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re: Estes Park and Colorado Springs
Posted on 3/21/24 at 11:27 pm to Shanegolang
Posted on 3/21/24 at 11:27 pm to Shanegolang
Gonna hijack this thread since it kinda relates to my question
Trying to plan a trip this summer with my 2 oldest kids (13/16), thinking of doing RMNP. Have to drive since my 13yo can have weird sensory issues and don’t need her freaking out on a plane. But I love a good road trip, not a terrible 2 day drive from north Alabama. We took a couple road trips like this out west growing up (one that involved an RV that burned to the ground in the middle of nowhere Nebraska lol) and it’s some of my favorite memories. My dad passed away last summer and I just really feel like this trip would do me some good and also introduce my teenagers to that part of the country.
Anyways, I’m planning to use my Hilton points, do y’all think staying in Boulder would be a terrible idea? Estes Park sounds more ideal but I kinda have to budget this trip and I have enough points to cover the stay. Planning for 5 nights, think that would give us enough time to not feel rushed even if we have to drive an hour in/out, may even head down to CS for a day, I don’t know.
Am I way off thinking I can set up shop in Boulder for this trip?
Trying to plan a trip this summer with my 2 oldest kids (13/16), thinking of doing RMNP. Have to drive since my 13yo can have weird sensory issues and don’t need her freaking out on a plane. But I love a good road trip, not a terrible 2 day drive from north Alabama. We took a couple road trips like this out west growing up (one that involved an RV that burned to the ground in the middle of nowhere Nebraska lol) and it’s some of my favorite memories. My dad passed away last summer and I just really feel like this trip would do me some good and also introduce my teenagers to that part of the country.
Anyways, I’m planning to use my Hilton points, do y’all think staying in Boulder would be a terrible idea? Estes Park sounds more ideal but I kinda have to budget this trip and I have enough points to cover the stay. Planning for 5 nights, think that would give us enough time to not feel rushed even if we have to drive an hour in/out, may even head down to CS for a day, I don’t know.
Am I way off thinking I can set up shop in Boulder for this trip?
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Posted on 3/22/24 at 4:33 pm to Shanegolang
Trail Ridge Road won't be open all the way across right now. Go to Bear Lake, that should be accessible, although you need to be able to walk on snow and ice. Shopping in Estes is fun. Food-wise, be sure to go to the Himalayan if you like Indian food, Grubsteak or Penelope's for burgers, and Claire's for absolutely anything. Bird & Jim restaurant is exceptional as well. Walk through Moraine Park , go as far as Many Parks Curve for the views if the road is closed, and enjoy the incredible canyon just west of Loveland on the way in. Just drive the real estate. The Windcliffe development on Hwy 66 on the west side of town has incredible views.
If you're in CO Springs, go to The Loop in Manitou Springs for some of the best Mexican food anywhere. The Chiles Rellenos are the best you've ever had -- better than Pancho's back in the day. Great Margaritas, too.
Have fun; it's gorgeous everywhere you go.
If you're in CO Springs, go to The Loop in Manitou Springs for some of the best Mexican food anywhere. The Chiles Rellenos are the best you've ever had -- better than Pancho's back in the day. Great Margaritas, too.
Have fun; it's gorgeous everywhere you go.
Posted on 3/22/24 at 4:36 pm to nastynate05
Boulder is pricy as well. Look at Lyons - it's closer and less expensive.
Posted on 3/23/24 at 7:43 am to nastynate05
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Am I way off thinking I can set up shop in Boulder for this trip?
Yeah, Boulder will be great for a week. Easy access to Estes either up through Lyons or head up the canyon to Ned and take Peak to Peak over. If creek isn’t raging y’all can rent tubes and float in town. My kids are similar ages and still love Pearl St mall. There are cool hikes in town at Chautauqua Park.
Also close enough to Denver if you want to fool with any of the stuff here.
Posted on 3/26/24 at 2:24 pm to nastynate05
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Trying to plan a trip this summer with my 2 oldest kids (13/16), thinking of doing RMNP. Have to drive since my 13yo can have weird sensory issues and don’t need her freaking out on a plane. But I love a good road trip, not a terrible 2 day drive from north Alabama. We took a couple road trips like this out west growing up (one that involved an RV that burned to the ground in the middle of nowhere Nebraska lol) and it’s some of my favorite memories. My dad passed away last summer and I just really feel like this trip would do me some good and also introduce my teenagers to that part of the country.
Anyways, I’m planning to use my Hilton points, do y’all think staying in Boulder would be a terrible idea? Estes Park sounds more ideal but I kinda have to budget this trip and I have enough points to cover the stay. Planning for 5 nights, think that would give us enough time to not feel rushed even if we have to drive an hour in/out, may even head down to CS for a day, I don’t know.
Am I way off thinking I can set up shop in Boulder for this trip?
YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park has cabins that open up for booking for the summer next Wednesday at 7am CST. Cheap cheap.
This post was edited on 3/26/24 at 2:26 pm
Posted on 3/26/24 at 3:33 pm to Shanegolang
We rented a Jeep and hit some off-road trails, it was a good time.
Posted on 3/27/24 at 2:24 pm to HTOWNTIGER1
Are there any hotels along the river/creek which runs through town?
Planning on going to EP in July of this year
Planning on going to EP in July of this year
Posted on 6/30/25 at 4:30 pm to DarthRebel
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Stay at The Stanley in Estes Park. It is not a luxury hotel, but has "charm".
Any experience with the Aspire at Stanley? I was also looking at the Estes Park Resort. It looks like it was recently renovated.
Posted on 7/1/25 at 8:47 pm to MintBerry Crunch
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YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park has cabins that open up for booking for the summer next Wednesday at 7am CST. Cheap cheap.
Not as once as they used to be
Posted on 7/2/25 at 12:32 pm to MintBerry Crunch
if you make it to canon city, be sure and drive skyline drive.
Posted on 7/2/25 at 12:34 pm to Shanegolang
Garden of the Gods
7 Falls
Pikes Peak
Stanley Hotel
7 Falls
Pikes Peak
Stanley Hotel
Posted on 7/4/25 at 9:52 pm to Shanegolang
Does anyone have a fly fishing guide in Estes Park that they recommend?
Posted on 7/5/25 at 9:52 am to Cash
Anglers Covey
This post was edited on 7/5/25 at 9:53 am
Posted on 7/7/25 at 9:33 am to Cash
Highly recommend Lost Outfitters. Those guys are top notch.
Posted on 7/7/25 at 3:18 pm to Cajun1915
One more question. Does anyone have a cabin or group of cabin's they would recommend? We would want something nicer than the YMCA cabins.
Posted on 7/7/25 at 8:31 pm to Cash
Only been once so nothing to compare to in the area, but we stayed here and enjoyed it. Right on the backside of town, walkable to Elkhorn Ave. (although no sidewalks for a little bit), as with most of Estes, elk were always in the yard. Good deck with a grill for steaks from The Country Market down the road.
Estes Park Cabin
Estes Park Cabin
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