What To Do

Rocky offers activities for every taste and interest. You can enjoy this great park whether you're a seasoned mountain climber or are just looking for a Sunday drive.

Here are just a few ways to experience Rocky. You'll find more ideas in the related resources at the bottom of each page.

In Town

by Bob Koropp

Estes Park and Grand Lake are the main entrances into the Park. Check out the museums, galleries, shops, and events in our neighboring communities.

• Tasty Eats and Treats
• Shopping
• Amusements for Kids
• Take a Class
• Daytime Activities
• Evening Entertainment
• Listen to the Music
• Tour a Museum or Exhibit
• Go to the Theater
• Play Golf
• Relax at a Spa
• Attend a Rodeo or Horse Show
• Go Swimming
• Go Boating
• Watch Wildlife
• Take in a Festival

by Jesse Speer

On the Trail

Rocky is a global magnet for hikers, backpackers, and climbers. Walking through the park will bring you face to face with the wonder of this area's natural beauty.

• Go for a Hike
• Ride Horseback
• Climb a Mountain
• Take a Stroll
• Pack a Picnic
• Go Birding
• Watch Wildlife

by Michael Hodges

In the Field

• Go Birding
• Pack a Picnic
• Take a Stroll
• Hunt in the Forest
• Watch Wildlife
• Take a class with an expert

On the Road

by Jesse Speer

Driving around Rocky is the most popular way to experience this vast national park. You can also get off the roads in two and four wheeled vehicles for a more exciting - if dusty - experience.

• Take a Scenic Drive
• Go 4-Wheeling, SUVs
• Go Mountain Biking
• Transportation
• Watch Wildlife
• Sightseeing, History, Adventure Tours

In the Water

by Jesse Speer

The rivers and lakes in and around Rocky draw adventurers, anglers, and the overheated to experience their cool waters.

• Fishing
• Rafting
• Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking, Water Skiing, Sailboarding
• Swimming

On the Snow and Ice

by Michael Hodges

• Snowshoe
• Snowmobile
• Ski Downhill
• Ski Cross Country
• Sled, Tube
• Ice Skate
• Winter Hikes

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Devil's Thumb Outfitters 3530 County Rd 83 Tabernash, CO (map) 970-726-1099 Add to my notebook Add comments

A Wanderlust Adventure (970) 484-1219 (email) Add to my notebook www.awanderlustadventure.com Add comments

American Wilderness Tours (970) 586-4402 Add to my notebook Add comments

Colorado River Rentals 12191 Hwy 34 Grand Lake, CO 80447 (map) (303) 910 0068 (805) 688 1813 Add to my notebook Add comments

Trout Haven Pond 800 Moraine Avenue Estes Park, CO 80517 (map) (970)-586-5525 Add to my notebook Add comments

Colorado Mountain School (970) 586-5758 Add to my notebook www.cmschool.com Add comments

Devil's Thumb Fly Fishing & Nordic Center 3530 County Rd 83 Tabernash, CO (map) 970-726-8231 Add to my notebook Add comments

Cowpoke Corner Corral 2166 Colo Hwy 66 Estes Park, CO 80517 (map) (970) 586-9272 Add to my notebook Add comments

Kirks Flyshop 230 E Elkhorn Ave Estes Park, CO 80517 (map) (970) 577-0790 (877) 669-1859 (email) Add to my notebook Kirks Fly Shop & Mountain Adventures is a full pro-line fly shop and outdoor adventure company, offering guided fly fishing, day hikes, backpacking, horseback/fly fishing, llama pack trips, winter snowshoeing trips. We are Family Owned and Operated, and committed to serving your outdoor adventure needs. We offer year-round guided trips throughout scenic Rocky Mountain National Park, with friendly, knowledgeable guides. www.kirksflyshop.com Add comments

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