Alert: Temporary Trail Closure Impacting Access to Dream Lake & Emerald Lake

National Park

Rocky Mountain

Two Junior Rangers are looking out at Bear Lake
Bear Lake NPS Photo

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

    1-Day Motorcycle Entrance Pass. This pass is valid for one private motorcycle to enter RMNP for one day only. One pass is good for one motorcycle (including all riders). 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

    7-Day Motorcycle Entrance Pass. This park entrance pass is valid for one motorcycle to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days (including all riders). 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.


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Things To Do

Category

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    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.

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    View of Alberta Falls with green-leaved aspen trees lining the trail

    Hike to Alberta Falls

    Free

    Description

    Glacier Creek thunders down this spectacular waterfall.

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    A small SUV is driving on a narrow, dirt road on with switchbacks and view of mountain peaks.

    Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Old Fall River Road

    Free

    Description

    Built between 1913 and 1920, a drive up Old Fall River Road is an incredible 9.4-mile scenic drive. This unpaved road begins next to Endovalley Picnic Area and ends at the summit of Fall River Pass and in the parking area for Alpine Visitor Center. At Alpine Visitor Center, use Trail Ridge Road to return to the east side of RMNP.

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    Pet Friendly
    A person is hiking on the Cub Lake Trail on a sunny day

    Hike to Cub Lake

    Free

    Description

    The Cub Lake Trail offers scenic views of Moraine Park and nearby mountains. It is a great trail for viewing wildlife.

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    Time:3-5 Hours
    View of mountains off to the distance with a steep drop off beyond a rock-lined wall to the right

    Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Trail Ridge Road

    Free

    Description

    Enjoy scenic views and wildlife viewing opportunities while driving on Trail Ridge Road. This is a 48 mile scenic drive that connects the communities of Estes Park and Grand Lake. Cresting at an elevation of 12,183 feet above sea level, Trail Ridge Road is the highest continuous paved road in the United States.

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    Pet FriendlyTime:2-2 Hours
    View of the Alpine Ridge Trail looking down at the Alpine Visitor Center and Parking Area

    Hike the Alpine Ridge Trail

    Free

    Description

    The Alpine Ridge Trail is currently closed due to significant snow and ice on the trail.

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More Images

Two Junior Rangers are looking out at Bear Lake
Two Junior Rangers are looking out at Bear Lake
A man is hiking on the Green Mountain Trail
A man is hiking on the Green Mountain Trail
A bull elk is in a meadow next to two cow elk
A bull elk is in a meadow next to two cow elk
Trail Ridge Road, a two-lane paved road, in summer at Rock Cut
Trail Ridge Road, a two-lane paved road, in summer at Rock Cut
Explore historic wood cabins at the Holzwarth Historic Site
Explore historic wood cabins at the Holzwarth Historic Site
A pika is standing next to a small rock. It has yellow and green leaves in its mouth
A pika is standing next to a small rock. It has yellow and green leaves in its mouth
A park ranger is standing outside of the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, leading a program
A park ranger is standing outside of the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, leading a program