Estes Park
This is your base for Rocky Mountain National Park action – and there’s a lot of it! Estes Park has always been a resort town, and it’s easy to see why… Grand Lake is nearby, it’s a hop, skip and jump to the park and an array of convenient lodging options, from economical to lavish, dot the area. Make your next getaway easy and fun – it’s a no-brainer!
Fun Facts:
Population: 10,000+
Average Temps: Low 16 degrees, high 78 degrees F.
Known For: Rocky Mountain National Park, skiing, wildlife unique shops and galleries in the downtown area
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Stay Here
Estes Park is a vacationers dream – condos, cottages, resorts, lodges and more…you name it, they’ve got it! Estes Park has become especially known for its scope and variety of vacation rentals. Picking out a unique home or condo is often the best way to go. You can find a unique property suited to your needs, and Estes Park offers up rentals in some of the most premier spots!
Estes Park Lodging
Play Here
Mother Nature provides some big fun by the name of Rocky Mountain National Park, and it’s right next door! Outdoor activities like skiing, hiking and mountain biking abound. Or, you can play in town. Specialty shops, fabulous dining and a fun nightlife are also a part of the Estes Park adventure. This is the prime time to play hard - rest when you get home!
Estes Park Attractions
Dine Here
Estes Park keeps it simple. You won’t find much fancy cuisine, but you will find good food made easy. Soups, sandwiches and tavern-type food rule here – perfect after a day on the slopes or trails. No, your food won’t be arranged decadently on your plate, but it will be a hefty portion of good ol’-fashioned American goodness. So, eat up; after a big adventure, you deserve it!
Estes Park Restaurants
How to Get Here
If you are traveling by car, the most direct rout to take is Route 36 from Denver and Boulder. An alternative route is Colorado 7, the “Peak to Peak Scenic Byway.” By air, you will most likely arrive at the Denver International Airport. You will then proceed to the Estes Park Shuttle to get into town.
Getting Around
The easiest way to get around the Estes Park area is by car or shuttle bus. Shuttle schedules are available through the Estes Park Visitors Center. There is also a local taxi service to get you from place to place.
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