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Welcome to the official website of the Estes Park Chamber of Commerce. We hope you'll find it beneficial in learning more about Estes Park, Colorado, and in planning what will probably be one of your most memorable vacations.
In Estes Park, life is the way you wish it could be. This beautiful mountain town, surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains, is your gateway to the number one tourist destination in Colorado -- Rocky Mountain National Park! Here, you'll find so much to do, see and enjoy and you'll discover wonderful treasures, both tangible and intangible, to take away with you. The inspiring natural beauty of the Estes Valley will lift your spirits. The cadence of the mountain environment will both relax and invigorate you. And the friendly faces and hospitality you'll encounter will make you feel at home. Estes Park will find a special place in your heart.
The Estes Park Chamber of Commerce (EPCC) represents all sectors of the area's business community. Our expertise is in matching your needs with the accommodations, campgrounds, restaurants, unique shops, activities, attractions, family fun and services that will help you make the most of your Estes Park experience, whether it is your first visit or one of many. If you have additional questions after exploring our website please call us at (800-378-3708) or send e-mail to staff@estesparkchamber.com. And when you arrive, be sure to make the Estes Park Information Center your first stop. We look forward to welcoming you!
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About the Town Estes Park
Nestled in a high mountain valley at just above 7,500 feet elevation, Estes Park, Colorado is home to more than the year-around natural splendor of the mountains. This delightful mountain village welcomes visitors of al ages with festivals, cultural experiences, downtown gardens, playgrounds, river walks, bike trails and grassy parks featuring sculptures of mountain wildlife. Victorian lights and sidewalk benches add an old fashioned feel to the array of charming shops and restaurants.
Over 300 unique shops and galleries offer an attractive shopping variety from handcrafted art to special giftware and fine apparel. There are restaurants galore … everything from typical fast food selections to trendy cuisine and fine dining can be found here. You can choose from a wide variety of accommodations ranging from rustic to luxurious … all of which welcome visitors to a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere.
Come into our mountains and discover the magic of the surroundings … the charm of the village, the almost limitless variety of things to do and see … it's an unparalleled experience, one that you will not soon forget.
Estes Park was selected by the readers of Family Fun magazine as the top town in the mountains and plains. It was selected on the basis of shop-keeper friendliness, great lodging, and spectacular views in Rocky Mountain National Park. April, 2002 issue.
Click here to visit the website for the Town of Estes Park.
Altitude: 7,522 feet above sea level
Climate
Estes Park's beautiful dry climate attracts thousands of visitors each summer from hot, humid climates at lower elevations. The low humidity makes the hot summer days (average high in July is about 85°) seem cool to those from other areas of the country. And our cool evenings (it can dip to under 50° at night in July) are extremely comfortable. Mornings are almost unfailingly sunny, winter and summer, and the frequent summertime afternoon showers usually dissipate in time for the nightly display of stars in the sky, made even more spectacular by the lack of urban light and air pollution. Winters are surprisingly mild, with highs usually in the 40s and lows in the 20s. Snow seldom stays on the ground for more than a few days. The village of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park are two of the most accessible mountain areas in the state of Colorado because there are no mountain passes to cross en route and because the highways are well maintained year-round.
Weather
Month Avg.
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January 38 16 February 41 17 March 45 21 April 54 27 May 62 35 June 73 41 July 78 46 August 77 45 September 70 38 October 60 30 November 46 23 December 40 18
History
According to archaeologists, the area has been a resort community for 10,000 years, attracting Ute and Arapaho Indian families for the summer. Drawn by the lure of pristine mountain surroundings, modern day visitors have included gunslingers, ranchers and inventors - one of whom was F. O. Stanley who opened his famed Stanley Hotel in Estes Park in 1909. More recently, Pope John Paul II visited the area in 1993 and the Emperor of Japan included Estes Park on his itinerary in 1994.
The Name
The word "park" in the name "Estes Park" comes from the geologic description of a glacially cut level valley between mountain ranges. "Estes" refers to one of the earliest settlers.
Population
The Estes Park School District comprises an area including Glen Haven, Pinewood Springs and Allenspark. The area has a 12-month population of about 10,000. The area's full time population swells to more than 15,000 in summer months, with an estimated daily population count of 50,000.
Town Map
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