Trail Ridge Road (U.S. Hwy 34) is closed to vehicles to through travel for the season. Trail Ridge Road is closed on the east side of the park at Many Parks Curve and on the west side of the park at Colorado River Trailhead.
Transponder Sales Will Be Available at Beaver Meadows Visitor Center Starting Sunday, April 13
Transponder sales and renewals will be available on Sundays between the hours of 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. beginning this Sunday, April 13, 2025. This optional amenity is available to annual and lifetime passholders. See webpage for details. More
Planning trips to Rocky Mountain National Park between now and May 22?
A timed entry reservation is not needed to enter the park.
To enter Rocky Mountain National Park between now and May 22, arrive at one of the park's entrance stations. You will need to show or purchase a valid park entrance pass upon arrival. Click here to visit RMNP's Fees & Passes webpage.
What are Timed Entry Reservations? When Will They be Needed?
Planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park this summer season?
Beginning on May 23, 2025, a timed entry reservation will be required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during certain hours of the day. This system will be similar to the system used in 2024 and there will be two different types of reservations available to choose from:
Timed Entry (does not include access to Bear Lake Road)
Timed Entry+ Bear Lake Road
RMNP's timed entry reservation system, established through the Day Use Visitor Access Plan finalized in May 2024, manages day use visitor access in a way that maintains positive visitor experiences, promotes safety, supports the park’s ability to maintain daily operations, and protects the park's resources. Timed entry reservations spread visitor use out throughout the day and throughout the park.
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Details on Timed Entry Reservations (does not include access to Bear Lake Road)
These reservations will provide reservation holders access to all areas in Rocky Mountain National Park, excluding areas within RMNP's Bear Lake Road Corridor, located on the east side of the park. Timed Entry Reservations are best for those planning to drive over Trail Ridge Road, visit Alpine Visitor Center, explore the west side of the park, hike at Wild Basin or visit any area of Rocky Mountain National Park located outside of the Bear Lake Road Corridor.
When are Timed Entry Reservations needed to enter the park?
Timed Entry Reservations will be needed to enter Rocky Mountain National Park between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily beginning on Friday, May 23 through Monday, October 13, 2025.
Don't have a reservation? That's ok! You can enter the park before 9 a.m. or anytime after 2 p.m. without a timed entry reservation.
Details on Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations
Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations will provide reservation holders access to RMNP's popular Bear Lake Road Corridor, located on the east side of the park near Beaver Meadows Entrance. These reservations will also provide access to all other areas of Rocky Mountain National Park.
These reservations are best for those who plan to visit destinations inside the Bear Lake Road Corridor, including Moraine Park, Sprague Lake, Park & Ride Parking Area, Glacier Gorge Trailhead, and Bear Lake.
When are Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations needed to enter the park?
Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations will be needed to enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor between the hours of 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily from May 23 through Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Additional Details to Know Before Making a Reservation:
All timed entry reservations allow park visitors to enter RMNP within designated 2-hour windows of time. Once you enter the park, stay as long as you like. There is no set time for departure. The reservation system will apply to all areas of Rocky Mountain National Park.
If you have a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation, you must enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor within your designated 2-hour window of time. If you miss your designated window of time, you will be asked to turn around and come back to Bear Lake Road anytime after 2 p.m.
Also, if you have a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation, be advised that if you enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor and then want to exit and return to the Bear Lake Road Corridor later in the day, know that re-entry is only allowed after 2 p.m.
For example, if you enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor using a 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. reservation and then want to leave and return later in the day, you may re-enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor anytime after 2 p.m.
How Much Do Timed Entry Reservations Cost?
The only cost associated with making a timed entry reservation is a non-refundable $2 Recreation.gov processing fee.
Which Timed Entry Reservation Option is Best for Me?
Need help deciding which timed entry option is right for you? Check out the chart below.
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I'm Planning a Trip to Rocky During Summer or early Fall 2025, When Can I Make a Timed Entry Reservation?
