Rocky Mountain National Park

Warming Climate Expected To Affect Rocky Mountain Rivers

Rivers in the Rocky Mountains that typically freeze over during winter are expected to see fewer days of being frozen as the climate continues to warm, according to researchers at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.

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By NPT Staff - January 2nd, 2020 1:45am

Winter Opens Snowy National Parks To Hardy Adventurers

Thanksgiving week brought a lot of snow to much of the country. I returned home to find 8-9 inches of the white stuff in the yard, and a decided chill (low teens) in the air. All of which naturally got me thinking about how to enjoy the winter months in the cold weather side of the National Park System. If you’re looking to enjoy parks chilled and blanketed by winter, here are some destinations to consider.

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By Kurt Repanshek - December 6th, 2019 1:45am

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Deep Listening In National Parks Brings Rewards

What do you hear when you visit a national park? Spend some time with Jacob Job, a natural sounds recording specialist, and you'll likely learn to hear much, much more.

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By NPT Staff - December 1st, 2019 1:09pm

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Winter Has Descended On National Parks In The Rockies

Need proof that winter is moving in? Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park has closed for the season, most roads in Yellowstone National Park are closed to wheeled vehicles, and visitor services are going into hibernation at Glacier National Park.

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By NPT Staff - November 1st, 2019 2:00am

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Study Says Yellowstone National Park Backpackers Mostly Happy With Their Experience

A study into the experiences of backpackers in Yellowstone National Park came away with the conclusion that almost all had a great experience. Most said they didn't think the park's backcountry was crowded, and they had no problem with the fees they had to pay.

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By Kurt Repanshek - October 1st, 2019 8:07am

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Higher Camping Fees Possible At Rocky Mountain National Park

Higher camping fees could be in the future at Rocky Mountain National Park, where park staff is considering a slight increase in campground fees.

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By NPT Staff - September 2nd, 2019 1:45am

Body Of Colorado Man Recovered At Rocky Mountain National Park

Rangers at Rocky Mountain National Park have recovered the body of a Colorado man who was reported overdue from a trip into the park. It was located from the air in a steep, scree area above Mirror Lake.

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By NPT Staff - August 6th, 2019 5:33pm

Mouth of Dream Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park

The log-jammed mouth of Dream Lake surrounded by mountains and clouds in Rocky Mountain National Park

Holding 156 lakes within its boundaries, Rocky Mountain National Park has no shortage of mountain and water scenery.

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Mouth of Dream Lake

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By Rebecca Latson - July 18th, 2019 12:10pm

Body Thought To Be Of Micah Tice Found At Rocky Mountain National Park

Remains of a U.S. Air Force Prep School Academy cadet were recovered Friday from the backcountry of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, roughly eight months after he disappeared in the park.

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By NPT Staff - July 5th, 2019 6:10pm

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Trail Ridge Road At Rocky Mountain National Park Still Buried In Snow

Heavy snow, gusting winds, and below freezing temperatures continue to hamper efforts to open Trail Ridge Road across the roof of Rocky Mountain National Park to wheeled traffic.

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By NPT Staff - June 24th, 2019 11:38am

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