Entrance Fee
$30.00
/ Entrance - Private Vehicle
Park Hours (Today)
All Day
Information Office: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
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About the Park
Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.
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What to See & Do
Hidden Valley is a Place for Junior Rangers
Junior Ranger Headquarters at Hidden Valley is closed for the winter season. Open from late May to mid-August, Junior Ranger Headquarters at Hidden Valley is a great place for Junior Rangers of all ages and their families to explore the wonders of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Old Fall River Road
Built between 1913 and 1920, a drive up Old Fall River Road is an incredible 9.4-mile scenic drive. This unpaved road begins next to Endovalley Picnic Area and ends at the summit of Fall River Pass and in the parking area for Alpine Visitor Center. At Alpine Visitor Center, use Trail Ridge Road to return to the east side of RMNP.
Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Trail Ridge Road
Enjoy a scenic drive across Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park. Trail Ridge Road is 48-miles one-way and connects the towns of Grand Lake and Estes Park during the summer season.
Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park
Snowshoeing
Fishing in RMNP
Fishing
Wildlife Viewing in Rocky Mountain National Park
Wildlife Viewing Tips
Self-Guided Tours
Holzwarth Historic Site Tour
Explore the Holzwarth Historic Site, the spot where the Never Summer Ranch, Holzwarth Trout Lodge, and homestead was operated from the 1910s to 1970s. The grounds are open 24 hrs. Historic cabins are open 9:30-2:30. Located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, follow Trail Ridge Road 8 miles (12.8 km) east of Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Parking and vault toilets are available. Take a short hike to reach the Holzwarth Historic Site. There are 11 self-guided stops to explore along this tour.
Visitor Centers
Information Office
Have questions about Rocky Mountain National Park? Call the Information Office! NPS staff and volunteers are available to help your plan your trips, learn about the park, and more! Call us at 970-586-1206 or email us at romo_information@nps.gov.
Fall River Visitor Center
The Fall River Visitor Center is located west of the town of Estes Park on U.S. Highway 34, just before the Fall River Entrance to RMNP. Find park information, learn about programs, and more. Explore Rocky Mountain Conservancy's Nature Store.
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is open year-round. This visitor center is located on the east side of RMNP near the town of Estes Park, along U.S. Highway 36 approximately 1 mile east of the Beaver Meadows Entrance to RMNP. Inside the visitor center, meet with park staff, enjoy the park's movie, and visit the Rocky Mountain Conservancy Nature Store.
Kawuneeche Visitor Center
Open daily, the Kawuneeche Visitor Center is located along U.S. Highway 34 on the west side of RMNP, north of the town of Grand Lake.
Wilderness Office
Have questions about planning for an overnight backpacking camping trip? Ready to pick up your backpacking permits? Visit the park's Wilderness Office or call 970-586-1242. To get to the Wilderness Office, park your vehicle at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center and follow the signs and paved path to the Wilderness Office.
Alpine Visitor Center
Alpine Visitor Center is closed for the season. The visitor center will reopen in summer 2027. Located at the top of Fall River Pass and accessed via Trail Ridge Road, Alpine Visitor Center is the highest elevation visitor center in the National Park System at 11,796 feet above sea level. Stop by and learn more about plants and wildlife that live in the land above trees - the Alpine tundra.
Holzwarth Historic Site
Explore the Holzwarth Historic Site, where the Never Summer Ranch and the Holzwarth Trout Lodge was operated by the Holzwarth family through multiple generations from the 1910s to 1970s. Located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park eight miles east of (12.8 km) the Kawuneeche Visitor Center. The grounds of the Holzwarth Historic Site are open year-round, 24 hours a day. Beginning on May 23, buildings will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., conditions permitting.
Moraine Park Discovery Center
The Nature Store in the Moraine Park Discovery Center is open daily. This store is managed by Rocky Mountain Conservancy. Ranger-led activities have ended at Moraine Park Discovery Center for the season. We look forward to seeing you again next summer!
Sheep Lakes Information Station
Sheep Lakes, located in Horseshoe Park, is a great place to view wildlife. This parking area and viewpoint are open year-round daily 24 hours a day. The Sheep Lakes Information Station is open daily from mid-May to mid-August from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Junior Ranger Headquarters at Hidden Valley
Junior Ranger Headquarters has closed for the season. We invite you to get out and explore the Hidden Valley area on your own with your family. Hidden Valley is located on Trail Ridge Road approximately 7 miles from the Beaver Meadows or Fall River Entrances.
Where to Stay
Aspenglen Campground
Aspenglen Campground is open for the summer! Campsites are available for tents and RVs. Campsites are available by reservation only. To make a reservation, visit www.recreation.gov online, use the Recreation.gov Mobile App or call 1-877-444-6777 and search for Rocky Mountain National Park - Aspenglen Campground.
Glacier Basin Campground
Glacier Basin Campground is closed for the 2026 season. If planning to camp in RMNP, please see Aspenglen, Timber Creek or Moraine Park Campgrounds.
