Estes/RMNP Guidebook
Sightseeing/Things to Do
Just outside the gates of Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park has so much to offer for everyone. Restaurants, sweet treats, adventure parks, wildlife, museums, breweries, etc. Visit Downtown on Elkhorn Ave to stroll the main drag. Other areas with business include Moraine Ave (Main Entrance to RNNP), St Vrain Ave and the area near the Stanley Hotel.
586 personas locales recomiendan
Estes Park
Just outside the gates of Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park has so much to offer for everyone. Restaurants, sweet treats, adventure parks, wildlife, museums, breweries, etc. Visit Downtown on Elkhorn Ave to stroll the main drag. Other areas with business include Moraine Ave (Main Entrance to RNNP), St Vrain Ave and the area near the Stanley Hotel.
One of the most beautiful (and busy) areas of RMNP. A base camp for many incredible trails for all hiking levels. Don't miss a visit to this spot in RMNP. From a super easy stroll around Bear Lake to many longer/more difficult hikes, this trail head will lead you to whatever hiking, fishing or wilderness adventure your group is looking for.
26 personas locales recomiendan
Entrada del sendero del Lago del Oso
Bear Lake RoadOne of the most beautiful (and busy) areas of RMNP. A base camp for many incredible trails for all hiking levels. Don't miss a visit to this spot in RMNP. From a super easy stroll around Bear Lake to many longer/more difficult hikes, this trail head will lead you to whatever hiking, fishing or wilderness adventure your group is looking for.
If you can only do one hike... do this one. It's a great hike in the Summer months and a beautiful snow shoe trail in the winter months. The view from Emerald Lake to Hallet Peak is one of the most iconic and famous shots in the park.
Get to the Bear Lake Trail Head EARLY! In the Winter you should be there by 8am. In the Summer 7am. If not, you will not find parking and will need to take a shuttle from lower lot.
If you are in RNMP in the Winter time? This is OUR favorite snow shoe trek to do when there is snow. You can rent snowshoes from a rental shop for under $10.
15 personas locales recomiendan
Emerald lake
If you can only do one hike... do this one. It's a great hike in the Summer months and a beautiful snow shoe trail in the winter months. The view from Emerald Lake to Hallet Peak is one of the most iconic and famous shots in the park.
Get to the Bear Lake Trail Head EARLY! In the Winter you should be there by 8am. In the Summer 7am. If not, you will not find parking and will need to take a shuttle from lower lot.
If you are in RNMP in the Winter time? This is OUR favorite snow shoe trek to do when there is snow. You can rent snowshoes from a rental shop for under $10.
Views, Views, Views....and an easier way up the mountain. Cafe at the top.
Only open in Summer/Fall months.
30 personas locales recomiendan
Estes Park Aerial Tramway Top Terminal
Views, Views, Views....and an easier way up the mountain. Cafe at the top.
Only open in Summer/Fall months.
http://www.openairadventurepark.com/
Axe throwing and a high above ground adventure.
elcome to Open Air Adventure Park, the only adventure of it's kind in Estes Park, Colorado. During your 90 minute adventure we provide 32 exciting elements at 10 and 21 feet above the ground. These elements include rope bridges to cross, aerial tightropes to navigate, swinging log steps to negotiate, and moving platforms to cross. Our park is for adventure seekers ready to try out life high above the ground.
14 personas locales recomiendan
Open Air Adventure Park
490 Prospect Village Drhttp://www.openairadventurepark.com/
Axe throwing and a high above ground adventure.
elcome to Open Air Adventure Park, the only adventure of it's kind in Estes Park, Colorado. During your 90 minute adventure we provide 32 exciting elements at 10 and 21 feet above the ground. These elements include rope bridges to cross, aerial tightropes to navigate, swinging log steps to negotiate, and moving platforms to cross. Our park is for adventure seekers ready to try out life high above the ground.
Summer/Fall Only - Make sure you take a drive to the top of the world! Trail Ridge Road takes you from the East side of RMNP to the West Side. The road to the top is paved and has the most incredible views. Often times there is snow at the Summit, even in the middle of the Summer. There is a visitors center at the Summit.
