Posts author - Liz Brown

If you want the beauty of Estes Park without the crowds or timed-entry hassles, Hermit Park Open Space is one of the best-kept secrets in the area. Located just 5 miles southeast of downtown Estes Park off Highway 36, this 1,362-acre park offers quiet trails, diverse terrain, and some of the best views you can get outside Rocky Mountain National Park.   Where Hermit Park Open Space Is Located Hermit...

There’s an immediate sense of calm the moment you step onto the Estes Park Riverwalk. Beginning near George Hix Riverside Plaza, the path winds alongside the Big Thompson River, where the steady sound of flowing water and crisp mountain air create the perfect backdrop. As you follow the paved trail, you’ll cross charming wooden bridges and discover quiet pockets ideal for pausing and watching trout glide through the clear water....