← The Colorado Rockies
Stop 2 · Days 682–685
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park, COA high-country wonderland of alpine tundra, glacier-carved lakes, and elk — crossed by the highest continuous paved road in the country.
Where to stay
An Estes Park lodge (or the Stanley Hotel)
At the park gate; the Stanley inspired 'The Shining.'
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You gotta eat this
Elk chili & a mountain ale
Hearty food at altitude.
The days here
Each day opens its own hour-by-hour page
What this stop is made of
- National Parks & Forests
- Landmarks & Monuments