Estes Park

• Summer gets busy, so it's recommended you book your lodging well ahead of time during peak season.
• If you do bring a car, learn Colorado’s traction and four-wheel-drive rules and check road conditions before you go. You can also utilize the free seasonal shuttles that take you between town and the RMNP.

• Respect the Outdoors: Pack it in, pack it out. Locals take "Leave No Trace" seriously, littering or going off trail is heavily frowned upon. Stay on designated trails and avoid cutting switchbacks.

• Trail Sharing: On bike/pedestrian trails, bikers yield to pedestrians, and everyone yields to horses (if present). Give a friendly “on your left” when passing and slow down near families or pets.

• Tip Staff: It's customary to tip restaurant staff 15-20%

• High Altitude Awareness: Breckenridge sits at 7,523 ft (2,293 m), so visitors often experience altitude sickness. Hydrate, take it easy the first day, and avoid alcohol initially. Consider electrolyte drinks and don't skip meals.
• Sun & Weather: UV exposure is intense at altitude, sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats are essentials, even in winter. Weather changes fast in the mountains. Always bring layers and check the forecast before heading out.
• Wildlife Caution: Estest Park is surrounded by national forest and home to moose, black bears, and foxes. Keep a safe distance and never feed wildlife. Store food properly at campsites and be cautious on trails, especially at dawn and dusk.
• Remote Trails: Use caution on backcountry trails during winter storms or fire season.

• Leashed pets are allowed in town and on select trails.
• Pets are not allowed on trails within Rocky Mountain National Park. It is recommended that you leave them behind when visiting the park, if you plan to leave your vehicle for any extended period of time.
• Pet-friendly patios are available at several restaurants around town.

• Wheelchair-friendly paths are found at the Riverwalk, Lake Estes Trail, and Estes Park Visitor Center.
• Estes Park is happy to offer ADA-accessible electric town shuttles.
• RMNP has accessible viewpoints and restrooms.

• “Leave No Trace” principles widely encouraged.
• Water refill stations are located throughout town.
• Composting and recycling programs supported by local businesses.
• Dark-sky initiatives are in place.

There may be overpriced rentals on unverified sites, only use official parking meters and lots, and compare prices at souvenir shops.

Police/Fire/Medical - 911, Estes Park Health - (970) 586-2317, RMNP Dispatch - (970) 586-1206