There are two entrances on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park and one on the west side where you can purchase your entry, get maps and the newsletter, and all are located near Rocky Mountain visitor centers. But, which one is the best? On the west side of the Continental Divide, the best […]
For three incredible months, Rocky Mountain National Park visitors have a rare opportunity to drive on a dirt road that climbs from the Endovalley picnic area (elevation 8,638) up to the Alpine Visitor Center (elevation 11,796) in just eleven miles. Old Fall River Road opened in 1920 and Rocky Mountain’s staff have kept this road […]
Rocky Mountain National Park is 415 square miles of mountains, rivers, alpine lakes, and wildlife. It’s a wonderful place to visit, year-round, but there are times when the experience can be less than rewarding. Early fall and the height of summer are the very best times to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. All the park […]
Bear Lake Road, aka the Bear Lake Corridor, is the most popular of Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s so popular that Rocky Mountain’s timed-entry reservation options include one just for this area during the height of the visitation season. Despite seasonal crowding, this is truly a must-see area of Rocky Mountain; it’s rich with history […]
Will you find peace in the stunning wilderness of Rocky Mountain National Park, or is it just too crowded all the time? Rocky Mountain is crowded from June through September when children are out of school and the weather is warmest. There are lines to get in and parking lots fill up early even with […]
There are 10 things that everyone who drives Trail Ridge Road should know before they set out, especially if it’s for the first time. Trail Ridge Road is the most compelling destination in Rocky Mountain National Park, spanning the Continental Divide in Colorado to connect Rocky Mountain’s gateway communities, Estes Park and Grand Lake. It […]
Reaching the highest peaks in the United States is on many people’s bucket lists, but will the high altitude affect you? Whether or not you or your companions will get altitude sickness while visiting Rocky Mountain National Park is a bit unpredictable. Young and old, fit and unfit, suffer from this with very little prior […]
On the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park lies Estes Park, Colorado. It is the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park and has some fun things to do. We recently visited this cute town, and some of our favorites were exploring the city, eating food, and touring the Stanley Hotel. Here is what we […]
Are you visiting Rocky Mountain National Park but haven’t secured a timed-entry reservation? Can you still visit the park? Timed-entry reservations are not absolutely necessary to get into Rocky Mountain National Park, even during the peak visitation months of July through October. There are several workarounds that can give you a wonderful experience, even if […]
Visiting Estes Park and curious what there is to do? Maybe you’ve seen the movie, The Shining and want to see the hotel that inspired Stephen King. Either way, a tour of the Stanley Hotel is sure to give you a couple of hours of entertainment. The Stanley Hotel was built in 1909 by inventor […]
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