Explore Estes Park, Colorado

Estes Park is a popular summer resort town located at the eastern entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. It sits at an elevation of 7,522 feet on the front range of the Rocky Mountains along the Big Thompson River. The population was 5,413 in the year 2000.

Estes Park is known for its natural beauty. Enjoy the outdoors by hiking, biking, climbing, fishing, golfing, sightseeing, and wildlife viewing. Ride the aerial tram to the top of a small peak for a breathtaking view of the valley and downtown, visit the galleries, and enjoy unique shopping and dining choices. Take a drive on Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous highway in the United States that runs from Estes Park westward through Rocky Mountain National Park and reaches Grand Lake over the continental divide. Kids will enjoy playing miniature gold, sliding down a giant slide, or riding a go-cart.

There are more than 150 lodging establishments, with everything from cozy cabins and cottages, to elegant rooms and suites. The Denver International Airport is located 75 miles southeast of Estes Park.