"Rocky Mountain High!" Rocky Mountain National Park by painterdave

Rocky Mountain National Park Travel Guide: 267 reviews and 630 photos

One of the many glacier carved peaks - Rocky Mountain National Park

Wilderness Preserved

Rocky Mountain Nataional Park has been set aside from developers for everyone to enjoy. When you visit the park you will see many types of animals wandering in the valleys, many different kinds of wildflowers, and the peaks that have been carved by ancient glaciers.
Hikers will find numerous trails of all abilities, the park rangers will have maps of all trails. There are many picnicing sites and also campers will find plenty of places for camping.
If you come to visit the park you must have at least two days, but it would be better to have three.
I recommend going up over the Trails Ridge Road so that you can enjoy the view from 12,000 feet above sea level.
Please view my "things to do" pages, and they will show you the wildlife and give you an idea of this great outdoor preserve.

View From The Top

This photo is from the road that is called the Trail Ridge Road. 12,000 feet above sea level where the trees cannot grow, you may experience a little light headedness due to lack of oxygen. People with heart trouble should probably not consider this road. There is plenty to see down in the valley at 8500/9,000 feet.
This shot was taken on June 3 and there was still snow as you can see. View my things to do page to see the view down into the valley.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Glad it was preserved
Cons:The town of Estes Park is a tourist trap
In a nutshell:One of many beautiful scenes in Colorado

Last visit to Rocky Mountain National Park: Jun 2007
Intro Updated Jun 9, 2007
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Reviews (9)

Estes Lake (southside, looking west) - Rocky Mountain National Park

Fishing for trout Things to Do (7)

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June--snowing up high, rain in the valley - Rocky Mountain National Park

Cold or Hot? What to Pack (1)

If you come to this park you won't need much luggage because you won't need to dress up. Restaurants are all... more travel advice

Activities for Children Things to Do (7)

The town of Estes Park has a small "kiddie land" which has bumper cars, water bumpers, electronic games, miniature golf,... more travel advice

front of cabin - Rocky Mountain National Park

Modest rustic cabins Hotels (1)

We stayed for 6 days. It is along the river. The guy in the next cabin caught two fish. The owners are pleasant and... more travel advice

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JessH May 24, 2009 at 3:45 AM

Hi Dave. What a lovely page with some great photos and info! Thanks for sharing :-) For my "fix" of nature and wildlife I'm heading back to the Scottish Highlands this summer! Greetings from Dubai / Jess
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florry Dec 5, 2007 at 3:23 AM

wow ..amazing photos..:)
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KiKitC Jul 16, 2007 at 3:41 AM

Thank you for the great tips. Planning a Colorado trip for next month. Staying in Montrose...then not sure from there...
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blue_sky04 Jun 29, 2007 at 6:22 PM

Nice page! Your photos are great and I enjoy reading your tips. Thanks for sharing.
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Martinewezel Jun 28, 2007 at 1:34 AM

Stupid question perhaps, but why can't you leave food in the car? Can bears ruin your car when they smell there is food in it?
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HotRodEtte Jun 12, 2007 at 1:51 PM

Wow! Either you had a good zoom on your camera or they really trusted you to get that close up! I can't believe they didn't run away!!
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atufft Jun 9, 2007 at 9:45 PM

Nice writing and images for Rocky Mountain National Park. I've never been there but with wildlife like that I sure will consider a trip.