For an added adventure, you can drive on the old Fall River Rd (One way dirt road ) to the Summit and take Trail Ridge Road (Paged - 2 lane) . We often see Moose and Elk on this road. One time we saw a Mama Moose and her baby cow.
25 personas locales recomiendan
Trail Ridge Road Summit
Summer/Fall Only - Make sure you take a drive to the top of the world! Trail Ridge Road takes you from the East side of RMNP to the West Side. The road to the top is paved and has the most incredible views. Often times there is snow at the Summit, even in the middle of the Summer. There is a visitors center at the Summit.
For an added adventure, you can drive on the old Fall River Rd (One way dirt road ) to the Summit and take Trail Ridge Road (Paged - 2 lane) . We often see Moose and Elk on this road. One time we saw a Mama Moose and her baby cow.
Food scene
Call ahead to check restaurant hours and if they take reservations. Hours can vary greatly from Summer to Winter months. Estes is so busy in the Summer/Fall months that it's best to plan ahead and reserve a spot if you can.
Best pizza in town! You wont be disappointed! NY Style pizza. The meatballs are awesome!
28 personas locales recomiendan
Antonio's Real New York Pizza
1560 Big Thompson AveBest pizza in town! You wont be disappointed! NY Style pizza. The meatballs are awesome!
Great burgers and gyros. Everything is homemade. Super casual, diner-type food. Yummy lunch after a morning of exploring the area.
9 personas locales recomiendan
Boss Burgers and Gyros
861 Moraine AveGreat burgers and gyros. Everything is homemade. Super casual, diner-type food. Yummy lunch after a morning of exploring the area.
Delicious Mountain inspired food. Perfect for a night out. Dont forget to get a reservation during the busy season. Try the Green chili poutine appetizer and the bread pudding. So yummy!
67 personas locales recomiendan
Bird & Jim
915 Moraine AveDelicious Mountain inspired food. Perfect for a night out. Dont forget to get a reservation during the busy season. Try the Green chili poutine appetizer and the bread pudding. So yummy!
Dunraven Inn
1700 Colorado Peaks DriveDelicious Italian Food.
Mountain inspired mexican food. This is not your mammas mexican food joint. Try the fajitas and the queso is a MUST DO.
68 personas locales recomiendan
Ed's Cantina & Grill
390 E Elkhorn AveMountain inspired mexican food. This is not your mammas mexican food joint. Try the fajitas and the queso is a MUST DO.
Amazing BBQ! Great place for family lunch or dinner. Try the pulled pork potato skins! So yummy.
40 personas locales recomiendan
Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Tap House
820 Moraine AveAmazing BBQ! Great place for family lunch or dinner. Try the pulled pork potato skins! So yummy.
Great breakfast, lunch or dinner joint in downtown Estes. Try the cheesecake waffle for breakfast! Yummo!
19 personas locales recomiendan
Claire's On the Park
225 Park LnGreat breakfast, lunch or dinner joint in downtown Estes. Try the cheesecake waffle for breakfast! Yummo!
Great place for sandwiches. Huge portions. Perfect after a hike or snowshoe. Walking distance from the house. Good reviews on yelp.
14 personas locales recomiendan
Scratch Deli & Bakery
911 Moraine AveGreat place for sandwiches. Huge portions. Perfect after a hike or snowshoe. Walking distance from the house. Good reviews on yelp.
Try the garlic stuffed bacon wrapped dates dipped in aioli. You will likely want to order more!
68 personas locales recomiendan
The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern
1675 Colorado 66Try the garlic stuffed bacon wrapped dates dipped in aioli. You will likely want to order more!
Cinnamon's Bakery
920 W Elkhorn AveBest cinnamon rolls of your life!
You Need Pie Diner & Bakery
509 Big Thompson AveJust go!
Amazing homemade candy, fudge, ice cream and caramel apples. Try ANYTHING!!! Don’t miss these tasty treats.
9 personas locales recomiendan
Laura's Fine Candies
129 E Elkhorn AveAmazing homemade candy, fudge, ice cream and caramel apples. Try ANYTHING!!! Don’t miss these tasty treats.
Twin Owls Steakhouse
3110 South Saint Vrain AvenueGreat reviews on yelp!
Great reviews on Yelp! Mountain inspired cuisine. $$$.
