Science & Research

 
Research and management studies have been conducted in Rocky Mountain National Park for over 100 years. They have become essential tools for today's park managers. The best available science guides management decisions and policies for all aspects of park operations.
Continental Divide Research Learning Center
The Continental Divide Research Learning Center assists researchers in the park and integrates research from the natural, cultural and social sciences into the following three areas:
  • Visitor experience
  • Resource stewardship
  • Educational outreach programs
For more information about research and learning facilities and programs at the park, please visit the Continental Divide Research Learning Center website or follow the links below.
 
 
Learn how scientists see RMNP as a living laboratory that reveals elevation secrets.
Research Highlights

Learn how scientists see Rocky Mountain National Park as a living laboratory that reveals high elevation secrets.

Scientists of all ages and abilities can climb to new heights by gaining experience in the park.
Learning Opportunities

Scientists of all ages and abilities can climb to new heights by gaining experience in the park.

Members of the public help collect valuable data used to address current park management topics.
Community Science

Members of the public help collect valuable data used to address current park management topics.

Have an idea for a research project in Rocky?
Research Permits

Have an idea for a research project in Rocky? Learn how you can contribute to one of the largest research programs in the NPS.

Clark's Nutcracker calling from the top of a Ponderosa Pine Tree.
Bird Sound Index

Calls and songs of birds in the park.

This report describes the status of important resources in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Natural Resource Vital Signs

This report describes the status of important resources in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Last updated: October 26, 2020

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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: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily in summer; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mondays - Fridays and 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Saturdays - Sundays in winter. Recorded Trail Ridge Road status: (970) 586-1222.

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