Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Estes Park is a hiker’s paradise. With scenic trails, diverse landscapes, and abundant wildlife, Estes Park offers something for everyone! If you’re looking to explore the great outdoors, this guide will take you through the best hiking in Estes Park and help you make the most of…
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Winter transforms Estes Park into a winter wonderland when the snow starts to fall. There’s a serene joy in strapping on a pair of snowshoes walking softly over fresh snow and escaping from the hustle of daily life. Snowshoeing in Estes Park offers endless views of snow-covered landscapes and peaceful forest trails. It’s a must-try…
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Are you planning a trip to Estes Park or Grand Lake and want to know the best time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park? Rocky Mountain National Park is a breathtaking expanse of mountainous paradise and throughout the year, this natural wonderland offers something unique and enchanting for visitors to experience. From the vibrant blooms…
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Looking for the best hikes at Rocky Mountain National Park to explore during your visit? Here, at Kirks Mountain Adventures, our expert hiking guides in Estes Park have put in the miles and time on the hikes at Rocky Mountain National Park, and we’re happy to share our top list of trails with you. From…
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Looking for the best short overnight backpacking trips in Colorado? At Kirks Mountain Adventures, we are no stranger to Rocky Mountain National Park backpacking trips. In fact, we have been guiding them for almost 20 years! Whether your group is looking for a guided overnight backpacking trip, or are just looking for some recommendations of…
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There’s no doubt about it, Colorado is a pet-friendly paradise and there are plenty of dog-friendly hikes in Estes Park that are worth checking out. Unfortunately for pet owners, Rocky Mountain National Park only allows pets in certain areas of the park, making it difficult to bring your four-legged friend on that epic hiking adventure.…
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When you are planning a backpacking trip, there are a few steps you must take. First of all, you should call Kirk’s Mountain Adventure to schedule your guided Rocky Mountain hiking trip! After that, you will want to prepare yourself physically for your trip. At Kirk’s Mountain Adventure, we tailor our guided backpacking trips to…
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If you are looking for an interesting activity in Estes Park, then our llama hiking trips may be just the ticket! These trips are perfect for the whole family, regardless of age or ability. Enjoy the majestic views of Rocky Mountain National Park while a llama carries your equipment, or perhaps even your child! You…
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Backpacking is not for the faint of heart. Backpacking requires days and nights to be spent in the great outdoors. Cooking is completed over campfires and small stoves. At night, you curl up in a sleeping bag listening to the wind rustle the leaves and the sound of the forest and its animals. There is…
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The crystal clear, cold, flowing waters of Estes Park may not be as clean as you believe. Small microbes, particulates, and bacteria that can lead to illness live in clear water. We know, you never worried about this when you were children, but things are different. Regardless of how wonderfully refreshing it would be to…
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