Rocky Mountain Resorts Blog

Hiking through the Rocky Mountains is always a must-do when visiting. Endless amounts of greenery and wildlife surround you, especially in the summer. It is all waiting for you in the many hiking trails within the rock formations. Discover our summer hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park for your next Colorado getaway. Bear Lake Trail Bear Lake Trailhead is one of the shortest but most popular hikes in Rocky Mountain...

  Rocky Mountain National Park is filled with endless activities such as hiking, fishing, scenic drives, and wildlife watching. With so much to do, you may be overwhelmed with what to plan for yourself and your family. It’s also very important to set out on a nature-filled adventure that will keep your kids excited and eager to explore the mountains. If it’s their first or tenth venture to the park,...

Estes Park is a photographer’s dream destination! Though beautiful year-round, there’s something about pristine white snow covering dark evergreens that adds a special touch to pictures of Estes Valley. Whether you’re a novice on a quick getaway or expert, you have to stop by these must-see places to photograph in Estes Park during the winter season. Welcome to Estes Park Sign Start your photo journey before you even make it...

With epic alpine views found all around, Estes Park’s beauty has no limits. Featuring stunning mountain views and picture-worthy sunsets, it’s no wonder people love to celebrate their romance in Estes Park. Every year excited couples head to Estes Valley for their nuptials. Planning your special day in Estes Park? Start with our list of best destinations for weddings in Estes Park. Outdoor Weddings in Estes Park O’Connor Pavilion  Are...

Biking in RMNP is truly a beautiful experience. Roll past hillsides, vista views, scenic mountain tops, and wildlife, all on a bike ride through Colorado’s most popular National Park. But before you clip in, use our quick guide to biking inside the park and where you can find bike rentals in town. Where can I ride? Bicycles and e-bikes are permitted on all roads open to motor vehicles, both paved...

With recent COVID-19 restrictions and closures over the past year, Rocky Mountain National Park has moved to a timed entry system to help adhere to guidelines and for the safety of visitors. If you plan on visiting during your trip to Estes Park, here is everything you need to know about the timed entry at Rocky Mountain National Park. When are reservations required? Reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain...

Hiking in Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the top activities to do during the summer months. So, get out this summer and explore our favorite summer hikes in RMNP. Take it easy Gem Lake Gem Lake is a wonderful easy hike that actually starts outside of the park, but winds its way into RMNP on the trail. You’ll gain almost 1,000 feet in elevation, starting at 7,882’...

Summer is a great time to get outdoors and discover the beauty of Estes Park. From hiking to rock climbing there are many types of adventures to have using our summer guide to Estes Park below. See the wildflowers As if the landscape of Rocky Mountain National Park wasn’t beautiful enough, for a couple of months out of the year, parts of the park burst with colorful wildflowers, adding another...

Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular drives and destinations within the park. Because of this, its seasonal opening and closing is always a thing to note when visiting the area. To help better plan your trip to RMNP, read here for more about the plowing of Trail Ridge Road. About Trail Ridge Road Trail Ridge Road is the highest continuously paved road...

While Rocky Mountain National Park can take many days, and even weeks to explore, there is still plenty you can pack in one day if you don’t have much time. So, hit the ground running with our one-day itinerary to Rocky Mountain National Park. Fall River Visitor Center Start off your day by visiting the Fall River Visitor Center. Here you can get all your information about where to go,...