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Estes Park Colorado Tourism |
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Estes Park, at 7,522 feet, is the birthplace of Rocky Mountain National Park. The town was established in 1917 while the park became a National Park in 1915.Home to about 5,000 permanent residents, visitors from around the world have come to embrace Estes Park as their home away from home. They find the vistas surrounding the town to be spectacular as they gaze at Long’s Peak at 14,259 ft. and the many surrounding snow capped peaks. It is easy to catch their enthusiasm with 300 sunny days and cool mountain nights. Estes Park offers year-round activities both in the town and in the National Park. These include a historical museum, live performances of music and the arts, galleries, children’s activities and both summer and winter adventures which include many festivals and parades. Open all year, the National Park has numerous hiking trails as well as winter activities which include snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. And, don’t forget the fine dining and eclectic shopping experiences during your stay. |
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