Timed entry reservations will be released on a first-come, first-served basis on Recreation.gov based on the following schedule:
Release Date
Reservation Dates
May 1 at 8 a.m. MDT
May 23 - June 30
June 1 at 8 a.m. MDT
July 1 - July 31
July 1 at 8 a.m. MDT
August 1 - August 31
August 1 at 8 a.m. MDT
September 1 - September 30
September 1 at 8 a.m. MDT
October 1 - October 19
Additional timed entry reservations will be released first-come, first-served on Recreation.gov at 7 p.m. MDT on the night before a desired arrival date. These will sell out quickly, it is best to plan ahead!
To make a timed entry reservation, visit Recreation.gov or by:
Calling the reservation line (International): 606-515-6777
Calling the reservation line (TDD): 877-833-6777
Want to make a timed entry reservation? Reservations arenot currently available. They will be released on Recreation.gov beginning at 8 a.m. MDT on May 1, 2025.
Timed entry reservations can only be made on Recreation.gov. They are not available in person at any Rocky Mountain National Park entrance stations or visitor centers. To make a reservation, click on the blue button listed below.
When planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park, take time to consider your preparedness, skills, fitness and experience. No matter how you choose to recreate, be prepared to turn back when conditions change or if you are being pushed to your limits. Weather and conditions can change quickly in the Rockies. Before starting any trip, take time to explore the park's website and plan ahead for a safer and more enjoyable visit.
Example of a crowded trail during summer in RMNP
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Why Are Timed Entry Reservations in Place?
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the U.S. In 11 years, RMNP has experienced a 44 percent increase in visitation.
Most of these visits take place during the busy summer season of late May through mid-October. Rapid growth in day use visitation patterns contributed to increased traffic on roads and congestion on trails. This has led to increased negative impacts to visitor safety, led to physical and verbal confrontations between visitors, diminished the overall visitor experience, degraded the park’s natural and cultural resources and created a heavy strain on the park’s facilities.
Between 2016 and 2023, the park piloted several day-use visitor management strategies to address these concerns. During the summer of 2021 and winter of 2022-2023, RMNP staff also asked the public for their participation in envisioning the future of day use visitor access at RMNP. Following these efforts, in 2024, the National Park Service finalized a Day Use Visitor Access Plan for RMNP that manages visitation in a way that maintains positive visitor experiences, promotes safety, protects resources, and supports the park’s ability to maintain daily operations.
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Overview - Timed Entry Permits
It Depends! Consider the two questions below:
What time of day would you like to enter the park?
What areas of the park would you like to visit?
Beginning on May 23, 2025, timed entry reservations will be required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during certain hours of the day. There are two different reservation options available to choose from:
Timed Entry Reservations (do not include access to Bear Lake Road) are best for visitors planning to drive over Trail Ridge Road, visit Alpine Visitor Center, explore the west side of the park, hike at Wild Basin or visit any area of Rocky Mountain National Park located outside of the busy Bear Lake Road Corridor.
Beginning on May 23, Timed Entry Reservations will be needed to enter RMNP anytime between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. MDT.
Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations include access to the Bear Lake Road Corridor, located on the east side of RMNP near the Beaver Meadows Entrance. With a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation, you also have access to all other areas of the park. These reservations are best for those planning to visit destinations on Bear Lake Road like Moraine Park, Sprague Lake, Park & Ride Parking Area, Glacier Gorge Trailhead, and Bear Lake.
Beginning on May 23, Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations will be needed to enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor of RMNP between the hours of 5 a.m. and 6 p.m. MDT.
Both options allow park visitors to enter Rocky Mountain National Park within designated 2-hour windows of time during the day.
Reservation holders must enter the park within their designated 2-hour window of time. If you are late, you may be asked to turn around and come back later in the day.
If you have a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Resevation, you must also enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor within your designated 2-hour reservation window. If you arrive late to the Bear Lake Road, you will be asked to turn around and come back anytime after 2 p.m.
Only one timed entry reservation is required per vehicle, per day (not per person). A visitor with a Recreation.gov account may only reserve one timed entry during a single day.
Didn't get a timed entry reservation? That's ok. You can enter RMNP without a timed entry reservation and visit most areas if you enter the park before 9 a.m. or after 2 p.m.
Plan to arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to arrive for your reservation.
