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Rocky Mountain National Park

1000 Hwy. 36

Estes Park, CO 80517

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Overview

A living showcase of the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. Elevations ranging from 8,000 feet in the wet, grassy valleys to 14,259 feet at the weather-ravaged top of Longs Peak.

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Amenities

Difficulty Levels:

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Facility Amenities:

ADA-compliant, Amphitheater, Campsites, Concessions, Gift Shop, Handicapped Parking, Maps & Brochures Available, Naturalist on site, Parking on site, Picnic Area, Restaurant on site, Restrooms, Visitor Center on site

General Information:

Hours of Operation: Rocky Mountain National Park is open 24 hours a day year round.

On-site Activities:

Biking, Birding, Camping, Cross-country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking/Backpacking, Hiking/Nature Trails, Horseback Riding, Ice Climbing, Nature/Interpretive Trail, Rock Climbing/Rappelling, Scenic Drive, Scenic Overlook, Snowshoeing, Wildlife Viewing

On-site Lodging:

Group Camp, RV Sites, Tent Sites

Rate Information:

Cost of Admission: $25 per vehicle per day

Tour Information:

Guided Tours, Self-guided Tours

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