In Estes Park, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities and attractions, especially if you love nature and outdoor adventure. Here are some top things to do:
- Explore Rocky Mountain National Park, which offers hiking, wildlife viewing (especially elk), and beautiful alpine scenery. The park is a main highlight near Estes Park.
- Ride the Mustang Mountain Coaster, a thrilling alpine coaster ride that goes up and down a hill and offers scenic views with speeds up to nearly 30 mph.
- Visit the historic Stanley Hotel, famous and reputed to be haunted, as well as inspirational for movies.
- Walk or bike around Lake Estes, where you can also rent boats and paddleboards.
- Stroll along Estes Park Riverwalk, a paved trail along the Big Thompson River with shops, restaurants, and art.
- Have fun at amusement spots like Fun City with mini golf, bumper boats, go-carts, and an arcade, or Open Air Adventure Park for aerial challenge courses and axe throwing.
- Try horseback riding tours into Rocky Mountain National Park with guided trail rides from Jackson Stables.
- Take scenic rides and tours like the Estes Park Aerial Tramway or guided wildlife and nature tours.
- Enjoy local dining, shopping, and festivals in the charming mountain town atmosphere.
- In winter, enjoy sledding, snowshoeing, ice climbing, and other cold-weather activities.
These options provide a mix of adventure, nature, history, and relaxation suitable for all types of visitors to Estes Park. Let me know if you want details on any specific activities or seasonal suggestions.
