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Planning Your Winter Trip to Rocky
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Planning Your Winter Trip to Rocky
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For many, winter is their favorite time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park. From late October till late May, blankets of snow gently cover the park's montane meadows and mountain peaks. It's a quieter time of year. Yet the park is alive with activity. This is the time of year when people come to enjoy snowshoeing, winter hiking, bird watching, ice fishing, cross-country skiing and more! When prepared for the cold weather and conditions, it's easy to enjoy solitude and the natural sounds of the park while out on a winter wilderness adventure. With elevations in the park ranging from 7,800 feet to over 14,000 feet above sea level, winter conditions can greatly vary in the Rocky Mountains. Be prepared for snowpacked trails, cold temperatues, and winter fun! Remember to pack warm layers of clothing, traction devices and depending how how deep the snow is, bring a set of snowshoes. Before setting out on any winter wilderness adventure, make sure you and all members of your group are avalanche aware and comfortable with winter routefinding skills. Have questions? Stop by one of the park's visitor centers to speak with a park ranger. Learn about the latest trail and road conditions before setting out into the park.
RMNP Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road
~2 min drive
<p>Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations provide reservation holders access to RMNP's popular Bear Lake Road Corridor, located on the east side of the park near Beaver Meadows Entrance. These reservations will also provide access to all other areas of Rocky Mountain Nation…
Moraine Park
~3 min drive
<p>Get awe-inspiring views of the Rocky Mountains!</p> <p>Moraine Park is located and accessed off of Bear Lake Road. Here, you can find trailheads for both Cub Lake and Fern Lake.</p> <p>A relic of geologic history, Moraine Park was carved by ancient glaciers that flowed thro…
Lily Mountain
~7 min drive
4.0 mi · Moderate
Fern Lake Trail
~10 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Longs Peak
~11 min drive
Standard route to Longs Peak (14,255 ft) from Longs Peak Trailhead (Keyhole Route).
Stories of the Moon & Stars at Moraine Park Discovery Center
~2 min drive
<h3>Stories of the Moon & Stars</h3> <p>The moon and stars have inspired humans and their stories for thousands of years. Join us on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park at the Moraine Park Discover Center Parking Area for an evening under the stars. This program begi…
Hollowell Park
~5 min drive
<p>A relaxing destination with many picnic tables and excellent views of Mill Creek Basin below Longs Peak.</p> <p>Enjoy a short easy trail that leaves from the parking lot. Pit toilets available but no trash cans. Pack out what you bring in.</p> <p><strong>Tables: </strong>10…
Twin Sisters Peaks
~9 min drive
3.3 mi · Moderate
Longs Peak Trail
~11 min drive
14 mi · Hard
Tuxedo Park Picnic Area
~3 min drive
<p>Picnic by the river!</p> <p>Descend from the parking area to reach a quiet picnic area next to a shady stream. Feel free to sit and relax, have a good meal, or go fishing with the correct permits and knowledge of regulations. A short trail can be accessed from this location…
