Vault to sipping wine at Snowy Peaks Winery, Estes…
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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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Where to go and stay with your best friend, aka your dog, in Estes Park. Hiking Dogs are not allowed to hike with you on trails in the National Park (they are allowed, leashed, on paved walkways). But Rocky isn’t the only place to hike around here. Dogs are allowed on trails in the National Forest…
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Nothing says summer more than a day spent on and around the lake. You’ve probably seen Lake Estes as you are driving into town, you may have even driven over it. Well, it’s the perfect time to get on it. We decided to help you plan your day on the lake. Here’s how it goes: Start off your day with…
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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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Outdoor experiences are for everyone. Here are the local businesses that are ready to help you get outside in Estes Park and the accessible trails you won’t want to miss. Getting outside, in one way or another, is a key part of a trip to Estes Park for many. Simply being outside provides a sense of…
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