These 11 Estes Park Campgrounds couldn't be better. But which one is the perfect campsite for you? If you are the kind of family that...
Visitors to Estes Park will find countless options for exciting outdoor adventures, but there's plenty to do, even if exploring the mountains isn't your thing.
Find up-to-date parking availability and pay for parking with the Estes Parking App. Park All Day and Ride the Shuttles The way we recommend doing it - park your car, and forget about it until you’re ready to head back to wherever you’re staying. Then either ride the shuttles or put your legs to
Gem Lake is the perfect morning hike for the family or your active group of friends. This trail will lead you to stunning views and a gorgeous mountain lake just outside of Estes Park, Colorado.
Discover the 10 best hikes near Estes Park CO and Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) hiking trails with waterfall views like Alberta Falls...
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Embark on unforgettable RMNP wildlife tours and witness nature's wonders up close in the beautiful Estes Park.
Nestled in the heart of RMNP, under the shadows of Hallett Peak and the Continental Divide, you’ll find Bear Lake, a gorgeous alpine lake located at 9,475’.
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Are you exploring quaint mountain towns this weekend? Discover fun things to do in Estes Park Colorado from hiking to shopping to spotting wildlife.
Estes Park is one of Colorado’s most popular vacation destinations thanks to excellent views, wildlife, a charming downtown, and close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park. Read on for the best things to do in Estes Park.
The gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park is a small mountain town packed with history, charm, and amazing hiking options.
Hiking, shopping, mountain views, fantastic food...these are just a few of the things that make up a perfect day in Estes Park Colorado!
How to hike from Bear Lake trailhead to Lake Helene, Odessa Lake, and Fern Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park with lots of helpful tips.
Discover the 10 best hikes near Estes Park CO and Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) hiking trails with waterfall views like Alberta Falls...
Gem Lake is the perfect morning hike for the family or your active group of friends. This trail will lead you to stunning views and a gorgeous mountain lake just outside of Estes Park, Colorado.
Estes Park in winter is beautiful, majestic, and has something for everyone. Here's 9 things to do in and around Estes for you and your family.
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All the information you need for the Mills Lake Hike at Rocky Mountain National Park By the end of this article, you will be able to feel confident in hiking to Mills Lake Trail. Start your adventure that will include awe-inspiring views of the Glacier Gorge trail system of Rocky Mountain National Park. You will transported to breathtaking scenery that includes beautiful mountains with snow-capped peaks, colorful wildflowers, and maybe even some wildlife! INCLUDED IN THIS ARTICLE ARE THE FOLLOWING: Highlights and Information on the Mills Lake Hike Driving Directions to the starting point at Glacier Gorge Trailhead from Estes Park TO
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I sat on my couch a few days ago, drinking my coffee, and reading some of my old posts about traveling. It made me miss the days when I just picked up whenever I wanted and took off. Which I did. A lot. I can't necessarily pack a small bag and take a 10 hour road trip anymore, but who's to say I can't pack up my daughter, some spare diapers, toys, sippies, and snacks and take some day trips? I was feeling antsy pantsy for an adventure, just on a smaller scale and within an hour or so from home. So... Estes Park was the place to be! The drive up the mountains, with all it's twists and turns along the Big Thompson River, is one of the most beautiful drives I've ever taken in my life. I say that very confidently. There is absolutely nothing like driving up a mountain. And of course I made a playlist: Heartless Bastards - The Mountain Semisonic - Across The Great Divide The Butthole Surfers - Pepper Jane's Addiction - Mountain Song Ozzy Osbourne - Rocky Mountain Way Led Zeppelin - Misty Mountain Hop Yonder Mountain String Band - 40 Miles From Denver John Denver - Rocky Mountain High Johnny Cash - Your Wild Colorado Townes Van Zandt - Colorado Girl Chevy Chase - Colorado There is a break in the mountain tops right as you pull into the 7,500 foot high valley of Estes Park and the view coming around the corner is enough to knock you off your feet. Our first stop was the Aerial Tramway. This was my view stepping off the bottom platform into our little red hanging bucket which was about to send me up Prospect Mountain by these 2 tiny wires. I was a bit nervous and just wanted to be at the top already. And once you got up there!... The View!!! The View!! THE VIEW!!! You could even see glimpses of the Olympus Dam If you bribed them with peanuts, the chipmunks would walk up to you and take their lunch