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Experience Memorable Winter Activities in Estes Park
Why visit Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park in the winter? One of the best things about the winter season is the peace you can find in nature while the earth is blanketed in snow. The park is less visited but still very much open and alive with activity. Reach beautiful backcountry areas on snowshoes, skis, and at lower…
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Spectacular Winter Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park
Winter brings deep snows to Rocky Mountain National Park west of the Continental Divide, but the lighter snowfall on the east (Estes Park) side of the park often leaves low elevation trails open for hiking. Trails below 8,700 feet (2,700 m) make great winter hikes, sometimes without the aid of skis or snow shoes.
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Snowshoeing Epic Rocky Mountain National Park for all Ages
Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park is epic! It’s a great outdoor activity for all ages because “if you can walk, you can snowshoe”! Snowshoeing with Kids Bear Lake Snowshoe Trails What to Wear and Bring
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Itinerary for a Romantic Mountain Getaway
In winter, there’s nothing like getting away for a romantic stay in the mountains. Estes Park is the perfect mountain getaway, with cozy and romantic lodging choices, invigorating outdoor recreation, shops to explore, and delicious and elegant restaurants with intimate evening music. Unlike many of the mountain towns along the I-70 corridor that revolve around alpine skiing, Estes Park will…
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Full Moon Walks
Winter Full Moon Night Walk For an unforgettable winter experience, join Rocky Mountain National Park rangers for a Full Moon Walk on the night of the full moon in winter months. The next full moons are on Jan. 20-21, 2019, Feb. 19, 2019, and Mar. 20, 2019, and are visible a day before and a day after. Although the January…
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