Rocky Mountain Resorts Blog

Summertime in the Rockies is the best time to head out for a hike, but just as the right ski boot is needed for skiing, having the right hiking boot can make or break your summer hiking adventure. Picking the right hiking boot can mean the difference between a blistering blunder and an enjoyable hike. Use our guide on how to choose a hiking boot for your next mountain adventure...

Calling all expert hikers! It’s time to hit the trails with our favorite challenging hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. 1. Hallett Peak –Generally rated as strenuous, hikers gain stunning mountain views that make it well worth it. Reaching a height of 12,713 feet, the trail begins at Bear Lake, which starts at 9,475 feet. Hikers will be met with spectacular views of Longs Peak, the Keyboard of the Winds,...

It’s springtime in the Rockies! The weather is cool, the flowers are budding, and the crowds are minimal. Head outdoors and enjoy all the things to do in Rocky Mountain National Park during this season of re-birth. And with National Park Week coming up, you can enjoy a free day at the park, making this the perfect time of year to visit. Bask in Sunny Meadows While the higher peaks...

Getting into the great outdoors replenishes us and brings us back to our center. There is just something special about being in the mountains, especially here in Colorado. The Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the greatest perks about living in Colorado, the state most famously known as one of the most active states in the US. How can we get outdoors more often without having to spend the...

Looking for alternative lodging with the Moraine Park Campground closure? For most of May, the campground will be closed for water system repairs and since you’ll still have plenty of time in the summer for camping but have already dreamed of the perfect Rocky Mountain National Park getaway, we do have options for you! Estes Park cabins and cottages Our Triple R Cottages in Estes Park are close to the...

Save on your entry fees to Rocky Mountain National Park by visiting over the fee-free days of 2017! We’ve also compiled some tips to help you maximize your time in the Park! Each year, Rocky Mountain National Park and the National Park Service offer fee-free days in honor of national holidays or special Park Service celebrations. In 2017, these days offer free entry: January 16 – Martin Luther King, Jr....

As a follow-up to our moderate hikes to try this summer, we’re rounding out our list with our favorite difficult summer hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. Mt. Ida First on the list is the 9.6-mile roundtrip to Mt. Ida! Located off the Poudre Lake Trailhead off of Trail Ridge Road and just on the “other” side of the Continental Divide, this trail offers some serious elevation gain at just over...

In our last blog post, we highlighted three of our favorite easy hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. This post will focus on moderate summer hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park or near Estes Park for visitors looking for a bit more of a challenge during their Colorado vacation. Loch Vale This 5.9-mile trail (roundtrip) off the Glacier Gorge Trailhead is a wonderful moderate hike with a beautiful payoff at...

We often get asked for advice on navigating the many trails within Rocky Mountain National Park and surrounding Estes Park. We love sharing tips and tricks for visitors so we thought we’d share with you our three favorite easy summer hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. We’ll start off with easy trails for those that want to hike as soon as they’re in the park, but want some time to...

It’s Rocky Mountain National Park’s 100th year and we want you to come celebrate! From fee-free days to a variety of educational and fun programs, you’ll be happy you came to the Centennial celebration in Estes Park. If you’re looking for some upcoming free days to enter and explore Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), here are 2015’s dates: February 14 – 16: In observance of Presidents Day April 18 –...