Frommer's Rocky Mountain National Park

by Laine, Don; Laine, Barbara

• ISBN13: 9780028630854
• ISBN10: 0028630858
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-05-01
• Publisher: Frommer

Summary

The perfect size to fit easily into a backpack, this handy guide contains all the information one needs to explore the majestic Rockies, from itineraries to help find the highlights to tips on where to watch the sunset. Line drawings.

Table of Contents

List of Maps	p. vii
Welcome to Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 1
One Gutsy Lady!	p. 2
A Look at Rocky Mountain National Park Today	p. 4
The Best of Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 6
Planning Your Trip	p. 14
Getting Started: Information & Reservations	p. 15
When to Go	p. 17
Permits You Can Obtain in Advance	p. 20
Getting There	p. 20
What Should I Take?	p. 21
Tips for RVers & Tenters	p. 24
Renting an RV for Your National Park Trek	p. 26
Learning Vacations & Organized Tours	p. 28
Tips for Travelers with Disabilities	p. 29
Tips for Travelers with Pets	p. 29
Tips for Travelers with Children	p. 30
Protecting Your Health & Safety	p. 31
Warning: You Are in Bear Country!	p. 33
Protecting the Environment	p. 34
Exploring Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 35
Essentials	p. 35
Numbers, Numbers, Numbers	p. 38
Where to Find Restrooms	p. 41
Fast Facts: Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 42
Tips from a Park Ranger	p. 45
The Highlights	p. 47
How to See the Park in Several Days	p. 47
Driving Tours	p. 51
Old Fall River Road: A Step Back in Time	p. 54
Ranger Programs & Guided Hikes	p. 57
Historic Attractions	p. 58
The Grand Ditch	p. 60
Hikes & Other Outdoor Pursuits in Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 62
East-Side Day Hikes	p. 63
Photography 101: Tips from a Pro	p. 64
Rocky's Ultimate Challenge: Longs Peak	p. 70
West-Side Day Hikes	p. 81
Exploring the Backcountry	p. 87
Backcountry Equipment Checklist	p. 89
Biking & Mountain Biking	p. 91
Climbing & Mountaineering	p. 92
Educational Programs	p. 94
Fishing	p. 95
Horseback Riding	p. 96
Winter Activities	p. 97
Camping in Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 100
Lodging & Dining Inside the Park	p. 100
Camping Inside the Park	p. 101
Camping Near the Park on the East Side	p. 102
Camping Near the Park on the West Side	p. 104
Campgrounds	p. 105
Camper Services & Supplies	p. 107
Gateway Towns & the National Forests	p. 109
Estes Park	p. 109
The Shining Makes the Stanley Shine	p. 123
Grand Lake	p. 129
Roosevelt National Forest	p. 137
Arapaho National Forest & National Recreation Area	p. 140
A Nature Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 143
The Park's Life Zones	p. 143
The Landscape	p. 146
The Flora	p. 148
The Fauna	p. 155
For Bighorns, Bigger Is Better	p. 158
State Fish a Bit of a Wimp	p. 169
The Ecosystem	p. 170
Index	p. 173
General Index	p. 173
Accommodations Index	p. 179
Restaurant Index	p. 179
List of Maps
North Central Colorado	p. 15
Colorado Driving Times & Distances	p. 23
Rocky Mountain National Park	p. 36
Rocky Mountain National Park Activities	p. 48
Trail Ridge Road	p. 52
Longs Peak & Wild Basin Trails	p. 68
Bear Lake & Moraine Park Trails	p. 77
Grand Lake Area Trails	p. 83
Colorado River Trails	p. 86
Estes Park	p. 112
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