3-Day Rocky Mountain National Park itinerary guide

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Rocky Mountain National Park — Rocky Mountain National Park in September 2011 - Bear Lake - Aspen grove

Top stops to prioritize

Bear Lake Trailhead
The Wild Rose Restaurant
Alpine Visitor Center
White Buffalo Pub
Pizza Co
Brownfield's - Souvenirs & Outdoor Gear
Big Horn Restaurant
Moraine Park

Day 1: Most popular attractions

For day 1, we strategically grouped the most popular attraction, Trail Ridge Rd, with surrounding point of interests to start your trip off with a bang.

Bear Lake Trailhead
Moraine Park
Many Parks Curve Overlook
Forest Canyon Overlook
Fall River Visitor Center
The Taffy Shop
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
Estes Park Brewery

Day 2: East side of town

For day 2, we recommend exploring the east side side of town.

Alpine Visitor Center
Bear Lake
Emerald Lake
Glacier Basin Campground
Moraine Park Discovery Center
Moraine Park Campground
Kawuneeche Visitor Center

Day 3: Off the beaten path

For day 3, if you don’t mind the extra trek, today covers more off the beaten path places like Brownfield's - Souvenirs & Outdoor Gear.

Brownfield's - Souvenirs & Outdoor Gear
Patterson Glassworks Studio & Gallery
Snowy Peaks Winery
Lake Estes Marina
Estes Park Museum
Lily Lake

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