Throughout Rocky Mountain National Park, the unforgettable sound of rushing mountain waters breaks the wilderness silence. Rugged mountains carve out a skyline that captures the American imagination and serves as both protector and gateway to the west. The high country gives way to both small streams and great rivers, notably the Colorado and the Big Thompson. Some of Colorado's most pristine forests are located within the park boundaries. Great stands of Ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, Aspen, and Spruce adorn the mountains. The forests are sprinkled with meadows that fill with dazzling wildflowers during the summer. Roaming these mountains is a staggering assortment of wildlife. The park ranks as one of America's premier wildlife watching destinations, featuring herds of majestic elk, sure-footed bighorn sheep, deer, hardy ptarmigan and many birds.
Located just West of the town of Estes Park, Colorado and about 70 miles North of Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park is open all year, however Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road traversing the high part of the park are closed in the Winters. Activities: Nature Walks, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Mountain & Rock Climbing, Horse Trails, Fishing, Snow Shoeing, Snowmobiling, Downhill Skiing, Snow Boarding and Cross Country Skiing.
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