Rocky Mountain National Park
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.
Map showing location of park.
Bierstadt Lake Parking Area in Rocky Mountain National Park to Close for Vault Toilet Replacement Project
Beginning on Monday, October 7, 2024, the Bierstadt Lake parking area, located on Bear Lake Road on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park, will be closed for a vault toilet replacement project.
Paving Projects at Beaver Meadows and Fall River Entrances
Contractors will be re-paving entrance gate lanes and repairing damaged concrete curbing at the Beaver Meadows Entrance beginning Wednesday, October 2 and Thursday, October 3 then again starting Monday, October 7 through Thursday, October 10. Contractors completing the Fall River Entrance project will be paving beginning Monday, October 7 through Thursday October 10.
Old Fall River Road In Rocky Mountain National Park Will Close For The Season To Vehicles Beginning October 8
Old Fall River Road will be closing for the season to vehicles beginning Tuesday, October 8.
Subject from Yesterday's Incident in Custody
The subject was apprehended in the High Drive area outside Rocky Mountain National Park at approximately 10:30 a.m.
Ongoing Law Enforcement Incident Suspect At Large Following High Speed Reckless Driving Across Rocky Mountain National Park Flees Scene Of Motor Vehicle Crash
Late this afternoon a 23 year-old-male, sped through the Grand Lake entrance on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS