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Rocky Mountain National Park is a Natural Playground Where Kids and Families Can Explore Together
Planning a trip to Rocky with kids? Rocky Mountain National Park has something for kids of all ages to enjoy!
Outside of Kawuneeche Visitor Center
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Explore and Learn at a Visitor Center
A great way to start your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park is to stop by any of the park visitor centers.
On the East Side of RMNP:
Open year-round, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center is located along U.S. Highway 36 near the Beaver Meadows Entrance to RMNP.
Restrooms and water fountains are available
Have questions? Stop by the information desk.
Pick up Junior Ranger booklets and badges
View the official park movie
A Nature Store, managed by Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is available inside.
Open year-round, Fall River Visitor Center is located along U.S. Highway 34 near the Fall River Entrance to RMNP.
Restrooms and water fountains are available next door
Have questions? Stop by the information desk
Enjoy a variety of fun exhibits highlighting wildlife and features found inside the park
Pick up Junior Ranger booklets and badges
A Nature Store, managed by Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is available inside
On the West Side of RMNP:
Open year-round, Kawuneeche Visitor Center is located along U.S. Highway 34 near the Grand Lake Entrance to RMNP.
Restrooms and water fountains are available
Have questions? Stop by the information desk
Enjoy a variety of fun exhibits highlighting wildlife and features found inside the park
Pick up Junior Ranger booklets and badges
A Nature Store, managed by Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is available inside
Along Trail Ridge Road:
Only open during the summer season, Alpine Visitor Center is located along U.S. Highway 34/Trail Ridge Road, at the top of Fall River Pass. Located at an elevation of 11,796 feet above sea level, this is the highest elevation visitor center in the National Park System. This visitor center can close temporarily at any time due to weather.
Vault toilets are available across the parking area from the visitor center
During the middle of the summer, running water and flush restrooms are available
Have questions? Stop by the information desk
Enjoy a variety of fun exhibits highlighting the alpine tundra ecosystem
Pick up Junior Ranger booklets and badges
A Nature Store, managed by Rocky Mountain Conservancy, is available inside
Safety & Wellness - Make Sure You Are Prepared
Rocky Mountain National Park is a wild place and your safety is in your hands. When planning for any trip to Rocky, take time to learn about safety and wellness when recreating in the park.
Take a step back in time and learn about homesteading and the Holzwarth family through the Holzwarth Historic Site
Last updated: September 30, 2026
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Contact Info
Mailing Address:
1000 US Hwy 36
Estes Park,
CO
80517
Phone:
970 586-1206
The Information Office is open year-round.
During summer, the office is open from 8 am to 4 pm daily. During the winter season, the office is open from 8 am to 4 pm Monday - Friday, and from 8 am to noon on Saturdays and Sundays.
For information on Trail Ridge Road, the recorded Trail Ridge Road status line is available 24 hours a day: (970) 586-1222.
