Rocky Mountain National Park Visitor's Guide

Cross-country skiing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Trail Ridge Snow Cornices



Scenic summer hiking trails in the Park are favorite cross-country ski routes in the winter.

Trails on the east side of the Continental Divide

Thunder Lake
Great base area for exploring stunning scenery
Sprague Lake
Abner Sprague homesteaded in this area more than a century ago and created a trout pond by damming a stream. Sprague also undoubtedly appreciated the breathtaking views of the Continental Divide, which are best seen from this half-mile-long trail at the far end of the lake..An accessible backcountry camping site... [more]
Bear Lake Loop
An easy walk around a high-mountain lake with peak views. Tucked into the spruce/fir forest at the base of Hallett Peak and Flattop Mountain, this 0.6-mile loop is one of Rocky's most famous trails .Unlike other trails listed as accessible by the Park, Bear Lake is not... [more]
Onahu Creek Loop
A quiet loop highlighted by Big Meadows.
Emerald Lake
Most popular destination in Bear Lake area. Start early!
Dream Lake
Fern Lake
A gorgeous lake with views of the Continental Divide. It is a heavily used area
Loch Vale
Nymph Lake
Alberta Falls
Delightful! See for yourself - Here's a video.
Ouzel Falls

Trails on the west side of the Continental Divide

Tonahutu Creek Trail
North Inlet Falls
Timber Lake
Big Meadows

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