Outdoor Adventure

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.  

Mountain weather the world over is notoriously fickle and unpredictable, and Rocky Mountain National Park is no exception. Average temperatures in and around the park vary greatly from season to season and depending on elevation, ranging from well below zero in winter months to the high 80s in summer. To make sure your hikes here are as safe and enjoyable…

Rocky Mountain National Park is a hiker’s park!  To really experience it you have to head out on foot.  It’s a place of stunning scenic beauty that is good for the soul. Here are five easy hikes to get you started, plus a walk in town.  Take time to stop, reflect, and enjoy the beauty that you’ll be surrounded with….

An Outdoor Rock Climbing Adventure What is a “Via Ferrata”? It’s an “Iron Path” – a fun outdoor rock climbing adventure that makes mountain climbing accessible and safe for anyone who is adventurous enough to give it a try!  No previous rock climbing experience is necessary. Experience Via Ferrata or the famous mountain climbing in Estes Park – you will…

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…

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

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…

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 moon Walks in the Moonlight are on  Dec. 11, 2019,  Jan. 10, 2020, Feb. 9, 2020, and Mar. 9, 2020. Reservations are required no more than…