![]() We always bring a picnic lunch on our drives to Rocky Mountain National Park. Picnic by an Alpine Lake Lily Lake and Lily Mountain. No need to worry about the dangerous rattlesnake at this high elevation site. The mountain site has dozen of species of butterflies.Īnd the best thing about Rocky Mountain National Park? It’s home to only one reptile - the harmless garter snake. Birds of prey roam throughout the park, as do smaller bird species, including hummingbirds. We’ve seen chipmunks, squirrels, and birds too. This chipmunk hung out with us at Harbison Meadows Still in the water, they looked like an extraterrestrial life form. We’ve also seen smaller critters.Īt Lily Lake, we spotted Tiger Salamander during the late spring. So we haven’t seen mountain lions or bears during our trips, but they are present in the park. You name it, you can see it at Rocky Mountain National Park. Search for All Varieties of Animals There’s a moose on the loose. If you or any of your family feels altitude sickness, quickly proceed to lower ground. It is advisable to prepare for any trip to Rocky Mountain National Park by hydrating before the trip. ![]() The road is at a high elevation, so you must be aware of altitude sickness. ![]() During the summer months the road is festooned with wildflowers. ![]() It’s not uncommon to see big game like elk and bighorn sheep along with smaller mammal and bird species. The road boasts spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, access to several hiking trails and lakes, and chances to see a number of animals. The highest elevation on the road is 12,183 feet. Eleven of those miles are above treeline. Summers, however, give visitors the opportunity to drive to both sides of the park in short order. During the winter months, you cannot visit both sides of the park without a long drive around the park’s perimeter. Trail Ridge Road offers your only in-park access to the east and west entrances of the park. is a must-do while at Rocky Mountain National Park. Still, the highest continuous paved road in the U.S. This year, 10 inches of snow on June 21 (the first official day of summer) closed Trail Ridge Road. ![]() And it can close unexpectedly during the summer season. It’s closed half of the year due to snow and winter conditions. Ride on Trail Ridge Road A view of the alpine tundra and majestic peaks near the summit of Trail Ridge Road. What can families do at Rocky Mountain National Park? The list might be endless, Here is our list of popular (and easy) things for families to do. Overlooking Kawuneeche Valley (on the park’s West side) from Trail Ridge Road. Here is our Rocky Mountain National Park Guide for Families. With all of this alpine wonder, it’s no surprise that Rocky Mountain National Park is a popular playground for families. Wildlife abounds, with deer, elk, moose, black bears, bighorn sheep and many more species. There also are 156 lakes within the boundaries of the park, more than 300 miles of hiking trails, and 31 named waterfalls. The park boasts over 100 peaks at 11,000 feet in altitude or more, including Long’s Peak at 14,259 feet. It’s not the largest park (although it’s the largest in Colorado). Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the crown jewels of the National Park Service. ![]()
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