Waxflowers (Jamesia americana) were named after botanist Edwin James of the 1819/1820 Major Stephen Long expedition. In autumn, they provide a lovely red contrast to the blue-green of the spruce.
Photo courtesy of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Last updated: March 31, 2012
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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.