Be prepared for traffic delays along your route and know that wait times to enter the park can be up to 30 minutes or longer.
If you don't have a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation and would like to visit destinaitons on Bear Lake Road, you can enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor before 5 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
If you arrive at Bear Lake Road Entrance at or after 5 a.m., a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation will be is required.
To make a timed entry reservation, visit www.recreation.gov, use the Recreation.gov Mobile App or call 1-877-444-6777. Timed entry reservations are not available in person at any entrance stations or visitor centers inside Rocky Mountain National Park.
To make a timed entry reservation, begin by visiting www.recreation.gov. If you have a tablet or smart device, consider using the official Recreation.gov Moble App. Search for "Rocky Mountain National Park Timed Entry."
Don't have easy access to a computer? To make a reservation, call the Recreation.gov Reservation Line (Toll-Free) at 877-444-6777, the Reservation Line (International) at 606-515-6777, or the TDD Reservation Line at 877-833-6777.
If you do not already have a Recreation.gov account set up, users will be asked to create a new account. If you have an existing account, start by signing in to your Recreation.gov account.
It is highly recommended to take the time and set up or update your Recreation.gov account before making any reservations. Once this is done, the reservation process is much easier.
When Making a New Reservation:
Step 1: Decide which option is best for you: "Timed Entry Reservations" or "Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations" and select your desired option. Step 2: Select your arrival date and desired 2-hour window of time. Step 3: Add the reservation choice to your cart Step 4: Proceed to check out.
Once your reservation is complete, you will receive an email with your attached reservation confirmation. This is the document you will be required to show a park ranger upon arrival at the entrance gate. Remember to print out a copy of this document or take a full screenshot on your phone.
If taking a screenshot, make sure you capture the full reservation confirmation, including the dates and the reservation "QR Code."
If you are planning to access an outlying area of the park during a time of day when reservations are required, (like Lily Lake, East Inlet Trailhead, Lumpy Ridge, and more), you must have a printed copy of your reservation confirmation displayed on your vehicle's dashboard.
There is a $2 Recreation.gov processing fee for each timed entry reservation. This will be paid when you complete your reservation on Recreation.gov.
Timed entry reservations are non-transferable and non-refundable.
A valid park entrance pass is also required to enter the park. There are multiple options available. For all details on park entrance fees, visit https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/fees.htm.
Timed entry reservations will be available on a first come, first served basis through www.recreation.gov based on the following schedule:
Beginning on May 1 at 8 a.m. MDT reservations will be available for the dates of May 23 through June 30.
On June 1 at 8 a.m. MDT reservations will be available for the dates of July 1 - July 31, and any remaining days that have not been reserved for June.
On July 1 at 8 a.m. MDT reservations will be available for the dates of August 1 - August 31, and any remaining days that have not been reserved for July.
On August 1 at 8 a.m. MDT reservations will be available for the dates of September 1 - September 30, and any remaining days in August that have not been reserved.
On September 1 at 8 a.m. MDT reservations will be available for the dates of October 1 - October 19, and any remaining days in September that have not been reserved.
Additional timed entry reservations will be released on Recreation.gov beginning at 7 p.m. on the night before a desired arrival date. For instance, if a visitor is planning a trip on June 3 and they did not secure a timed entry reservation in advance, additional reservations will be released beginning at 7 p.m. MDT on the night of June 2.
Timed entry reservations are available in designated 2-hour windows of time. This means that when you make a timed entry reservation, it will be for a 2-hour span of time, like 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. When you arrive at Rocky Mountain National Park on your selected day, you must enter the park within your designated 2-hour window of time.
If you arrive outside of your reserved time frame, you may be notified by a park ranger that you have missed your reservation window and you will be asked to turn around and come back anytime after 2 p.m.
Yes. There is no length-of-stay requirement. Timed entry reservation holders are required to initially enter the park during their reserved 2-hour window of time. Once you enter, you may leave at any time.
Visitors with Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservations, be aware that if you enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor and then want to exit and return to the Bear Lake Road Corridor later in the day, re-entry is only allowed after 2 p.m.
For example, let's say you have a Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation for the hours of 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and enter at 8 a.m.
