🦌 The King of Estes Park — Just Chillin’ by the Museum 🌲🏔️ Spotted lounging by the Estes Park Museum sign, this bull elk is the definition of mountain calm. Fall brings wild bugles and sparring, but even the biggest bulls take quiet breaks between patrols. Watching him here is a reminder of why elk viewing in Estes Park Rocky Mountain National Park is among the very best in America: the herds are healthy, visible year-round, and move naturally between meadows, town parks, and high valleys—oft

🌊🏞️ Lake Estes: Easy Fun, Big Views Looking for a simple, happy day in Estes Park? Lake Estes has a little of everything—close to town, big mountain views, and activities for every energy level. Here are fun ideas to try: Walk or bike the loop: The 3.75-mile paved trail circles the lake with nonstop views (great for strollers and many wheelchairs). Rent on the water: From the Lake Estes Marina (seasonal), hop on a paddleboard, kayak, canoe, pedal boat, or pontoon for a calm cruise. Cast a line