Last updated: October 8, 2026
Thing to Do
Hidden Valley is a Place for Junior Rangers
NPS
Hidden Valley is a Place for Junior Rangers to Explore!
Junior Ranger Headquarters at Hidden Valley is closed for the winter season.
Open from late May to mid-August, Junior Ranger Headquarters at Hidden Valley is a great place for Junior Rangers of all ages and their families to explore the wonders of Rocky Mountain National Park.
From August to May, Hidden Valley is a great place for families and Junior Rangers to explore on their own. Enjoy a hike along the Hidden Valley Nature Trail. During the winter, enjoy the beauty and fun of snow at Hidden Valley.
Hidden Valley is located on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park along Trail Ridge Road, approximately 8 miles from the Fall River and Beaver Meadows entrances to the park.
Details
Activity
Junior Ranger Program
Pets Allowed
No
Pets are prohibited on all trails in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Activity Fee
Yes
Park entrance fees are required to enter all areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. Park entrance fees can be purchased in person at any of the park's entrance stations.
Location
Hidden Valley
Hidden Valley is on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park along Trail Ridge Road, approximately 8 miles from the Fall River and Beaver Meadows entrances to the park.
Reservations
Yes
From late May through mid October, timed entry reservations are required to enter RMNP during certain hours of the day. For details, visit Timed Entry Reservations
Season
Junior Ranger Headquarters is open during the summer season, from late May to mid-August. The Hidden Valley Nature Trail, picnic area, and restroom building are open year-round.
Accessibility Information
This area is wheelchair-accessible.