Rocky Mountain National Park

Fall Proves Fatal To Colorado Man At Rocky Mountain National Park

A Colorado man apparently trying to summit Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park has been killed in what appears to have been a fall of about 1,000 feet, according to park officials.

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By NPT Staff - June 11th, 2014 10:25am

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Canadian Stranded On Longs Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park Rescued

A young Canadian climber who found himself stuck in a precarious perch on Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park was safely rescued by rangers.

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By NPT Staff - May 29th, 2014 5:32am

Climber Stranded On Longs Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park

Climbing rangers at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado were battling wintry conditions Wednesday as they tried to reach a 19-year-old Canadian stranded on Longs Peak.

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By NPT Staff - May 28th, 2014 12:47pm

Estes Park, A Natural Extension Of Rocky Mountain National Park

Strolling, appropriately enough, down Elkhorn Avenue, the small band of elk didn’t notice that Estes Park is not inside Rocky Mountain National Park, and you likely won’t, either.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 21st, 2014 2:15am

National Park Service Key Player In Nurturing Tomorrow's Park Interpreters, Naturalists

Reaching into his daypack, the ranger pulled out a banana slug. Not a real one, but a stuffed animal version, a perfect prop to explain just exactly what banana slugs were to the youngsters in his audience here in the Hoh Rain Forest of Olympic National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 18th, 2014 2:15am

Some Spring Safety Tips For Visitors To National Parks In The Rocky Mountains

Spring can come slowly in the national parks in the Rocky Mountains, as evidenced by the many weeks it takes to open Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park and Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park. And that slow transition of seasons requires you to keep your wits about you if visiting the parks in this season.

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By Kurt Repanshek - May 14th, 2014 3:10am

Photography In The National Parks: Capturing Spring

Springtime is a great time to take photos in the national parks, but are you prepared for that task? Rebecca Latson has some suggestions for what you need to consider before heading off into the parks.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 29th, 2014 4:03am

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DOT Allocates $3.5 Million To Repair Rocky Mountain National Park Roads Damaged By Flooding

Rocky Mountain National Park, where roads were heavily damaged by flooding last fall, will receive $3.5 million to help pay for repair work from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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By NPT Staff - April 24th, 2014 3:03am

NPCA: States Should Be Repaid For Opening National Parks During October Shutdown

The National Parks Conservation Association is urging Congress to repay those states that made it possible for a handful of national parks to open for business during last October's shutdown.

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By NPT Staff - March 14th, 2014 5:48am

Which National Park Drives Are On Your 2014 Calendar?

With the travel season not too far off, you should be planning your national park adventures. If you're looking for a great scenic drive, we offer the following for your consideration.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 28th, 2014 3:41am

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