Ranger-Led Programs

Mills Lake snow in late-May
Mills Lake in early winter

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Ranger-Led Walks, Talks, & Activities

Explore the natural and cultural wonders of the Rocky Mountains during a ranger-led walk, talk or activity. All ranger-guided experinces are free, great for visitors of all ages, and open to the public.


Ranger programs (topics, descriptions, times, and locations) are posted at visitor centers throughout the park. Programs may be canceled last minute due to unforeseen circumstances like inclement weather. We advise that you check at one of the park's visitor centers to check on the status of a program.

East Side (Estes Park) Programs

Program Name Program Description Location Days of Week Time of Program Length Season Dates
See Winter Programs - East Side RMNP Beginning late January 2026

West Side (Grand Lake) Programs

Program Name Program Description Location Days of the Week Time of Program Length Season Dates
See Winter Programs - West Side RMNP Beginning mid-January 2026

Alpine Visitor Center Area Programs

Program Name Program Description Location Days of the Week Time of Program Length Season Dates
No Programs until Summer 2026 TBD


Hidden Valley and Moraine Park Discovery Center

Program Name Program Description Location Days of the Week Time of Program Length Season Dates
No Programs until Summer 2026 TBD

Upcoming Special Events:

You are invited to join Rocky Mountain National Park's annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 18, 2026!


Mark your calendar and join us on the east side of RMNP at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Explore a variety of informational booths and enjoy fun, interactive activities great for the whole family!

Activities will include:
  • Visit fun booths and learn about plants, fire, and more!
  • Decorate a tree cookie
  • Learn about the 10 essentials and hiking safety
  • Find Us On a Map and Practice Your Route Finding Skills
  • Enjoy RMNP-inspired crafts
  • Enjoy booths shared by some of the park's partners, including Rocky Mountain Conservancy, Estes Valley Watershed Coalition, Northern Colorado Fireshed Collaborative, and the St Vrain Forest Health Partnership

 

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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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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