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Welcome to
​Rocky Mountain Day Hikes
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This website explores the trails of
Rocky Mountain National Park,
​
one of the premier hiking parks of the world. 

"The essence of nature guiding is to travel gracefully rather than arrive." ~ Enos Mills

Trail Guide to RMNP
Hike Rocky Magazine
Know Before You Go
National parks remain as accessible as possible during the federal government shutdown. However, some services may be limited or unavailable.
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Recorded status line for Trail Ridge Road is 970-586-1222.
RMNP Trail Condition Reports
Updated September 29, 2025
Temporary Trail Closure Impacting Access to Dream Lake and Emerald Lake for Outlet Bridge Replacement
Most trails are clear and dry. Be aware that weather and conditions can change rapidly.
Chasm Lake - Be prepared for snow and ice on the trail and winter conditions in high elevation areas. The snow line was at about 10,600 feet near the lightning bridge. There was consistent snow on the ground at around 11,000 feet in elevation. Just past Chasm Junction, there was approximatley 8-10 inches of snow. With recent warmer days, the snow has been melting.
Longs Peak
​8/24
 - The Keyhole has begun its transition to autumn conditions. Numerous reports of snow and ice accumulation along the route confirm that fall is here, and this summit route should not be taken lightly. Repeated storms continue to hammer the mountain, creating tremendous potential for ice formation as temperatures cool.  
B
e prepared to turn around if conditions are unfavorable. 
Returning to treeline by noon is prudent to help mitigate exposure to lightning storms.
Snow Depth
2/19/25 - Bear Lake-60", Wild Basin-50", Lake Irene-76"

Visit the RMNP Trail Conditions Page for more update information: Click Here

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Elk walking in snow along Trail Ridge Road - taken the morning of September 23, 2025
Alpine Visitor Ctr Web Cam
Alpine Visitor Ctr Web Cam, 11,796' - Sept 24
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Snow on the Chasm Lake Trail, Sept 24, 2025
Visit the Rocky Mountain National Park website for more information on 
​Trail Conditions, Shuttle Bus Info, Webcams, ​​and ​Alpine Visitor Center Weather 
"Within National Parks is room--glorious room--room in which to find ourselves,
in which to think and hope, to dream and plan, to rest and resolve
."~ Enos Mills
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Inside Hike Rocky this month:
Marking Five Years Since the Devastating Wildfires of 2020 by Dawn Wilson
Chasing the Light: Best Places for Sunrise and Sunset in Rocky Mountain National Park by Jamie Palmesano
What is the Architectural Inspiration and History of the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center by Gabby Sherwood, Rocky Mountain Conservancy 
Plus:
RMNP Updates
​Trail Talk


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Trail Guide
to
Rocky Mountain National Park
​Find your next hike here!
Rocky Mountain National Park is a hikers paradise offering spectacular mountain terrain for hikers at all levels.
​Enjoy exploring the hikes on this website.

​Complete trail profiles, photos, and videos for more than 75 trails in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Trails by Location
​Wild Basin & Longs Peak Area | Bear Lake Corridor | Northern Park | West Side
Trails by Distance
​Short Hikes | Moderate Hikes | Longer Hikes | Challenge Hikes
Trails by Destination
Lake Hikes | Waterfall Hikes | Peak Hikes | Loop Hikes

RMDH Wildflower Field Guide
​to Rocky Mountain National Park


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Trail Guide for RMNP
Wildflowers of RMNP

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  • Home
  • Hike Rocky Magazine
    • Hike Rocky Magazine
    • RMNP Updates
    • Trail Reviews
    • Gear Reviews
    • Science & Ecology
    • History & Current Issues
    • Stories & Adventure
    • Culture and Arts in the Park
    • Subscribe to Hike Rocky Magazine
    • The Continental Divide Story, 1977 by Kip Rusk
  • Trail Guide to RMNP
    • Trails by Location >
      • Wild Basin & Longs Peak Area
      • Bear Lake Corridor
      • Northern Park
      • West Side
    • Trails by Distance >
      • Short (less than 1 mile)
      • Moderate (1-4 miles)
      • Longer (4+ miles)
      • Challenge Hikes
    • Trails by Destination >
      • Lakes
      • Waterfalls
      • Peaks
      • Loop Hikes
  • Wildflowers of RMNP
    • By Color
    • April/May Flowers
    • June/July Flowers
    • August/September Flowers
    • Wildflower Guide Curators
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • Supporting Partners
    • Media Kit
    • 2025 Hike Rocky Print Edition
    • 2024 Hike Rocky Print Magazine