• Hikers on Granite Pass in Rocky Mountain National Park/NPS photo by John Marino

    Rocky Mountain

    National Park Colorado

  • Bear Lake Road Reconstruction Project

    Major construction work on Bear Lake Road in 2012 & 2013 includes mandatory use of park shuttles May 29-Oct 9 between 9 am–4 pm, delays, and some night closures. More »

Plan Your Visit

No matter what the season, a visit to Rocky Mountain National Park will be enhanced by planning. Here are a few tips:
  • Most of Rocky Mountain National Park's visitors arrive during the summer months. Camping reservations inside the park and lodging reservations in resort communities. 
  • Elevation is an integral part of the park experience. As the park is all above 7,500 feet, take time to acclimate before undertaking strenuous activities. Even driving at high elevation can affect sensitive individuals. Altitude sickness symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, rapid heartbeat and insomnia. If symptoms persist, depart for lower elevation.
  • A variety of books, maps, and other materials are available for sale through the Rocky Mountain Nature Association bookstore. The store offers something for everyone, from the youngest to the most experienced visitor.
  • Upon arrival, stop by one of the park visitor centers for up-to-the-minute information on everything from road conditions to hiking trails, camping, and ranger-led programs.

 

  • Which park roads are open? Which park roads are open?

    Road condtions and closures are updated regularly. Read More »

  • What's the Evening Program at the Campground? What's the Evening Program at the Campground?

    Park Rangers lead programs and hikes on a variety of subjects throughout the park. Read More »

  • Rocky Twitters Rocky Twitters

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  • Take the free shuttle! Take the free shuttle!

    See a route map and schedules Read More »

Did You Know?

a photo of Elizabeth Burnell, the nation's first female nature guide

Rocky Mountain National Park licensed the nation’s first female nature guides in 1917. Sisters Ester and Elizabeth Burnell learned the naturalist trade from advocate and author Enos Mills.