9/2/2023 0 Comments Trailridge road open![]() If you’re there during that time of year make sure not to miss this place. At this time, night-time closures will not be implemented. Due to melting snow on the road and the potential for freezing temperatures visitors should be prepared for icy conditions. Quacking aspens fill the Kawuneeche Valley each fall giving it the appearance of being on fire. This afternoon, Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park opened for the season. Any trip to the Denver area isn’t complete without a Trail Ridge Road Trip. The highest paved road in the United States, its a treat to experience rising above the treeline as your explore its bends. During fall this is one of the best overlooks in the entire park. Situated in the immensely scenic Rocky Mountain National Park, Trail Ridge Road is a unique experience for road trip enthusiasts. Drink in front row views of the Never Summer Mountains and watch the Colorado River start it’s journey towards the mighty pacific. Simply breathtaking, Fairview Curve sits nearly 1,000 feet above the Kawuneeche Valley. Fairview Curve Fairview Curve Gloria Wadzinski Other peaks include Stones Peak (12,922 ft.) and Terra Tomah Mountain (12,718 ft.). It is open to vehicle traffic from around Memorial Day weekend until the Park Service closes it in the fall. It’s the highest continuously paved road in the United States, reaching an elevation of 12,183 feet. On a clear day make sure to check out Longs Peak (14,259 ft.) looming off to the southeast. Trail Ridge Road spans the Park and connects Estes Park to the town of Grand Lake on the western slope. The canyon is one of the wildest places inside the Park and was formed by The Big Thompson River and a massive glacier millions of years ago. ![]() Peering down into Forest Canyon nearly 2,000-feet below, it’s not hard to see why no official trails enter the canyon. Forest Canyon Overlook A short trail from Trail Ridge Road takes you to Forest Canyon Overlook David Fulmer/FlickrĪ short easy walk from the turnout, Forest Canyon Overlook is one of the Park’s best. ![]() Turning clockwise the view includes Bighorn Mountain (11,465 ft.), and Horseshoe Park far below to the east. (Note: the road typically is closed just west of here during winter months.) From the overlook, peer northeast out across the Mummy Range and Alluvial Fan caused by the 19 floods. However, crews always aim to have it open to visitors by Memorial Day. The latest it has ever opened was in late June. The first true hairpin curve along Trail Ridge Road, this overlook attracts visitors’ year around. The earliest Trail Ridge Road ever opened was on May 7, decades ago. Many Parks Curve The boardwalk and overlook at Many Parks Curve in Rocky Mountain National Park Steve Voght/Flickr View from Trail Ridge Road’s Many Parks Curve Overlook Dollar Photo Note: Trail Ridge Road is only open during the summer and fall season. It’s open enrollment time at tuition-free Flagstaff Academy. ![]() Our favorite, Trail Ridge Road, has three must-see turnouts. For road updates, call the Trail Ridge Road recorded status line at 97 or follow the park on twitter Rockynps. Several roads in Rocky Mountain National Park serve up wide-open tundra. Forget having to hike miles into the backcountry to experience the sight of open tundra, alpine vistas, and towering peaks. ![]()
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