Caitlin & Jeff

August 2, 2024 • Estes Park, CO, USA

Caitlin & Jeff

August 2, 2024 • Estes Park, CO, USA

Things to Do

Rocky Mountain National Park

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Colorado, USA
(970) 586-1206

There a few details to organize before hiking the Rocky Mountains! Check out the website to organize a timed parking pass and review parking options. Some trails need a shuttle to the start of some hikes.


Let us know if you have any questions and we can try to point you in the right direction.

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Whiskey Tasting at the Stanley

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333 E Wonderview Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517

PRIVATE, CURATED AND LIMITED

Single barrels or special bottles, the Vault is a collection of The Stanley’s other spirits (ONLY available here at the hotel). Most of these selections are 1 of less than 200 bottles in existence. The Vault offers private, curated tastings exploring a little whiskey history, classifications (What’s a bourbon?), and the best way to enjoy it (however you like). Tastings accommodate all levels of spirits enthusiasts.


THE STANLEY HOTEL NIGHT TOUR

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333 E Wonderview Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517
(970) 577-4110

Immerse yourself in the history of The Stanley Hotel after dark!


For those of you who don't know Stephen King Was Inspired to Write the Book Because of a Nightmare He Had at the Hotel. In September 1974, Stephen King and his wife, Tabby, spent a night at The Stanley Hotel (room 217, to be exact) and were the only guests on the entire property. There are plenty of other ghost stories surrounding the hotel and this is your chance to get a first hand experience!

The Stanley Hotel Spirited Night Tour is a 60-minute walking tour that will take you through the dark edges of the hotel. It is a unique way to experience the hotel's spirited tales with a knowledgeable storyteller under the ambiance of nighttime in the Rocky Mountains. Each tour offers you opportunities to explore, ask questions, and perhaps leave with a few stories of your own.

Estes Park 18-Hole Golf Course

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1480 Golf Course Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA
(970) 586-8146

The courses sit in a natural valley that is surrounded by spectacular mountains. During most of the year, you are able to play your round of golf while sharing the course with herds of deer and elk with an occasional coyote or two watching. A few notes about the course:

- Tee-times are strongly recommended call (970) 586-8146 Ext. 0, for tee-times or to speak to a person in the pro shop.

- Weekday tee-times may be made 7 days in advance.

- Weekend tee-times may be made by calling at 4 p.m. on the Friday of the previous weekend -- 8 or 9 days in advance.

- Steel spikes are NOT ALLOWED.

- Children ages 7-17 are eligible for our junior rate. Children younger than age 7 must have a signed waiver and be accompanied by a parent or guardian.


White Water Rafting

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(970) 577-7238

Rapid Transit Rafting is Estes Park’s only hometown rafting company. We’re the only rafting company providing transportation from Estes Park to the river so you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying your vacation. We offer half-day and full-day rafting adventures with transportation from Estes Park on every trip, every day.


Some packages that we offered:

- Breathtaking trips on the beautiful Upper Colorado River. A true Colorado experience with a scenic drive through Rocky Mountain National Park

- Half-day rapids trips on the Cache la Poudre River. Trips are offered 1-3 times daily throughout the summer

Walk Around Downtown Estes Park

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Estes Park, Colorado, is surrounded by a treasure of natural and scenic wonders. It’s the perfect basecamp for adventure, boasting more than 300 shops that showcase everything from handmade local goods to outdoor gear to good food and drink. It’s become a destination for art-lovers, foodies, and craft-beer enthusiasts alike. And with it all comes with those incredible views that attract visitors from around the world.


Estes Park Ride-A-Kart

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2250 Big Thompson Ave, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA
(970) 586-6495

Ride A Kart has been Estes Park’s Premiere Family Entertainment Center for over 60 years. We are a 3rd generation family owned business and proud to be part of the community and help provide lasting memories for our guests for generations to come.


Ride A Kart features fun rides and attractions for the entire family including Grand Prix Go-Karts, highly acclaimed 2 x 18-hole Mini Golf Courses Bumper Boats, Batting Cages, Casey’s Miniature Train, Xtreme Bungee Trampolines, Water wars (a water balloon battle), Bumper Kars, an Arcade and Munch Kart.

Other Things To Do

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Estes Park, Colorado

Visit this website for more information on what to do when visiting Estes Park!


Take a Personalized Guided Tour in the Rockies

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