Park Rangers give hundreds of programs throughout the summer months to visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Park-wide Ranger-led Programs

Summer 2008
June 15-September 1

Spring 2008
April 1-June 14

Special Programs

The 23 minute park movie, Spirit of the Mountains, is shown daily at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.

All programs are free and open to the public. For more information about Rocky Mountain National Park call 970-586-1206.

Astronomy Programs

Join a park ranger expert volunteer astronomers on Friday nights to observe the night sky in Rocky Mountain National Park. In many places the night sky is not as dark as it once was due to light pollution. National parks in more remote areas help preserve this special resource.

Dates:
June 13 & 27
July 4, 11 & 25
August 8 & 22

For times and locations look for posters at visitor centers, campgrounds and entrance stations or call the Rocky Mountain National Park Information Office at 970-586-1206. 

Trail Ridge Road Tours

Wednesdays in July & August 2008

Rocky Mountain Transit Management in conjunction with Rocky Mountain National Park will be offering a 5 hour interpretive tour of Trail Ridge Road. The tour will leave the Estes Park Visitors Center at 9:45 a.m. for the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. The tour will begin at 10:00 a.m. from the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. The tour will stop at the following locations:

• Many Parks Curve
• Rainbow Curve
• Lava Cliffs
• Alpine Visitor Center-Passengers will be allowed one hour for lunch
• Forest Canyon Overlook

Ample time will be allowed at all stops for photographs and viewing.

Rocky Mountain National Park personnel will be onboard to describe the history and geologic wonders of the highest continuously paved road in North America. They will also be available to answer any questions.

The cost for adults is $20. Youths 16 and under $10. Children not occupying a seat are free. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center Book Store. Cash or checks accepted only, no credit cards. For further information please call 970-577-7477.