10 personas locales recomiendan
SEASONED - An American Bistro
205 Park LnGreat reviews on Yelp! Mountain inspired cuisine. $$$.
Yummy traditional Mexican food. The chips and salsa are amazing.
8 personas locales recomiendan
La Cocina De Mama
361 S St Vrain AveYummy traditional Mexican food. The chips and salsa are amazing.
Inkwell & Brew
150 E Elkhorn AveGreat reviews. Coffee!!!
Try the breakfast burrito or the biscuits and gravy.
36 personas locales recomiendan
Notchtop Bakery & Cafe
459 E Wonderview AveTry the breakfast burrito or the biscuits and gravy.
Traditional american breakfast and Mexican breakfast.
68 personas locales recomiendan
The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern
1675 Colorado 66Traditional american breakfast and Mexican breakfast.
Grocery stores
2 miles from our home
Safeway
451 E Wonderview AveSmall grocery store that is less than 1/2 mile from our home.
28 personas locales recomiendan
The Country Market of Estes Park
900 Moraine AveSmall grocery store that is less than 1/2 mile from our home.
Shopping / Gearing Up
Rental show for snowshoes, cross country skis, Alpine skis (Back country skiing) and any other gear or outdoor activity clothing needs.
There's also an indoor climbing wall!
Mountain Gear
144 W Elkhorn AveRental show for snowshoes, cross country skis, Alpine skis (Back country skiing) and any other gear or outdoor activity clothing needs.
There's also an indoor climbing wall!
Great shop for all your fishing gear, information and guided tours.
14 personas locales recomiendan
Kirks Flyshop and Mountain Adventures
230 E Elkhorn AveGreat shop for all your fishing gear, information and guided tours.
Estes Park ATV Rentals
222 E Elkhorn AveATV Rentals and tours. So much fun!!!
Indoor Activities
Chipper's Estes Park Lanes
555 S St Vrain AveFeel like a family night indoors? Estes Park bowling alley
Hikes
Glacier Gorge is an incredibly beautiful area of RMNP. This trail head leads to many spectacular waterfalls and lakes. Our favorite is Sky Pond....which gives you an opportunity to climb/scramble up a waterfall to the lake in the sky! Views of Sharks Tooth ridge are amazing.
Other destinations from Glacier Gorge - Mills Lake, Loch Vale, Black Lake Alberta Falls (only 1 mile from TH).
Glacier Gorge Junction Trailhead
Bear Lake RoadGlacier Gorge is an incredibly beautiful area of RMNP. This trail head leads to many spectacular waterfalls and lakes. Our favorite is Sky Pond....which gives you an opportunity to climb/scramble up a waterfall to the lake in the sky! Views of Sharks Tooth ridge are amazing.
Other destinations from Glacier Gorge - Mills Lake, Loch Vale, Black Lake Alberta Falls (only 1 mile from TH).
There are soooooo many incredible hikes from this main trail head in the park.
Bear Lake Loop - .8 miles around the lake - Easy/Flat
Emerald Lake - 3.1 Miles features 4 lakes (Bear, Nymph, Dream and Emerald)
Fern Lake from Bear Lake TH
Hallet Peak
26 personas locales recomiendan
Entrada del sendero del Lago del Oso
Bear Lake RoadThere are soooooo many incredible hikes from this main trail head in the park.
Bear Lake Loop - .8 miles around the lake - Easy/Flat
Emerald Lake - 3.1 Miles features 4 lakes (Bear, Nymph, Dream and Emerald)
Fern Lake from Bear Lake TH
Hallet Peak
Breweries/Wineries/Distilleries
Great local brewery (no food service, but usually a food truck on site).
27 personas locales recomiendan
Lumpy Ridge Brewing
531 S St Vrain AveGreat local brewery (no food service, but usually a food truck on site).
Rock Cut Brewing Company
390 W Riverside DrGreat local brewery (no food). Game nights
Snowy Peaks Winery
292 Moraine AveClose to the river walk. Colorado wines.
Vino Giú
207 Park LnWinery, Chocolatier, Charcuterie
Avant Garde Aleworks
920 Dunraven StGreat local brewery (no food service).