Around 10 a.m. you decide to exit the Bear Lake Road Corridor and head to Alpine Visitor Center, but you would like to come back and return to Bear Lake later in the day.
In this example, you will have to wait to re-enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor until sometime after 2 p.m.
The number of reservations available each day correspond with 90 percent of maximum parking capacity inside Rocky Mountain National Park, which come out to works out to approximately 20,000 visitors per day or 7,200 vehicles over a 24-hour period.
No. Timed entry reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to use your timed entry reservation, cancellations may be made up to 24 hours prior to your visit.
No. All timed entry reservations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Yes. During the times of day when they are in effect, a timed entry reservation is required to enter ALL areas of Rocky Mountain National Park — including driving over Trail Ridge Road (US Hwy 34) or visiting an outlying area of the park — when arriving by vehicle whether a visitor parks within RMNP or outside of the park boundary.
This includes, but is not exclusive to Lumpy Ridge, Lily Lake, Longs Peak, Wild Basin, East Inlet, and North Inlet.
An entrance fee or an annual/lifetime park pass is also required to enter all areas of Rocky Mountain National Park 24-hours a day, seven-days a week. Entrance fees and passes can be purchased in person at any of the RMNP entrance stations.
Yes. If you are planning to visit one of the park’s outlying areas (to include, but is not limited to Lily Lake, Lumpy Ridge, Longs Peak, East Inlet, and North Inlet), you will need to print and display a copy of your timed entry reservation confirmation on your vehicle's dashboard.
Additionally, be prepared to show your timed entry confirmation and a park entrance fee or pass to a park ranger if asked.
Yes. Timed entry reservations are valid for 1-day only.
If you are planning to visit Rocky Mountain National Park over multiple days and also plan to enter the park during times of day when reservations are required (for instance, anytime between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. for most areas of the park), then you will need to make a timed entry reservation for each day of your visit.
Be aware that if you enter the park before 9 a.m. or wait until after 2 p.m., you do not need a timed entry reservation to visit most destinations.
Don't have a timed entry reservation and planning to visit Bear Lake or other destinations on Bear Lake Road? You can enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor without a reservation anytime before 5 a.m. or wait until after 6 p.m.
Yes. 40 percent of each day's available reservations are released via Recreation.gov at 7 p.m. MDT on the evening prior to an arrival date. For instance, planning to visit on June 4? Additional timed entry reservations will be available beginning at 7 p.m. MDT on the evening of June 3.
It is best to plan ahead when possible. Night-before reservations will sell out quickly.
Timed entry reservations can only be made through Recreation.gov. You can call the Reservation Line at:
1-877-444-6777 (toll-free)
the Reservation Line (international) at 606-515-6777
Or the Reservation Line (TDD) at 1-877-833-6777
Timed entry reservations are not available at park entrance stations, visitor centers, or through RMNP's Information Office.
Need access to a computer? Many public libraries and hotels/motels offer free computer or internet access.
No. Timed entry reservations are non-transferable. They cannot be gifted or transferred to another person, including parents, children or siblings.
The person whose name is listed on the timed entry reservation confirmation must be present in the vehicle upon arrival. The reservation holder will be asked to show their reservation confirmation and a valid photo ID.
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the U.S. Most of these visits take place during the busy summer season of late May through mid-October. Rapid growth in day use visitation patterns contributed to increased traffic on roads and congestion on trails. This has led to increased negative impacts to visitor safety, led to physical and verbal confrontations between visitors, diminished the overall visitor experience, degraded the park’s natural and cultural resources and created a heavy strain on the park’s facilities.
Between 2016 and 2023, the park piloted several day-use visitor management strategies to address these concerns. During the summer of 2021 and winter of 2022-2023, RMNP staff also asked the public for their participation in envisioning the future of day use visitor access at RMNP. Following these efforts, in 2024, the National Park Service finalized a Day Use Visitor Access Plan for RMNP that manages visitation in a way that maintains positive visitor experiences, promotes safety, protects resources, and supports the park’s ability to maintain daily operations.
