Rocky Mountain Resorts Blog

Wildlife viewing in Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the more popular activities to enjoy year-round. Everything from elk and moose to little picas and soaring birds is available for viewing. And one of the best ways to capture and savor the moment is with your camera. With patience and a little luck, capturing Rocky Mountain National Park’s local fauna can make for beautiful photos. So, here are a...

Fall Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park Fall in Colorado is one of the best times to visit the Centennial State. With an abundance of colorful fall foliage, wildlife, and plenty of hiking trails with beautiful scenery. Barely break a sweat and discover the best of the fall season with these five easy fall hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. Alberta Falls For the ultimate in Colorado fall beauty, begin...

In case you haven’t heard, elk in Estes Park are just as common to see as tourists walking the streets. Sure, they are fun to watch grazing in town or bugling in the open meadow of Rocky Mountain National Park but what do you really know about the elk that call Colorado home? Here are a few interesting facts about the elk in Estes Park.

Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park are both home to many different forms of wildlife, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and bears. But one of its lesser-known, but just as impressive, forms of wildlife are the 280 species of birds that make Rocky Mountain National Park their home. So, grab your binoculars and hit the trails with our guide to birdwatching near Estes Park and discover life within the trees...

Hop in your car and discover these three scenic drives in Rocky Mountain National Park that are sure to make you pull over and snap a picture.

Explore these easy waterfall hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park and start enjoying the beauty of the Rockies with little effort!

Are you ready for an Estes Park rafting adventure?  Ride the rapids in either the Poudre or Colorado rivers for a day of splashes, plunges, and the thrill of your life. With an impressive amount of winter snowfall and ample spring rain this year, we are primed and ready for an epic rafting season here in Estes Park. But before you head to high waters, read here for a few...

Named as one of the “6 rock-climbing destinations worth planning a vacation around,” Estes Park has made a name for itself amongst the crag addicted rock-climbing community. It’s a sport that can be enjoyed by all, no matter the age and there are plenty of opportunities to help get you started if you are just beginning. Regardless of your experience level, Estes Park has a lot to offer, from single-pitch...

While there is plenty to explore in Estes Park, there is a whole other world outside of town waiting to be discovered – that can easily be seen in a day. So, hop in your car or rent a car and discover these day trips from Estes Park. Lyons An easy 30-minute drive from Estes Park, the small town of Lyons has a lot to offer visitors. The town is...

Save the date for these upcoming summer events in Estes Park and start planning your vacation today!   Art Market of Estes Park May 25th – 27th Kick summer off over Memorial Day weekend with the 20th annual Art Market of Estes Park. See a wide variety of fine arts and crafts from local Colorado artists. From paintings, ceramics, stained glass, and photography, there is sure to be something you...