Rocky Mountain National Park Summer Vacations & Activities

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Summer Activities

Guided Tours

Select your favorite from a number of high-mountain activities as varied as hot air balloon rides to guided wildlife tours of Rocky Mountain Park.

Mountain Biking

Shed the horseshoes & saddle up Rocky Mountain style for a singletrack or cycling experience you only get mountain biking Colorado. Rentals & tours.

Whitewater Rafting

Book thrilling whitewater rafting that will take you on the epic Poudre River or the legendary Colorado River through rapids you won't soon forget.

Horseback Riding

Experience the Rockies in any season by horseback. Imagine jouncing along while taking in the big mountains and clean air the Rockies are known for.

Fishing

Try your hand at fishing the best lakes, rivers and spring creeks the Rocky Mountains are known for. Guided tours or rentals available here.

Hiking & Backpacking

Explore 350 miles of high-country trails in Rocky Mountain National Park that can take you to mountain peaks or bejeweled backcountry lakes.

Summer Activities

Summer is probably the greatest time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park because of accessibility and variety of outdoor activities available. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails lead to beautiful vistas and lakes. Local rivers and lakes provide hours of fun for fishing or rafting. Explore the mountains in a different way than you are used to ... hire a climbing guide, enjoy the views along a scenic drive, go off-roading on an ATV.

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Other Summer Activities Resources

The Boulder Parks and Recreation Foundation

The Boulder Parks and Recreation Foundation strives to raise funds to support future recreational facilities and programs.

Rocky Mountain Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association

The Rocky Mountain Hang Gliding Association is a good resource for pilots, or those who just want to learn, around Rocky Mountain National Park.

American Birding Association

Birding is a great summer activity in the Rocky Mountain National Park area.

Watchable Wildlife Incorporated

Offering educational programs on sustaining environmentally friendlly tourism.