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Tundra Communities TrailheadTundra Communities is rated as a short, family-friendly trail but don’t think it’s an easy walk in the park. Near the top of Trail Ridge Road at Rock Cut, the trailhead sits at 12,110 feet in elevation. This tree-less land is tumbled with lichen-covered rock shards and a crust of low-growing greenery and wildflowers.
Alpine Visitor CenterAlpine Visitor Center is located in the Rocky Mountain National Park, sitting at an elevation of 11,796 feet, it is the highest visitor center in the US National Park system. The center offers stunning views of the Rockies and features exhibits on the park's wildlife, geology, and history. Visitors can also take ranger-led hikes and learn about the park's land management practices.
Rainbow Curve OverlookRainbow Curve Overlook in Rocky Mountain National Park provides fantastic views of Hidden Valley, Horseshoe Park, Alluvial Fan, Fall River and the Beaver Ponds, and several prominent mountain peaks.Note the light-colored alluvial fan on the north side of the park. It formed in 1982 when Lawn Lake, a small reservoir in the Mummy Range, broke after heavy rain.
Sheep LakesSheep Lakes is a large meadow with two small lakes in Horseshoe Park, a flat U-shaped valley located just west of the Fall River Entrance.
Mount IdaMount Ida is a mountain summit in the northern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains of North America. The 12,874-foot peak is located in the Rocky Mountain National Park Wilderness, 13.4 miles west of the Town of Estes Park, Colorado, United States, on the Continental Divide between Grand and Larimer counties. The mountain was probably named after Mount Ida on Crete.
Rocky Mountain National ParkRocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the country. With majestic peaks in every direction, wildlife roaming the valleys and some of the most incredible outdoor adventures on the planet, it is no wonder more than three million people flock to the park each year.The main features of the park include mountains, alpine lakes and a wide variety of wildlife within various climates and environments, from wooded forests to mountain tundra.
Lake IreneLake Irene is a small picturesque subalpine lake with an easy 1.0 mile loop trail with little elevation change around its banks. It is one of the beautiful picnic location and also there are trekking ways and fishing is possible here.
Odessa LakeOdessa Lake is located 4.15 miles from Bear Lake Trailhead in Rocky Mountain National Park. Odessa offers great views of Joe Mills Mountain, The Gable, and Little Matterhorn.
Farview Curve ViewpointFarview Curve Overlook is the first roadside pullout and scenic viewpoint on Trail Ridge Road when traveling from the Kawuneeche Visitor Center near the western national park entrance and Grand Lake, Colorado. Enjoy sweeping views of the Kawnueeche Valley and the Never Summer Range from this spectacular overlook.
La Poudre Pass LakeLa Poudre Pass Lake is a stunning mountain lake located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. La Poudre Pass Lake is situated at an elevation of 11,000 feet, (over 3,100 meters) making it one of the highest lakes in Colorado. The lake is small, fed by small streams and springs, and it is located in the high mountain La Poudre Pass.
Timber Lake TrailTimber Lake is a typical Rocky Mountain National Park day hike destination, situated on the slightly less busy west side of the mountains and reached by a 4.6 mile path starting from a large trailhead in Kawuneeche Valley, along US 34 just before the start of the steep climb towards Trail Ridge. Eventually, the trail enters a beautiful meadowland where moose and elk are frequent encounters. Soon after, Timber Lake Trail will cross the sometimes roaring Beaver Creek via an elevated bridge.
Flattop Mountain TrailThe Flattop Mountain Trail, also known as the Grand Trail or the Big Trail, was built in 1925 in Rocky Mountain National Park in the Larimer County portion of the U.S. state of Colorado. Built in 1925, and rehabilitated in 1940 with Civilian Conservation Corps labor, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The trail begins at 9500 feet of elevation at Bear Lake and climbs Flattop Mountain to a maximum elevation of 12,324 feet on the Continental Divide.
Snowdrift PeakSnowdrift Peak is the beautifully snow-bound peak straddling the west side of the Continental Divide to the northwest of Flattop Mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park. It is most easily accessed via the Flattop Mountain Trail, but it is still a very remote peak. This is certainly one of the most popular trails in the park, and it will be very crowded. Reach the summit of Flattop Mountain.
Emerald Lake ColaradoEmerald Lake is a serene and beautiful lake nestled in the Rocky Mountains of Larimer County, Colorado. This idyllic spot is known for its Clear Creek flowing through it and its stunning array of wildflowers. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and picnicking in this picturesque setting. In addition, the lake is also a popular spot for bird watching. The trail to Emerald Lake is well-marked and relatively level, making it an ideal hike for families and beginners.
Rocky Mountain National ParkRocky Mountain National Park is an American national park located approximately 55 mi northwest of Denver in north-central Colorado, within the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. The eastern and western slopes of the Continental Divide run directly through the center of the park with the headwaters of the Colorado River located in the park's northwestern region. The main features of the park include mountains, alpine lakes and a wide variety of wildlife within various climates.
Bear Lake ColaradoBear Lake is a glacially-fed lake in the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, which is located near the summit of the Continental Divide and is surrounded by hiking trails and subalpine meadows. The lake is popular destination for hiking, camping, fishing and offers stunning views of the Rockies, and is home to a variety of wildlife. The beautiful mountains and forests increase the beauty of this lake.
Dream LakeDream Lake is a glacial lake located in Larimer County. Surrounded by towering peaks and evergreen forests, It is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. At the end of the trail, hikers are rewarded with a refreshing dip in the clear waters of Dream Lake. You can enjoy hiking, fishing, picnicking, and camping.
Nymph LakeNymph Lake is the first of three lakes along the excellent Emerald Lake Trail in the Bear Lake section of the park. It is a beautiful spot to catch a sunrise at a very photogenic lake. Nymph Lake is also known for being filled for lily pads later in the summer. HIke to this lake is really interesting and is famous among the hike an d nature lovers.
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Old Fall River RoadOld Fall River Road is the name of a narrow one-lane dirt road with perilous heights located in Larimer County, in the U.S. state of Colorado. This Road climbs almost to the same height as Trail Ridge, but does so via an unpaved road. The road ends at 3.602m above the sea level. Typically, the road is open by the Fourth of July weekend and closes for the season on October.