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The Trails of Rocky Mountain National Park


Rocky Mountain National Park has over 355 miles (570 kilometers) of trails for hikers. These trails provide access to some of the more remote areas of the park. Some of the trails available include:

  • Bear Lake Nature Trail
  • Moraine Park Natural Trail
  • Sprague Lake Nature Trail

    Some other areas of interest are:

  • Never Summer Ranch
  • Lulu City
  • Tundra World
  • Wild Basin
  • The Backcountry



    Bear Lake Nature Trail


    Take a stroll around an alpine lake. See the results of glaciation and subalpine life. The trail is a half-mile (0.8 km) for a round trip at an elevation of 9,475 feet (2,888 meters).


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    Moraine Park Nature Trail


    This trail is an easy quarter mile (0.4 km) walk that helps you identify local plants and animals. The trail is at an elevation of 8,000 feet (2,438 meters).


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    Sprague Lake Nature Trail


    This trail is level, making it ideal for people with disabilities. The trail is a half-mile (0.8 km) for a round trip at an elevation of 8,715 feet (2,655 meters).
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    Never Summer Ranch


    Take the trail to this site. The landscape and cabins alone tell the story of 20th century homesteading and dude ranch life. The trail is a mile (1.6 km) for a round trip at an elevation of 9,000 feet (2,743 meters).
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    Lulu City


    Once a booming mining town, now only traces of log cabins remain. The trail is a 7.2 miles (11.6 km) long and at an elevation of 9,300 feet (2,935 meters). See History Page for more information.
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    Tundra World


    Short trails lead from both the Forest Canyon and Rock Cut overlooks. This site has elevations between 11,600 and 12,210 feet (3,536 and 3,752 meters).
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    Wild Basin


    This is the wild corner of the park with senic valleys, streams, and waterfalls. The trail is a 16 miles (26 km) long and at elevations between of 8,470 and 13,579 feet (2,582 and 4,140 meters).
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    The Backcountry


    Escape the crowds and enjoy the peace of the backcountry. Because the wilderness is fragile, special care must be taken.
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