Timed Entry Permits are required from May 22-mid October 2026 Timed entry permits are required to enter the Park from May 22 through mid October 2026, entrance passes continue to be required. Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the country and summer is its…
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As guests set foot in Rocky Mountain National Park this summer, the snow-capped mountain peaks and surrounding pine trees will most likely immediately grab their attention, but what's right beneath their feet is something that should not go unnoticed. The Rocky Mountain Conservancy writes about the…
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Planning a Rocky Mountain getaway? Our Estes Park guide will help determine what to know before visiting, whether you’re dreaming of shimmering alpine lakes, incredible wildlife sightings, or simply a peaceful mountain escape. With a little preparation and a few tricks, you can plan a trip that…
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Winter Scenic Drives in Estes Park: Where to See Wildlife and Snowy Views When winter settles into Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park, the pace naturally slows and the landscape takes on a quieter kind of magic. Snow softens the peaks, wildlife moves more visibly through open meadows…
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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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What’s the deal with these beautiful trees that turn to glorious golden groves this time of year? Fall in Estes is an exciting time. And yellow aspen leaves are fall's trademark! Aspen trees stand out from their conifer neighbors with signature white bark and what almost appear to be eyes carved…
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Trail Ridge Road’s older sibling, the un-paved Old Fall River Road offers a more rugged course to the alpine tundra in Rocky Mountain National Park. And it will open to vehicles on Saturday, July 1, 2023! We can't wait! Early History The first route for automobiles in Rocky Mountain National Park…
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When the snow starts to fly, you’ll hear lots of backcountry skiers on the Colorado Front Range talking about heading up to Berthoud or Jones Pass, while many others will spend their time sitting in I-70 traffic on their way to and from the resorts. But there’s a quieter way to experience some of…
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Hidden Valley Ski Area officially opened in 1955, about 10 miles from the town of Estes Park, Colorado. It got skiers to the top with a pair of Poma and T-Bar lifts. But its status as a favorite ski area for locals dates well before then. In the 1930s, the National Park Service began plowing Trail…
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Winter is a great time to explore Rocky Mountain National Park and the town of Estes Park in Colorado. The trails in and around Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado are great any time of the year, but they are particularly spectacular when coated in sparkling white powder. Winter is a bit…
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