Welcome to a Land of Extremes!

Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.

Front entryway to Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Plan Your Summer Trips to Rocky

Planning to visit Rocky this summer? Discover fun things to do and trip planning advice.

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Timed Entry Reservations

Planning to visit Rocky from May 23 through mid-October? Timed Entry Reservations are required certain hours of the day. Learn more here!

Park Entrance Fees and Passes
Park Entrance Fees and Passes

Discover what different park entrance fee and pass options are available

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Weather in Rocky

What is the weather like? Click here for weather forecasts and other information.

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Shuttles and Public Transit

Learn about the Hiker Shuttle, Rocky's In-Park Shuttle Routes, and Public Transit

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Park Roads

Learn about road conditions and seasonal updates

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Going Hiking? Conditions Can Vary

What are the trail conditions like? That can vary based on elevation. Click here for detailed trail conditions.

View of the Kawuneeche Valley meadow, free of snow. Snow is on the mountain peaks in the distance
View Rocky's Webcams!

Want to see what different areas of Rocky Mountain National Park look like? Check out the park's webcams.

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Ranger-led Walks, Talks & Activities

A Park Ranger is leading an interpretive talk

Become a Junior Ranger
Become a Junior Ranger!

Become a Junior Ranger!

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Camping

Camping is available for tents and RVs at Aspenglen, Glacier Basin and Timber Creek Campgrounds. Learn more!

Three tents are set up in a designated wilderness campsite
Wilderness Overnight Backpacking

Thinking about going backpacking? Learn all about planning for a wilderness overnight backpacking trip.

Tall grasses are growing in an open meadow in summer in the Kawuneeche Valley
Kawuneeche Valley Restoration (KVRC)

The Kawuneeche Valley Restoration Collaborative brings together agencies and organizations focused on restoration of the Kawuneeche Valley.

Learn About Rocky's Nature & Science
Explore Rocky's Nature & Science

Learn about wildlife, plants, natural features & ecosystems, and more!

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Long-Range Visitor Day Use Access

Learn about Rocky's Long-Range Visitor Day Use Access Plan

Concrete is being pored and smoothed for a new walkway
Moraine Park & Headquarters Utilities

Moraine Park Campground & Headquarters Utility Project is underway! Click here to learn more!

Last updated: May 23, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1000 US Hwy 36
Estes Park, CO 80517

Phone:

970 586-1206
The Information Office is open year-round: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily in summer; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mondays - Fridays and 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Saturdays - Sundays in winter. Recorded Trail Ridge Road status: (970) 586-1222.

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