Rocky Mountain National Park
CO
About Rocky Mountain National 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.
Weather
Weather can change quickly in Rocky Mountain National Park due to the mountains and elevation. Elevation in the park ranges from 7,800 feet above sea level to over 14,000 feet at the top of the tallest mountain peaks. Weather conditions can change quickly throughout the day.
For detailed weather information, visit https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/all-about-weather.
htm For the most up-to-date weather forecasts, visit the National Weather Service webpage for Rocky at https://www.weather.
Getting There
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.
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