Rocky Mountain National Park ~ Southwestern Entrance
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member brwhiz
N 40° 15.542 W 105° 50.105
13T E 428987 N 4456842
The southwestern entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park is on US Highway 34 (Trail Ridge Road) about one mile north of Grand Lake, Colorado.
Waymark Code: WMGAXP
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 02/07/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member MNSearchers
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From the Park's web page:

Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles encompass and protect spectacular mountain environments. Enjoy Trail Ridge Road – which crests over 12,000 feet including many overlooks to experience the subalpine and alpine worlds – along with over 300 miles of hiking trails, wildflowers, wildlife, starry nights, and fun times. In a world of superlatives, Rocky is on top!

Park Name: Rocky Mountain National Park

Historic/Cultural Park: no

Natural Park: yes

Recreation Area: yes

Wildlife Refuge: no

Park Website: [Web Link]

Type of Listing: Entrance

Other Type Detail: None

Fees in Local Currency: 20.00 (listed in local currency)

Dates of Access: From: 01/01/2013 To: 12/31/2013

Hours available: From: 12:00 AM To: 12:00 AM

Hiking: yes

Camping: yes

Bicycling: yes

Horseback Riding: yes

Off-Roading: yes

Swimming: no

Snorkling/Scuba: no

Rock Climbing: yes

Fishing: yes

Other Park Type not listed above: Not listed

Boating: Not Listed

Other Activities: Not listed
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