Questions Related to Camping and Service Reservations
For visitors who have a campground reservation to stay overnight at Aspenglen, Glacier Basin, or Timber Creek Campgrounds, a timed entry reservation is included with your campground reservation.
Campers will be able to initially enter the park beginning at 1 p.m. on the first day of their camping reservation, which is also the check-in time for all park campgrounds.
Campers who would like to enter the park earlier in the day will have to enter the park outside of the times of day when timed entry is in effect (for example, before 9 a.m. for most areas of the park) or they will need a timed entry reservation.
Timed entry reservations help to spread visitor use out throughout the park and throughout the day. Campers who have reservations for Glacier Basin and Aspenglen Campgrounds will have access to the Bear Lake Road Corridor as well as all other areas of the park. Park visitors who have reservations to camp at Timber Creek Campground will have access to most areas of the park, excluding the Bear Lake Road Corridor.
Campground reservations are available through www.recreation.gov and they sell out in advance.
There are no same day sales available at RMNP's campgrounds.
When arriving at the Beaver Meadows, Fall River, or Grand Lake Entrances to Rocky Mountain National Park, visitors with campground reservations should be prepared to show their reservation confirmation to a park ranger upon arrival. Campers can show a printed copy of their confirmation or a screenshot on a mobile device. If you take a screen shot, make sure to capture the full reservation confirmation including the QR Code. Partial screenshot images may not be accepted.
Campers should have both their reservation confirmation and a valid photo ID for the reservation holder ready to show a park ranger before arriving at an entrance station.
Take the time to download and save your campground reservation confirmation before arriving at the park.
Cell service is not reliable at the park's entrance stations. Do not expect to be able to open email or download anything on your mobile device at any of RMNP's entrance stations.
No. If you have a Wilderness Overnight Backpacking permit, this will serve as your timed entry reservation. You must first pick up the physical copy of your overnight wilderness permit from the RMNP Wilderness Office. Both Wilderness Office locations are open daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wilderness Office on the east side of RMNP: Visit the Wilderness Office, located along U.S. Highway 36 near the town of Estes Park, CO and adjacent to the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center.
Wilderness Office on the west side of RMNP: Visit the Kawuneeche Visitor Center, located along U.S. Highway 34 near the town of Grand Lake, CO.
To enter Rocky Mountain National Park, all Wilderness Overnight Backpackers will also need a valid park entrance fee or park pass. This can be purchased at any RMNP Entrance Station.
That depends on where and what time of day you plan to visit areas within RMNP.
Longs Peak Campground is a first come, first-served campground that is available for tents only. This campground opens each year in early July. A timed entry reservation is not included with your overnight Longs Peak Camping Fee.
For most areas of RMNP, including the Longs Peak or Wild Basin areas, if you enter the park before 9 a.m. or after 2 p.m., a timed entry reservation is not needed.
If you are entering Rocky Mountain National Park between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., then you will also need a valid timed entry reservation. When parking in outlying areas of RMNP, like at Longs Peak or Lily Lake, place a copy of your reservation confirmation on your vehicle's dash and be prepared to show your reservation confirmation and a valid park entrance fee or park pass to a park ranger if asked.
No. Visitors with horseback riding reservations will use your reservation confirmation as your timed entry. Reservation holders can enter RMNP and the Bear Lake Road Corridor up to 2-hours prior to a scheduled horseback ride.
Glacier Creek Livery, located inside Rocky Mountain National Park, will be open this summer. Reservations for rides can be booked at Hi Country / Glacier Creek Stables online at www.rockymountainhorserides.com.
There are additional liveries adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park that also provide horseback riding opportunities into the park. To learn more, visit Rocky's Goods & Services webpage.
Questions Related to Shuttles, Transportation, and Parking
No. A timed entry reservation guarantees one vehicle access to Rocky Mountain National Park on the specified day and during the designated 2-hour window of time listed on your timed entry reservation confirmation. Timed entry reservations Do NOT guarantee parking at any specific trailheads or destinations.
If a desired destination or parking area is full, please explore a different area of the park and try again later in the day. For instance, if Glacer Gorge and Bear Lake Parking Areas are full, consider parking your vehicle at Park & Ride Parking Area and ride the park's free shuttle to reach trailhead destinations. Or try driving to a different trailhead and explore a different section of Rocky Mountain National Park.