right from your hand! This made Kalynn wild with excitement, "Chip and Dale, Mommy!! I see 'em!!" Coming back down the mountain was just as shady as going up, honestly. An experience to remember for sure. This is Kalynn's "Red Rum" finger... And speaking of red rum... Of course we had to make a stop at the historic Stanley Hotel. The Stanley was built in 1909 by Freelan Oscar Stanley (of Stanley Steamers) and catered to all the rich and famous Hollywood personalities from way back when. But it's mainly best known for the inspiration behind the fictional Overlook Hotel in Steven King's novel The Shining. The Stanley Hotel is supposedly one of Colorado's most haunted places and has been on multiple television shows promoting it's unexplainable Ballroom phenomenas. I've never taken any of the "ghost tours" nor have I stayed there overnight, but it's on my Colorado Bucket List and I plan on it someday soon! This is the view of the waterfall and restaurant out the back window. Of course I had to sneak upstairs and get a picture of room 217! I packed a picnic lunch for us right before we left the house, so we sat on the front lawns, ate our sandwiches and enjoyed a panoramic view of the Rocky Mountains. Our yogurt was mysteriously missing from the cooler, so I'm assuming one of the ghosties must be a fan of Yoplait. When I was a kid visiting The Stanley, I remember walking off the grounds and down the dirt road a ways to see the fictional pet cemetery which was made after Steven King's novel Pet Cemetery became a movie. I was please to see that it was still there after all these years! It was a bit more run down than I remember, and it's not something most people probably know about, so it was kind of cool to sneak around the side, down the "staff only" driveway and go check it out. After our time at The Stanley, we headed downtown to the local shops and ran into a playground which sat directly on the ledge of the Big Thompson River! Clearly, you can't go to Estes without stopping at the homemade fudge shop. Our last stop before heading home was a little picnic table at the end of Elkhorn Ave perfect for eating cookies. The red rock mountains with the sunset's orange color beaming off of them was the perfect view for our ride home. Kalynn and I had such a fun day, I think we have many more mini trips to plan in our future!
Here are the Top Things To Do in Estes Park during the summer months! There is no better time to get out and experience Rocky Mountain National Park.
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Bear Lake Trailhead is beautiful and has quickly risen to the ranks of being one of the most trafficked hiking trails in the Rocky Mountain National Park!
Are you planning a trip to Estes Park, Colorado? If traveling with kids, these easy Estes Park hikes for kids are perfect to enjoy.
With a bustling main street, peaceful trails, and scenic mountain views in all directions, Estes Park is the perfect little mountain town to plan a weekend away. While there’s plenty to do and see all year the fall season, in particular, is a special time to visit. Bright yellow and orange aspen
Searching through Rocky Mountain National Park guidebooks, maps, routes, and planners can leave you overwhelmed! It's exhausting to try to sort out which hikes are at your skill level, then determine how long those hikes are, and THEN determine if those hikes that you have narrowed down are even close to each other! I hear you, and, wow, can I relate. It seemed impossible to sift through the endless hiking guides, because I didn't really know what I was looking for, and how all of those hikes intersected with each other (or if they even did!!!) This guide will help
Wandering in and out of shops with a treat in hand is a quintessential mountain town experience. And when there is a river involved? Even better. Estes Park’s Riverwalk is not-to-miss. Both Fall River and the Big Thompson River flow along the backside of Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park’s main street, and
Summer in the Rocky Mountains is full of outdoor activities, from the extreme to tranquil. The Rocky Mountain Conservency shares a helpful list of fly-fishing hotspots and tips of the trade for those
If you want to take a trip to Estes Park, you need to know where to stay. Our guide right here covers the best camping locations.
Traveling with a dog does require a bit of extra planning, to make sure you can find pet friendly accommodations and attractions in each destination. Nestled in the green forests of the Rocky Mountains is
Planning where to eat on your famiy's vacation to Estes Park? You won't want to miss eating these ten foods on your trip to Estes Park Colorado. You'll learn who has the best cinnamon rolls, BBQ, ice cream, and more! Start planning your Estes Park vacation today!
Heading to Colorado and visiting Rocky Mountain National Park? Make sure you enjoy these incredible things to do in Estes Park, Colorado.
Estes Park is one of Colorado’s most popular vacation destinations thanks to excellent views, wildlife, a charming downtown, and close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park. Read on for the best things to do in Estes Park.
