Rocky Mountain

Located off the road to Endovalley, the Alluvial Fan is a beautiful cascade of water flowing down through a boulder field.

Bear Lake Road ends 9.2 miles from the junction with Trail Ridge Road at the Parking Area for Bear Lake. From the parking area, take a short walk on a marked path to reach Bear Lake itself. Bear Lake offers spectacular scenic views of Bear Lake, Hallett Peak and the surrounding mountain peaks.

At Beaver Ponds on Trail Ridge Road visitors can see, hear, and feel one of Rocky Mountain National Park’s wetland environments.

The Bowen-Baker Trailhead provides easy access to the meadow in the Kawuneeche Valley.

The Colorado River Trail Head is the access point for many trails in the northwest corner of Rocky Mountain National Park.

At 10,013 feet, Deer Mountain is encompassed in a forest of sweet-smelling ponderosa pines.

Transit from Estes Park Visitor Center, located in Estes Park, Colorado to Rocky Mountain National Park

The Bear Lake Road Corridor is a gateway to incredible scenic views, a variety of hiking trails great for all ages, spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities and camping. There is a reason the Bear Lake Road Corridor is one of the most visited areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. Bear Lake Road is a paved road that is 9.2-miles. It climbs in elevation from 8,200 ft (2,500 m) at the junction with Trail Ridge Road to 9,475 ft (2888 m) at the Bear Lake Parking & Trailhead.

Enjoy sweeping views of the Kawnueeche Valley and the Never Summer Range from this spectacular overlook.

At 11,716 feet, Forest Canyon Overlook offers a splendid panorama. Take a five minute walk down the paved asphalt trail to see Forest Canyon and its tributary canyons, Hayden Gorge and Gorge Lakes.

Lava Cliffs features a rare section of volcanic rock in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Get panoramic views of Rocky Mountain National Park! Along the Trail Ridge Road, use this pull out to see a scenic vista of ‘many parks’, meaning low-land meadows.

Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system. There are two different reservation options available to choose from: Park Access or Park Access+. Park Access Timed Entry Permits are great for visitors planning to drive over Trail Ridge Road, explore the Kawuneeche Valley, hike at Wild Basin or visit any area of the park located outside of the Bear Lake Road Corridor. Bear Lake Road is excluded.

Rocky Mountain National Park will implement another pilot temporary timed entry permit reservation system. There are two different reservation options available to choose from: Park Access or Park Access+. Park Access+ Timed Entry Permits are great for visitors interested in visiting Bear Lake, Sprague Lake, Moraine Park, or hiking on trails beginning at Glacier Gorge or other destinations located along Bear Lake Road, as well as providing access to other areas of RMNP.

The Hiker Shuttle provides summer seasonal service to passengers departing from the Estes Park Visitor Center, located in the Town of Estes Park, to Rocky Mountain National Park's Park & Ride Transit Hub, located on Bear Lake Road, and back.  7-Day Service for the 2023 Summer Season is available May 26 through September 4.  Saturday & Sunday Only Service begins September 9 through October 22.

This place describes the Frequently Asked Questions regarding Rocky's Timed Entry Permit Reservation System.

Along Trail Ridge Road, stop at the Rainbow Curve viewing area to appreciate a varied and spectacular view.

At 12,110 feet, this stop along Trail Ridge Road is on the “Roof of the Rockies.”

A few miles from the Fall River Entrance, Sheep Lakes offers a dramatic view of Horseshoe Park.

At 11,796 feet, the Alpine Visitor Center is the highest visitor center in the National Park Service! Extreme weather can change the status of Trail Ridge Road at any time—be ready to adjust your travel plans if needed.