Rocky Mountain National Park

CO
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.
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WEATHER INFO

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.gov/bou/rmnp

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DIRECTIONS INFO

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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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PARK CLOSURE

Fire crews have a containment line around the approximate .30 acre (3/10 of an acre) fire in RMNP

Crews are conducting mop up operations which includes extinguishing any remaining heat or burning material near the fire perimeter.  The cause of the fire is lightning. 

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Rocky Mountain National Park always has Stage 1 fire restrictions in place

Rocky Mountain National Park always has Stage 1 fire restrictions in place, where campfires are prohibited in the park, except within designated campfire rings in picnic areas and front-country campgrounds.

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Transponder Sales are Available at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center on Sundays

Transponder sales & renewals are available on Sundays between the hours of 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Have a transponder to renew? Remember to take a photo of your transponder number or write it down. Bring this with you! See webpage for details

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