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One of America's premier national parks, it boasts 355 miles of hiking trails.
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1. Chapin Pass
2. Shadow Mountain Fire Lookout
3. Forest Canyon Overlook
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By Steve5863 - Avon, United States
Coming from the east, Forest Canyon Overlook is the first major overlook along Trail Ridge Road above the tree line and is probably the best overlook along the road. From the parking area, the fenced in overlook extends away from the road for a few hundred feet (100m) giving one many different views of the surrounding mountains, tree covered valleys below, and the alpine surroundings. The morning I visited in early October, I was treated to the surrealistic experience of clearing snow shower that left behind a candy coating of snow and clouds receding through the valleys below.
4. Trail Ridge Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,391 reviews
Reviewed By JMJR2K - Independence, United States
I’ve been driving Trail Ridge road for many years and discover something new and different each time. There are amazing views all around- High mountain lakes, hikes, bighorn sheep, elk, moose, ptarmigans, marmots, deer-you name it. While you won’t see all of the wildlife all the time, usually you’ll stop with others and get out your camera for at least one of these critters. On the weekends, everyone else has the same idea to make the drive so it’s terribly crowded. There are three entrances with the Kawanuchee side the least crowded for entry. The Alpine Visitor Center is a cool place to relax and take in the Picturesque views and there is a museum there that covers the early geological and evolutionary history of the area. As you would imagine, there is a souvenir shop with trinkets and clothing as well as a concession area with food and drinks. Just a beautiful park you won’t want to miss!
5. Sombrero Ranch
6. Old Fall River Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 502 reviews
This dramatic and scenic roadway built in 1913 followed an old Indian pathway that climbed over 3,000 feet.
Reviewed By Cardinalis
Old Fall River Road is a carefully maintained dirt road that travels along Fall River through pine forests and past mountain vistas on its way to Alpine Visitor Center at 11,796 feet. Along this one-way route there are pullouts, including Chasm Falls and the Chapin trailhead, to stretch your legs and take pictures. You can drink the scenery. And it's a wonderful break between real hiking days.
7. Wild Basin Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Scenic walking area through lush forest.
Reviewed By kmriege - Roanoke, United States
Great hike along a river with various waterfalls with a big falls at the end. Get there kind of early as the parking lot at the end of a mainly 1 lane dirt road is not large. It does have a ranger and bathrooms. Bring your pack, snacks, lunch and water. Will do again when we get back here
8. Farview Curve Overlook
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By rachellK1474MP - Newark, United States
If you come into the park from the Grand Lake entrance, it's really cool to stop at this overlook and see the valley you just drove through. There's plenty of parking and great views of the Never Summer Mountains.
9. Holzwarth Historical Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By jaynelld - New Orleans, United States
Stopped here on our way up Trail Ridge Road. It’s a nice half mile walk through lovely field. We saw a herd of elk run through. The camp was run by a family in the early 1900s. There are original buildings to explore. It was an interesting stop.
10. Glacier Creek Stables
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 104 reviews
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