Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain

Moderate Colorado

Two Men Rescued From Summit of Longs Peak on Saturday

Park rangers from Rocky Mountain National Park were contacted late Friday night, February 6, by two ...

Feb 9, 2026
Colorado National Guard Chinook helicopter assists with rescue operations in Rocky Mountain National Park

Explore Park Science and Stewardship at Rocky Mountain National Park’s Biennial Research Conference

Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) invites you to explore research, monitoring, and management duri...

Jan 30, 2026
Graphic featuring the NPS Arrowhead and people sitting in a conference room. "Text reads Rocky Mountain National Park Biennial Research Conference" March 4-5, 2026

Timber Creek Campground in Rocky Mountain National Park to Close August 10, 2026 For Sewer System Rehabilitation Project

Timber Creek Campground, located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, will close at noo...

Jan 27, 2026
Campsites shown ers at Timber Creek Campground with mountains and blue sky.
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Overview

Rocky Mountain National Park is located in Colorado and welcomes millions of visitors each year.

Campsite 31 - Picnic Table and Fire Ring

Aspenglen Campground

Sites available

RestroomsWater
$30 Reserve
Tents in the foreground with snowy peaks behind

Glacier Basin Campground

Sites available

RestroomsWater
$35 Reserve
View of the Longs Peak Entrance Sign along a paved road to Longs Peak Trailhead and Campground

Longs Peak Campground

Sites available

$30 Reserve
Tent Site in Moraine Park Campground with a concrete walkway

Moraine Park Campground

Sites available

RestroomsWater
$35 Reserve
Tent and bear box at Timber Creek Campground

Timber Creek Campground

Sites available

RestroomsWater
$35 Reserve
Two people are snowshoeing
Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Snowshoeing

Winter
Mule deer with patches of snow
Wildlife Watching

Wildlife Viewing in RMNP

Wildlife Viewing Tips

Two park visitors are trying ice fishing
Fishing

Fishing in RMNP

Fishing

Reservation Required
A person is hiking on a snow-covered trail with traction devices
Hiking

Hiking with Traction Devices

Enjoy the winter wonderland that Rocky has to offer from late October to early June. When there is h...

The lake is frozen with a layer of snow on top. Mountains in the distance are covered with snow
Hiking

Bierstadt Lake

This lake is a hidden gem in the Bear Lake Corridor of the park! This lake sits atop a forested mora...

3-5 Hours
Two Junior Rangers are gazing out at Bear Lake
Hiking

Hike Around Bear Lake

Bear Lake is seen in winter and spring. This lake and the surrounding trail is typically covered wit...

Winter, SpringReservation Required
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water cascading down rocks

Alluvial Fan

Rocky Mountain National Park

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

An NPS night sky volunteer is looking at the stars with a telescope

Astronomy in the Park at Park & Ride

RMNP
Natural avalanche snow slide on a slope

Be Avalanche Aware

RMNP
Bear Lake, the surface of the lake is frozen and covered with snow on a sunny day

Bear Lake

Bear lake

Bear Lake Road ends 9.2 miles from the junction with Trail Ridge Road at the Parking Area for Bear Lake. From the parkin...

two picnic tables in an open area with mountains in the distance

Beaver Creek Picnic Area

Rocky Mountain National Park

At the Beaver Creek Picnic Area visitors will find a quiet spot for picnicking in the scenic Kawnueeche Valley.

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