Estes Park
Estes Park is surely one of the best day trips from Denver. Estes Park, Colorado is the base camp for amazing adventures in Rocky Mountain National Park and certainly is your favorite mountain getaway. Take a trip to the Colorado Rockies, and encounter live animals. Estes Park features the events, accommodation, and activities to make the ideal getaway from the daily, whether you're planning a dream family trip or a romantic weekend away. So proceed. Make plans now so you can visit Estes Park tomorrow.
The Cache La Poudra River's whitewater rafting and 350 miles of Rocky Mountains National Park's alpine trails are just two of the outdoor activities that are inspired by Estes Park's valley. Elk and bighorn sheep roam the town in winter, competing for visitors' attention with art galleries, museums, and the magnificent Stanley Hotel, which served as the setting for Stephen King's "The Shining." The Estes Park Aerial Tram glides through the treetops, allowing you to enjoy views of the 14,259-foot Longs Peak, the village, and the Continental Divide.
Location: Larimer County, Colorado, United States
Website: https://www.visitestespark.com/
Distance from Denver: 64 miles
Travel Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Tel: 970-577-9900
Fee: $20.00
Hour: All day
TripAdvisor Rating: 4.5/5