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Looking to get outside and hit a trail? Rocky Mountain National Park has a trail for everyone! With over 350 miles of hiking trails to choose from, there are many options to enjoy from scenic nature trails to challenging mountain summits.
Not sure where to begin? See below for a variety of fun hikes in the park. You can search by activity, length, features, and more!
Erosion damage around the trailhead kiosk and where the plaza area transitions to the Glacier Gorge Trail.
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Glacier Gorge Trailhead and Parking Area Closure Beginning September 28 through Early October
Beginning Monday, September 28 through Thursday, October 1, and then again Monday, October 5 through Thursday, October 8, the Glacier Gorge Parking area and Glacier Gorge Trailhead will be closed to all uses including vehicle and shuttle bus access.
This popular area will reopen Friday through Sunday (October 2 through October 4) and close again on Monday, October 5.
Repairs will address erosion damage around the trailhead kiosk and where the plaza area transitions to the Glacier Gorge Trail, helping stabilize the trail and adjacent infrastructure.
During this work, visitors hiking to destinations such as Alberta Falls, Mills Lake and Loch Vale will need to access these areas from the Bear Lake Trailhead.
Trail Closure Map for Glacier Gorge Trailhead Project
NPS Map
Last updated: September 9, 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.
