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Fall brings clear blue skies and crisp air
punctuated with occasional snows, bugling elk and bighorn sheep
butting contests. Watch this video of Autumn in Estes Park – golden aspen and elk on the golf course!
Aspen start turning in late August at higher elevations and the
golden leaves work their way down to lower elevations in October.
The peak of the gold rush in our mountains is usually in late
September. Daylight and elevation set the timing of the color
season. Rain, snow, cold and wind affect the intensity of color.
Elk bugling runs from
mid-September to mid-October, although some bugles may be heard in
late August and late October.
Bighorn sheep stage their head-butting contests in October and
November.
For more pictures and information, link to the WildWatch page.
Check on the fall events and festivals held in Rocky Mountain National Park and Estes Park at this wonderful time of the year. Also see the specials offered by Estes Park businesses for September, October and November.
The Town Community Development Department publishes these averages
from the Colorado Climate Center. Temperatures are in Farenheight,
precipitation in inches. What the averages don't reveal is the
variance.
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Avg.
High |
Avg.
Low |
Avg.
Precip. |
| Aug |
80 |
40 |
2.03 |
| Sep |
74 |
34 |
1.30 |
| Oct |
65 |
25 |
.86 |
| Nov |
53 |
14 |
.57 |
High variance is the only constant about our weather. There is not a
single month of the year which is historically snow-free. On the
other hand, there is not a single month in which we do not have
picnic lunches on sunny decks.
What to wear at this time of year? Layers, layers, layers. Sunny
days, you could be in shirt sleeves. Mornings and late afternoons,
you'll add a sweatshirt or jacket. Enthusiastic elk watchers may
want a coat, hat, gloves for dusk and evening bugle concerts.
Solitude Cabins
877-704-7777
970-577-7777
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Spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath cabins. Full kitchen, dishwasher, washer/dryer, private deck, fireplace, gas grill, 2 story ceilings in L.R., Walk to Stanley Park & Lake Estes. Minutes to downtown, 18 hole golf course. Easy access to Rocky Mtn. Nat. Park.
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Best Kept Secret - AFFORDABLE Luxury
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The Overlook at the Stanley Historic District
(800) 476-5873
(970) 586-2393
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Experience the finest luxury condos in Estes Park. Relax in spacious units (up to 2300 sq.ft), each fully furnished and beautifully decorated with high-end finishes & designed for maximum comfort. Units available with up to four bedrooms, personal hot tubs, priv. garages & spacious decks to take in the Mtn. views. For the ultimate Colorado vacation, step up to the Overlook.
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Close to town and all activities. Great off-season specials.
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Castle Mountain Lodge on Fall River
800 852-7463
970 586-3664
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Leave the fast lane, cross our covered bridge to simple serenity in a cozy cottage, suite or vacation home in towering pines along Fall River. Bask in hot tub bubbles. Warm to the scent and sizzle of a wood-burning fireplace. Fall asleep to the river's lullaby. Roam 30 acres adjoining Rocky Mountain National Park. Enjoy the serendipity of wandering wildlife and friendly gatherings in our library.
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Click [got room?] above & right to see SPECIALS for the time you're coming
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Timber Creek Chalets
(800) 764-4308
(970) 586-8803
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! (October 15 through May 21.) Hot tub cabins and cozy suites right in the trees. Full kitchens, fireplaces, wildlife. Hike from your front door. Free snowshoe rental. Don't ski? Come see Estes Park!
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Call for additional specials.
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Wildwood Inn
1-800-400-7804
(970) 586-7804
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Wanting to be on the River or perhaps on the Mountain side for the most fabulous views? We have both offering upscale spacious cabin suites, condo's & studios. Most with kitchens, fireplaces, some with indoor or fireside hot tubs and private decks.
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Premier Inn - Bordering Rocky Mtn. Nat. Park - AAA
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Elk in town, in Lake Estes 9/16/2008
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...a local's video
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Fawn Valley Inn
(800) 525-2961
(970) 586-2388
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! (October 15 through May 21). Hot tub units, Jacuzzi suites, riverside condos. Full kitchens, fireplaces, wildlife, great views. Come see the beauty of Estes Park in fall!
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Call for additional specials.
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Lazy R Cottages
(800) 726-3728
(970) 586-3708
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! (valid October 15 through May 21.) Hot tub cabins and cozy cottages all with a beautiful mountain view. Full kitchens, fireplaces, wildlife. Close to everything. Don't ski? Come see Estes Park!
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Call for additional specials.
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The Overlook at the Stanley Historic District
(800) 476-5873
(970) 586-2393
email
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Experience the finest luxury condos in Estes Park. Relax in spacious units (up to 2300 sq.ft), each fully furnished and beautifully decorated with high-end finishes & designed for maximum comfort. Units available with up to four bedrooms, personal hot tubs, priv. garages & spacious decks to take in the Mtn. views. For the ultimate Colorado vacation, step up to the Overlook.
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Close to town and all activities. Great off-season specials.
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Streamside on Fall River
(800) 321-3303
(970) 586-6464
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Quiet, Scenic, River-front cabin suites with hot tubs, fireplaces, and kitchens, Daily housekeeping provided. Only 1 mile to town and 3 miles to the National Park. The View - Priceless!
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See Lodging Specials at: www.StreamsideOnFallRiver.com/packages.htm
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Estes Park Condos
(800) 349-1003
(970) 577-0068
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Mention this ad and receive a free gift of your choice. Three beautivul and secluded properties all ideally located in a grove of majestic pines along a secluded stretch of beautiful Fall River. Property hot tub, private hot tubs and spas, fireplaces, full kitchens, private decks. Stocked river fishing, free poles & tackle..
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Mention this ad and receive a free gift
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Yellow Wood Guiding
303-775-5484
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Yellow Wood Guiding offers private, customized Widlife, and Nature Tours & Photo Safaris in Rocky Mountain National Park. Visit YWGuiding.com for more tour details, videos, and pictures. Tour options include: Wildlife Safari, Nature Tours, Wildflower Walks, Birding, and Photo Safaris. Open year-round.
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