Rocky Mountain National Park

Planning Tips

  1. Due to the elevation, this alpine region tends to stay relatively cool, so you may not need power at your campsite. I was there in August and I was fine without it.

  2. Don’t forget that Rocky Mountain is a timed entry park. Unless you are camping in the park, you will need to apply for an entry pass or enter prior to 7am.

  3. Bear Lake also requires a timed entry pass even if you are already in the park.

Interactive Map

Highlights

Established in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park covers 415 square miles of montane, alpine and sub alpine wilderness running along the Continental Divide. Rocky Mountain is home to elk herds, moose, big horn sheep, black bear and many other smaller mammals. The park offers opportunities for camping, hiking, climbing, fishing and horseback riding. 

Video Overview

Rocky Mountain Average Temperature and Rainfall