Timber Creek Campground
Timber Creek Campground is open for the summer! Campsites are available for tents and RVs. Campsites are available by reservation only. To make a reservation, visit www.recreation.gov online, use the Recreation.gov Mobile App or call 1-877-444-6777 and search for Rocky Mountain National Park - Timber Creek Campground.
Moraine Park Campground
Moraine Park Campground is open for summer camping. Campsites are available for tents and RVs. Campsites are available by reservation only. To make a reservation, visit www.recreation.gov online, use the Recreation.gov Mobile App or call 1-877-444-6777 and search for Rocky Mountain National Park - Moraine Park Campground. Summer camping in Moraine Park Campground will end at noon on Monday, October 19, 2026. The campground will re-open for winter camping beginning at 1 pm on October 19.
Longs Peak Campground
Longs Peak Campground is closed for the 2026 season. If planning to camp inside RMNP, please check availability at Aspenglen, Timber Creek, or Moraine Park Campgrounds.
Getting Here & Transit
How to Get Here
Rocky Mountain National Park is located in northern Colorado. To visit the east side (near Estes Park, CO), follow U.S. I-25 to U.S. Hwy 34 or 36 west to Estes Park. To visit the west side of the park, follow I-70 to U.S Hwy 40 towards Granby, take US Hwy 34 east to Grand Lake, CO.
Park Amenities
Permits & Reservations
Permits may be required
Some activities in Rocky Mountain National Park — including backcountry camping, certain trails, and climbing routes — require advance permits. Check the official NPS website for current requirements before your visit.
Entrance Fees & Passes
Standard Fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$30.001-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass. This pass is valid for one private vehicle to enter RMNP for one day only. All passengers inside the vehicle are covered. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$35.007-Day Vehicle Entrance Pass. This vehicle entrance pass is valid for one vehicle to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days. All passengers inside the vehicle are covered. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Entrance - Per Person
$15.001-Day Per Person Entrance Pass. This park entrance fee is for individuals, walk-ins, bicycles, and non-commercial groups to enter RMNP for 1-day only. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$25.00Valid for 1 day. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$30.00Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Entrance - Per Person
$20.007-Day Per Person Entrance Pass. This park entrance fee is for individuals, walk-ins, bicycles, and non-commercial groups to enter RMNP for 7 consecutive days. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Nonresident
$100.00Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Rocky Mountain National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.
Annual & Lifetime Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$70.00RMNP Park-specific Annual Pass. This park pass is valid for entry to RMNP only for 1 year. One pass is good for one passholder and may be used in any personal vehicle. Park entrance passes may be purchased in person at the any of the park's entrance stations or in advance online at www.recreation.gov.
Operating Hours
Rocky Mountain National Park
While certain roads and facilities may be closed for the winter season, Rocky Mountain National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Live Webcams
Click any camera to open the live feed on the NPS website.
Alpine Visitor Center
Alpine Visitor Center, located at the top of Fall River Pass, is at an elevation of 11,796 feet above sea level. This is the highest elevation visitor center in the national park system. This webcam shows views of alpine tundra along with Mount Chapin, Fall River Canyon and Old Fall River Road.
Kawuneeche Valley
Located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Kawuneeche Valley is home to a variety of flora and fauna. This webcam shows views of Harbison Meadow, located 0.5-miles north of the Grand Lake Entrance. Enjoy views of the Never Summer Mountains in the distance.
Longs Peak
Longs Peak towers over all other peaks in Rocky Mountain National Park at an elevation of 14,259 feet above sea level. It is a challenging mountain to climb under the best conditions. This webcam shows views of Longs Peak as seen from the Tahosa Valley.
Fall River Entrance/U.S. Hwy 34
Fall River Entrance is located just west of the Town of Estes Park on U.S. Highway 34. This view is looking east from the entrance station, depicting the flow of vehicles entering the park.
Beaver Meadows Entrance/U.S. Hwy 36
Beaver Meadows Entrance is located just west of the Town of Estes Park on U.S. Highway 36. This view is looking east from the entrance station, depicting the flow of vehicles entering the park.
Grand Lake Entrance/ U.S. Hwy 34
Grand Lake Entrance is located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park on U.S. Highway 34/Trail Ridge Road just north of the Town of Grand Lake. This view is looking south from the entrance station, depicting the flow of vehicles entering the park.
Continental Divide
The Continental Divide Webcam offers a spectacular view of a meadow near Glacier Basin Campground and stunning mountain peaks in the distance. On a clear day, enjoy views of Thatchtop, Taylor Peak, Otis Peak, and Hallett Peak.
Photos
A man is standing on a bridge and looking up at a waterfall
A pika has harvested a tundra thistle
Snow dusts the surface of Longs Peak and Mount Meeker
a bull elk is standing next to two cow elk in a meadow. Aspen have yellow and green leaves
When to Go
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