National Park

Rocky Mountain

Morning light in RMNP
Morning winter light in RMNP NPS Photo/D. Turk

Overview

Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.

State: CO9705861206

Hours

  • Sunday: All Day
  • Monday: All Day
  • Tuesday: All Day
  • Wednesday: All Day
  • Thursday: All Day
  • Friday: All Day
  • Saturday: All Day

Fees & Passes

  • Entrance - Private Vehicle:  30.00

    1-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass. This pass is valid for one private vehicle to enter RMNP for one day only. All passengers inside the vehicle are covered. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Entrance - Private Vehicle:  35.00

    7-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass. This vehicle entrance pass is valid for one vehicle to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days. All passengers inside the vehicle are covered. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Entrance - Per Person:  15.00

    1-Day Per Person Entrance Pass. This park entrance fee is for individuals, walk-ins, bicycles, and non-commercial groups to enter RMNP for 1-day only. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Entrance - Motorcycle:  25.00

    Valid for 1 day. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Entrance - Motorcycle:  30.00

    Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Entrance - Per Person:  20.00

    7-Day Per Person Entrance Pass. This park entrance fee is for individuals, walk-ins, bicycles, and non-commercial groups to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.


  • Nonresident:  100.00

    Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Rocky Mountain National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.


Map

Things To Do

Category

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    Two people are snowshoeing

    Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park

    Free

    Description

    Snowshoeing

    More info
    Mule deer with patches of snow

    Wildlife Viewing in RMNP

    $

    Description

    Wildlife Viewing Tips

    More info

    Fees

    Park entrance fees are required 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. 

    Pet Friendly
    Two park visitors are trying ice fishing

    Fishing in RMNP

    Free

    Description

    Fishing

    More info
    A person is hiking on a snow-covered trail with traction devices

    Hiking with Traction Devices

    Free

    Description

    Enjoy the winter wonderland that Rocky has to offer from late October to early June. When there is hard-packed snow and ice on the trails, don't forget to use traction devices!

    More info
    The lake is frozen with a layer of snow on top. Mountains in the distance are covered with snow

    Bierstadt Lake

    Free

    Description

    This lake is a hidden gem in the Bear Lake Corridor of the park! This lake sits atop a forested moraine, a ridge composed of material left behind thousands of years ago by receding glaciers.

    More info
    Time:3-5 Hours
    Two Junior Rangers are gazing out at Bear Lake

    Hike Around Bear Lake

    Free

    Description

    Bear Lake is seen in winter and spring. This lake and the surrounding trail is typically covered with snow from late October through late May. Be prepared for snow and ice on the trail. Traction devices and waterproof boots are advised.

    More info

More Images

Morning light in RMNP
Morning light in RMNP
Ptarmigan in winter coat
Ptarmigan in winter coat
Four park visitors are skiing across a meadow with a park ranger
Four park visitors are skiing across a meadow with a park ranger
Park visitors are drilling a hole in ice for ice fishing
Park visitors are drilling a hole in ice for ice fishing
Front entrance to Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Front entrance to Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
A park ranger is leading a program
A park ranger is leading a program
Two people are snowshoeing
Two people are snowshoeing
A mule deer buck with a little snow in a meadow in winter
A mule deer buck with a little snow in a meadow in winter