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Colorado
Parks - Rocky Mountain Natioal Park FAQ
Q: Where can I see wildlife?
A: There are reliable locations where many of the park's wild animals
may be seen, but never fed by humans.
Q: Where can I walk with a stroller or use a wheelchair?
A: Accessible trails are available at Coyote Valley, Sprague Lake and
Lily Lake.
Q: Is Trail Ridge Road Open?
A: Trail Ridge, the highest road in any US National Park (12,183'), is
generally open seasonally from the last weekend in May through mid-October.
Current road conditions
Q: Where can I camp?
A: The park has five campgrounds. Two take reservations, and the others
often fill early in the day during the summer.
Q: Where can I hike to see beautiful lakes and waterfalls?
A: You can view high mountain lakes and waterfalls, or hike to scenic
mountaintops, at these suggested locations.
Q: Where can I walk with my dog?
A: Dogs must be leashed and are only allowed out along roadside pullouts
and developed park areas (like campgrounds and picnic areas). Please see
our pets page.
Q: Where can I backpack and camping the park's backcountry?
A: The park has more than 120 backcountry sites. A permit is required
for overnight camping in the backcountry.
Q: Where can I call to find out about current park conditions?
A: First look at today's report about road, weather and park conditions.
Then there are a few numbers which you may call.
Q: What are some good winter hikes or snowshoe routes?
A: The east side of the park typically has poor winter skiing, but excellent
winter snowshoes and hiking options.
Q: What trees occur in the park? Mammals? Fish? Birds? Amphibians and
reptiles? Exotic Plants? Butterflies and moths?
A: On-line lists are available of park trees, mammals, fish, birds, amphibians
and reptiles, exotic plants and butterflies.
Q: What should I know about being safe around park bears, mountain lions,
and lightning storms?
A: Especially if you have small children or will be hiking above treeline,
there are some things which can make your visit safer.
Q: What are you doing with all the collected entrance fees?
A: In 2001 the park used $4,000,000 of collected fees to improve facilities
and services parkwide, including new restrooms, and improved campgrounds,
trails, roads, visitor centers, and free shuttle buses. Your fees are
at work!
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