Estes Park
Things to do in Estes Park:
In your free time, there are many beautiful sights to see, plenty of things to do, and lots of great eateries.
Check out the Visitors Bureau website for the full list of attractions, sites and visitor’s information.
Get a handy map here to help guide you around town
Adventure Trips
Hiking - Rocky Mountain National Park
Lots of trails and great views of The Rockies
Follow US Hwy 36 through Estes to the park
$20 park entry fee
Trail Ridge Road (Hwy 34) - Rocky Mountain National Park
Highest continuous highway in the U.S. with spectacular views of The Rockies
http://www.rmnp.com/RMNP-Areas-TrailRidge.HTML
$20 park entry fee
Horseback Riding - Hi Country Stables
Only stables in Rocky Mountain National Park
Bear Lake Road in Rocky Mountain National Park - (970) 586-3244
$50 for two hour ride
Horseback Riding - Sombrero
Ride takes you over the ridge of Estes Park
1895 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-4577
$35 for one hour ride
White Water Rafting - Rapid Transit Rafting
Leaves from Estes Park at 9:30 am and 12:15 pm daily
161 Virginia Drive, Estes Park, CO - (800) 367-8523
http://www.rapidtransitrafting.com
$55 per person half day trips
White Water Rafting - Mountain Whitewater Descents
Leaves from Fort Collins at 7:15 am and 11:30 am daily
1329 North Highway 287, Fort Collins, CO - (888) 855-8874
$49 per person half day trips (other trips available)
Historic Sights
Ghost Tours - The Stanley Hotel
Tours and stories of ghost sightings of F.O. & Flora Stanley and the mysterious room #217
333 Wonderview Ave., Estes Park, CO - (800) 876-1377
http://stanleyhotel.com/tours/
$15 per person - recommended to book ahead
Estes Park Museum
Featuring a historic cabin and national park history
200 Fourth Street, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-6256
http://www.estesnet.com/museum/
Free
The Stanley Museum
Featuring original Stanley Steamer cars and the history behind them
517 Big Thompson Ave., Estes Park, CO
http://www.estesnet.com/museum/
Free
The MacGregor Ranch
Tour a beautiful cattle ranch and learn about the long history of ranching in colorado
180 MacGregor Lane, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-3749
http://www.macgregorranch.org/
Free
Just Putting Around
Shopping - Downtown Estes Park
From log furniture to jewelry to crampons to the Christmas Shoppe, there is lots of stuff to look at
Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO
http://www.estesparkcvb.com/shopping.cfm
Go-Karts and Putt Putt Golf - Ride-A-Kart
Two 18 hole mini putt putt golf courses, go-kart track and bumper boats
1480 Golf Course Rd., Estes Park, CO
$7 Mini-Golf or Go-Karts
Golf - Estes Park Golf Course
Original course with club house dating back to 1917
1480 Golf Course Rd., Estes Park, CO
http://golfestes.com/golf/18-hole-golf-course
$46 for 18 holes (9 holes also available)
Wine Tasting - Valley of the Wind
All wine made in Colorado - has hints of mountain
120 Riverside, Estes Park, CO - (970) 577-8800
http://www.valleyofthewind.com
$5 tasting
Spa - River Pointe Spa
Massages, facials, pedicures, manicures
121 West Drive, Estes Park, CO - (970) 577-6841
http://www.riverspointespa.com
Spa - The Parlour at The Stanley Hotel
Hair, makeup, massages, facials, pedicures, manicures
333 Wonderview Ave., Estes Park, CO - (970) 586 - 9250
Places to Eat
Cascades Restaurant - at The Stanley Hotel
Offers continental fare with an expansive wine list
333 Wonderview Ave., Estes Park, CO - (970) 577 - 4001
http://www.thestanleyhotel.com
$16-$35 for Entrees
Smokin’ Daves BBQ & Tap House
True american BBQ featuring catfish, brisket, ribs and roasted half chicken. 15 beers on tap.
820 Moraine Ave, Estes Park, CO - (866) 674-2793
http://www.smokindavesbbqandtaphouse.com
$8-$20 for Entrees
Rock Inn Mountain Tavern
Great food and great beer. Features live music on weekends.
1675 Highway 66, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-4116
$14-$30 for Entrees
The Egg and I
A good stop for brunch with a standard breakfast spread - Heidi’s favorite as a kid!
393 E. Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-1173
$6-$10 for Breakfast and Lunch
Twin Owls Steak House - at the Black Canyon Inn
1920s cabin that has been converted to a restaurant with casual fine dining.
800 Macgregor Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-9344
$14-$30 for Entrees
Nepal’s Cafe
Mountain food from people who know mountains best. Lots of curries, noodles, and naan.
184 E. Elkhorn Ave Unit H, Estes Park, CO - (970) 577-7035
$10-$20 for Entrees
DeLeo’s Deli
Great lunch spot featuring a full Italian deli.
132 Moraine Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 577-1134
$5-$15 for Lunch
The Village Pizza
Local pizza joint making a variety of specialty pies. Available for take-out too.
543 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-6031
http://www.estesvillagepizza.com/
$10-$20 for Pizza
Ed’s Cantina
Features Mexican and American fare with outdoor seating on the Big Thompson River.
362 Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, CO - (970) 586-2919
$9-$15 for Entrees
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Estes Park Weather:
Estes Park has arid mountain weather during the summer. The daytime can get up to 80-90°F and at night it will drop to 50-60°F. Expect a few light showers in the afternoons, but crystal clear mornings and nights.