It Depends! What time of day do you plan to drive over Trail Ridge Road?
If you enter Rocky Mountain National Park prior to 9 a.m. or after 2 p.m., then no, you do not need a timed entry reservation.
If you are planning to enter Rocky Mountain Park and drive over Trail Ridge Road between the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., then yes, you will need a timed entry reservation.
If planning to arrive before 9 a.m., plan ahead and give yourself plenty to safely arrive. Lines at all RMNP entrance stations may take up to 30 minutes or longer to reach the entrance station.
If you do not have a timed entry reservation and are planning to enter the park in the morning, you must enter RMNP via an entrance station prior to 9 a.m. Between the hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., you will be asked to turn around and come back in the afternoon anytime after 2 p.m.
A valid entrance fee or park pass is always required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. This includes when driving over Trail Ridge Road.
Yes. During the summer season, the park's free shuttle buses will be in service. For details, visit RMNP's shuttle webpage. These shuttle buses provide daily service to destinations along the Bear Lake Road Corridor through mid-October, weather permitting. There are two shuttle routes available:
Bear Lake Shuttle Route
Moraine Park Shuttle Route
Shuttle service is not available to any park destinations located outside of the Bear Lake Road Corridor.
The Hiker Shuttle provides bus service to passengers from the Estes Park Visitor Center, located in the Town of Estes Park, to Rocky Mountain National Park's Park & Ride Transit Hub, located on Bear Lake Road, and back.
Visitors with Hiker Shuttle Ticket reservations will board the Hiker Shuttle at the loading location found outside of the Estes Park Visitor Center. Ask for directions at the Estes Park Visitor Center. Be aware - there are many different local Estes Park shuttles that use this transfer hub. Make sure you are boarding the correct shuttle bus.
The Hiker Shuttle does not pick up or drop-off passengers at any other locations in Estes Park or in Rocky Mountain National Park.
All riders in a party are required to have a Hiker Shuttle Ticket.
Some visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park travel in groups with multiple vehicles, these can include scouting groups, youth groups, family groups, car clubs, hiking clubs, etc.
If entering RMNP during the times of day when timed entry reservations are in effect (9 a.m. - 2 p.m. for most areas of the park), then each vehicle entering the park will need a separate timed entry reservation to enter the park.
There are two reservation options to choose from: Timed Entry or Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road.
One person may reserve only one timed entry reservation per day.
The person who makes a timed entry reservation for a vehicle must be present and traveling inside the vehicle as either the driver or a passenger.
A driver or passenger in one vehicle cannot be the timed entry reservation holder for a separate vehicle.
When entering any area of Rocky Mountain National Park during the times of day when timed entry is in effect, all vehicles, including motorcycles, are required to have a timed entry reservation per vehicle.
A valid motorcycle entrance fee or park pass is also required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week.
This means that if you are traveling in a group with multiple motorcycles, one person on each motorcycle must reserve a timed entry for the motorcycle they are riding on. The reservation holder will be asked to show both the reservation confirmation and a valid photo ID to a park ranger at the entrance to RMNP.
The person whose name is on the timed entry reservation confirmation must be present and riding on the motorcycle.
If driving over Trail Ridge Road, motorcycle riders may enter the park before 9 a.m. or after 2 p.m. without a timed entry reservation.
To enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor, motorcycle riders need to have a valid Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road reservation between the hours of 5 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Visitors who enter the park via bicycle do not need a timed entry reservation. However, you will need to pay the appropriate park entrance fees or show a valid park entrance pass upon arrival when you enter the park.
Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) and Special Use Permit (SUP) holders DO NOT need a timed entry reservation. Concessioners and Commercial Tours also do not need a timed entry reservation for their trips into Rocky Mountain National Park.
This permitted use is already being accounted for in the overall reservation system.
A timed entry reservation is required to enter ALL areas of Rocky Mountain National Park during the times when they are in effect, when arriving by vehicle, whether a visitor parks their vehicle within RMNP or outside of the park boundary.
Last updated: April 25, 2025
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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.
