Trail Ridge Road Tours                           Astronomy Programs

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

Park-wide Ranger-led Programs

Summer 2009
June 14-September 7 (Labor Day)

Spring 2009
March 29-June 13

Winter 2008/2009
October 26-March 28

Fall 2008
September 2-October 25

Special Programs

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

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

NPS Photo

Tuesdays & Wednesdays June 30-August 26

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 $22. Youths 16 and under $11. 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.

Friday, June 12 & 26 at 9 p.m.

Friday, July 10 & 24 at 8:45 p.m.

Friday, August 14 & 28 at 8:30 p.m.

Meet the ranger at Upper Beaver Meadows Trailhead parking area. Dress warmly and bring a blanket or lawn chair and flashlight.