Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.

Enjoy winter hiking and snowshoeing

Winter hiking in Rocky

Two people are snowshoeing in RMNP on a snow-covered trail

White-tailed Ptarmigan in early winter

White-tailed Ptarmigan in winter

White-tailed Ptarmigan is perched on snow. It's feathers are mostly white with speckles of brown.

Bear Lake Ranger Station

Bear Lake Ranger Station in spring

Visitors are at the Bear Lake Ranger Station in spring

Trail to Bear Lake in spring with snow

Trail to Bear Lake in spring, covered with snow

Trail to Bear Lake is covered with snow and icy

Elk in a meadow with snow

Elk in meadow in winter

A bull elk herd is in a meadow with snow on the ground