Monthly Archives: September 2015

The first official day of Autumn 2015 is heralded by stunning patches of golden Aspen leaves dancing in the breeze up on the mountains bathed in sunshine beneath a clear blue  sky.   One of the most beautiful mountain seasons, Autumn in Estes is great … Continue reading →

As days begin to shorten and nights begin to cool, we glimpse a hint of golden Aspen leaves on the highest mountainsides and wait patiently for the first exciting sights and sounds of the annual Elk Rut — hardened, velvet free antlers and amazing, wondrous bugling.   Bull … Continue reading →

You know you want to wear that gory, gooey fake blood and those worm eaten, slightly shredded zombie coffin clothes more than once this year…why not do it here?   Halloween in Estes Park is always a great celebration of fun, fantasy, horror … Continue reading →

This year Rocky Mountain National Park and surrounding areas have enjoyed a relatively quiet wildfire season, however, the extra grasses and thick vegetation from the abundant spring and summer rains are drying out and autumn fire danger is rising.  Combined with the seasonal increase … Continue reading →

The oldest operating theatre in the US proudly presents their Rocky Mountain National Park Centennial celebration at this year’s Estes Park Film Festival by focusing on local filmmakers and themes.   From September 4 – 17, visitors will enjoy special pricing and … Continue reading →

The year long centennial celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park culminateswith the official rededication ceremony on Friday, September 4th at Glacier Basin Campground on the east side of the park.   Join Governor John Hickenlooper, Senator Cory Gardner, National Park Service … Continue reading →