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Wintertime in the Estes area is the perfect time and place for. . .
Snowshoeing
With the advent of smaller, lighter snowshoes, this is one of the
fastest growing sports in America and the Park has wonderful, scenic
trails to explore.
Wildlife Watching
Many animals move to the lower elevation of town for winter food.
Elk like the golf course. Deer, our shrubs. Check out the
pictures section for recent
wildlife photos.
Cross Country Skiing
High trails in the National Park are scenic cross
country ski trails in the winter.
Hiking
Low trails in the National Park that accumulate
little snow are open for winter hikes.
Ice Skating
There are several ponds that are popular for skating.
Sledding
Hidden Valley and Bear Lake in the National Park
are popular sledding/tubing areas.
Downhill Skiing
Eldora
ski area is just an hour south on the Peak to Peak Scenic
Byway
Weather
Winter days are usually sunny. Our biggest snow months are March and April. Here are the averages for Estes Park.
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Avg.
High |
Avg.
Low |
Avg.
Precip. |
| December |
40 |
18 |
0.6 |
| January |
38 |
16 |
0.4 |
| February |
40 |
17 |
0.7 |
| March |
44 |
20 |
1.1 |
Higher elevations in Rocky Mountain National Park get more snow and are colder. The Park is open all year but Trail Ridge Road over the continental divide closes for winter. The RockyMountainNationalPark.com weather page has temperature links for Bear Lake and Willow Park at treeline.
These businesses are open in the winter to welcome you:
Timber Creek Chalets
(800) 764-4308
(970) 586-8803
eMail
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! 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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Nicky's Resort Winter Weekend Specials
800 323-0031
970 586-5377
eMail
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--- Friday Date Night Package: Lodge Room w/ King Bed, Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet for two w/ Ray Young at the piano. --- or
--- Saturday Night Romance Package: Lodge Room with King Bed, Prime Rib Dinner for two w/ Ray Young at the piano.
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$99 for 2. Call for reservation (not available online) 10/15/09 - 5/15/10
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Fawn Valley Inn
(800) 525-2961
(970) 586-2388
eMail
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! Hot tub units, Jacuzzi suites, riverside condos. Full kitchens, fireplaces, wildlife, great views. Come see the beauty of Estes Park in winter!
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Call for additional specials.
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Wildwood Inn
866-586-7029
(970) 586-7804
eMail
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Come enjoy some peace and quiet! Book a 2 night mid week reservation & receive a breakfast basket! Offer good for 2 people & must mention this ad at time of booking. Good Jan 1st until May 11th. Can not mix with any other specials
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AAA - Estes Parks Premier Inn with full service Day Spa
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Lazy R Cottages
(800) 726-3728
(970) 586-3708
eMail
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Stay two nights, get the third night free! 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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Castle Mountain Lodge on Fall River
800 852-7463
970 586-3664
eMail
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Cuddle up for a quiet fireside getaway. Venture forth on a snowshoe trek. Go sledding in the mountains. Watch the elk, deer and bighorn sheep that move down into our neighborhood in the wintertime. Browse the shops in town. Click the gotroom? icon above to see great off-season rates for cottages, suites and vacation homes on the river bordering Rocky Mountain National Park.
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Click [got room?] above & right to see SPECIALS for the time you're coming
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Deer Crest Resort on Fall River
1-800-331-2324
970-586-2324
eMail
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Fireplace suites with kitchenettes starting at $79/night. Riverfront rooms starting at $59/night. Complimentary snowshoes,Free WIFI. Enclosed hot tub on property with windows overlooking Fall River. DVD/VCR player. Adults only, non smoking property.
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CHECK OUT OUR WINTER SPECIALS THRU APRIL 30TH, 2009
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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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River Stone Resorts & Bear Paw Suites
(888) 234-9115
(970) 586-4005
eMail
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WINTER DEAL 10/20 to 5/16 Riverfront condo with jetted tub, kitchen, gas fireplace, king bed and more. 2 people/2 nite min. save $15/nite. 4 people/2 nite min. save $20/nite. Not available Holidays. Ask about Romantic or Winter Fun Packages!
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A RESORT FOR ALL SEASONS
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Valhalla Resort
(800) 522-3284
(970) 586-3284
eMail
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Snowshoe package: 2 nights for 2 people in Queen bed cabin, use of 2 pair of snowshoes, goodies & beverage basket.
Weekdays (Mon-Thurs)- $193.00 for 2 nights
Weekends (Fri-Sun) - $229.00 for 2 nights
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Snowshoe experience
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