Rocky Mountain

Ranger-Led Programs

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Ranger-Led Programs

Explore the history and nature of the Rocky Mountains on a ranger-led program. Walks, talks and other ranger-guided activities are free and open to the public.

Ranger programs (topics, descriptions, times, and locations) are posted at visitor centers throughout the park.

  • Programs may be canceled at the last minute, due to unforeseen circumstances like thunder, lightning, or staff availability. It is advised to stop at one of the park's visitor centers and check on the status of the day's programs.
  • Give yourself plenty of travel time to arrive.
 

Ranger-Led Program Schedule: East Side (Estes Park)

Program Title
Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
Talk: Elk Echoes (ends on 10/15/2023)

Discover the wonders of elk and their behavior during elk rut season.

Meet at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center. Program Duration is 20 mins.
2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m.
Family Discovery Hike (ends on 9/30/2023)

Stretch your legs as you discover the learn all about Rocky.

Meet at the Moraine Park Discovery Center. Program Duration is 30-45 mins.
10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m.
Family Talk: Discovering Rocky (ends on 9/30/2023)

Meet a park ranger and learn all about a variety of topics in a fun and engaging environment. This progam is great for Junior Rangers.

Meet at the Moraine Park Discovery Center. Program Duration is 30 mins.
2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m.
 

Ranger-Led Program Schedule: Alpine Visitor Center (Located on Trail Ridge Road)

Program Title Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
High Country Tales (ends on 10/7/2023)

Discover what makes the tundra an amazing place!

Meet at Alpine Visitor Center. Program Duration 20 mins
2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m.

 

Ranger-Led Program Schedule: West Side of RMNP (Grand Lake)

Program Title Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
Fire Ecology Walk (ends on 9/30/2023)

Discover how fire interacts with Rocky's landscapes and learn about the 2020 East Troublesome Fire.
*This is a moderate walk through a burned area.

Meet by the flagpole at Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Program Duration is 45 mins.
11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.
Talk: Critter Chat (ends 9/30/2023)

Explore what kinds of wildlife you may encounter in the Kawuneeche Valley.

Meet at Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Program Duration is 45 mins.
1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m.
 

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Last updated: September 11, 2023

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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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