Size: 265,807 Acres
Year Established: 1915
Annual Visitors: 4.43 Million
Firearms Information in Rocky Mountain National Park
Before entering the park, you are responsible for understanding and abiding by all applicable state, local, and federal firearm regulations.
You are allowed to openly carry handguns and rifles, as well as transport them in vehicles, but you need to have a valid Colorado concealed carry permit or from a reciprocal state.
Certain buildings (visitor centers, ranger stations, government offices) are prohibited by federal law from possessing weapons, as indicated by signs posted at all public entrances.
No target shooting or firearm discharge is permitted for recreational purposes.
Guns should not be considered a strategy for protecting against wildlife.
Bear spray and other safety procedures are the only approaches that have been demonstrated to prevent bear and other wildlife interactions.
Colorado’s precise gun laws can be obtained from the state.
Hunting in Rocky Mountain National Park
No hunting is allowed in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Additional Information About Rocky Mountain National Park
There are 77 peaks in this park that are over 12,000 feet in elevation, making it a paradise for mountaineers and hikers. Scary heights include Diamond, which soars to a vertical distance of 2,000 feet, and Long Peak, which soars to a height of 14,259 feet. The evergreen forests, alpine tundra, and little wildflower meadows are perfect for tourists who don’t want to take any chances with their lives.
Grizzly bears have been eradicated from this territory straddling the Continental Divide, but moose, bighorn sheep, and elk have been successfully reintroduced to what is now the fourth most visited park in the United States.
“The Rockies are…uniquely rich with mountain views that fire the blood and make life stronger and sweeter,” stated naturalist Enos Mills, also known as the “father of Rocky Mountain National Park.”
Best Time to Visit Rocky Mountain National Park
The best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park is between the months of June to September.
Visitor Fees
$15.00 per person/cyclist for up to 1 day
$30.00 per vehicle for up to 1 day
$25.00 per motorcycle for up to 1 day
$35.00 per vehicle for up to 7 days
$30.00 per motorcycle for up to 7 days
$70.00 for Rocky Mountain National Park Annual Pass
Interesting in visiting multiple National Parks this year?
Consider the America The Beautiful Annual Park Pass.
This annual park pass to gets you and some friends into all U.S. National Parks for $80.
They also offer Senior, Military, and other discounts.
Visitor Centers
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Address
1000 US-36,
Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone Number
(970) 586-1206
Hours of Operation
Daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Be sure to check for seasonal closures.
Fall River Visitor Center
Address
US-34,
Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone Number
(970) 586-1206
Hours of Operation
Daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Be sure to check for seasonal closures.
Alpine Visitor Center
Address
Trail Ridge Rd,
Grand Lake, CO 80447
Phone Number
970-586-1222
Hours of Operation
Daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Be sure to check for seasonal closures.