Exploring the National Parks

42: Exploring Rocky Mountain -- Best Views, Trails, and Activities


Listen Later

Ready to get Rocky Mountain high? We are heading over to Colorado for this episode of Exploring the National Parks! 

We recently got back from visiting Rocky Mountain National Park again, and we had such an amazing time. Join us as we share some of our favorite spots, hikes, things to do, and more! 

Join us as we cover: 

  • Everything you need to know about the Bear Lake area

  • The hike that you can’t miss at this park

  • Why you should be taking the afternoon thunderstorms very seriously

  • How to prepare for possible altitude sickness

  • All of the incredible hiking trails you can check out at this park

  • The food in Bear Lake…or lack thereof!

  • The famous creepy hotel you can visit during your trip

  • Places to camp in Rocky Mountain and the best places to see elk

  • The star of Rocky Mountain National Park - The Trail Ridge Road

  • What to keep in mind when it comes to elevation in Rocky Mountain

  • The insanely cool krummholz trees you can find in this park

  • The best side of the park for seeing moose

  • What we love about Grand Lake 

  • The trail where you get the most bang for your buck

  • Hitting the trail in Rocky Mountain is where you really see the magic, so we hope you get a chance to get out there and see it for yourself! Any extra time you can spend seeing mother nature in action is humbling, especially while you’re in these mountains. 

    If you are ready to start planning your trip to Rocky Mountain, we have you covered. Head over to DirtInMyShoes.com to get your itinerary! 


    Check out the full show notes here.

    ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store

    Exploring the National ParksBy Dirt In My Shoes

    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8
    • 4.8

    4.8

    394 ratings


    More shows like Exploring the National Parks

    View all
    Travel with Rick Steves by Rick Steves

    Travel with Rick Steves

    2,409 Listeners

    Travel with Amateur Traveler Podcast by Chris Christensen

    Travel with Amateur Traveler Podcast

    62 Listeners

    Zero To Travel Podcast by Jason Moore

    Zero To Travel Podcast

    829 Listeners

    The RV Atlas Podcast by RVFTA Podcast Network

    The RV Atlas Podcast

    577 Listeners

    RV Podcast by Mike Wendland

    RV Podcast

    619 Listeners

    RV Miles Podcast by RV Miles Network

    RV Miles Podcast

    1,320 Listeners

    Backpacker Radio by The Trek

    Backpacker Radio

    1,629 Listeners

    Parkography by RV Miles Network

    Parkography

    885 Listeners

    Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast by A Travel Podcast

    Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast

    302 Listeners

    National Parks Traveler Podcast by Kurt Repanshek

    National Parks Traveler Podcast

    116 Listeners

    The Wild with Chris Morgan by KUOW News and Information

    The Wild with Chris Morgan

    3,258 Listeners

    Travel Squad Podcast by Travel Squad Podcast

    Travel Squad Podcast

    209 Listeners

    Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast by Matt and Karen Smith

    Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

    1,228 Listeners

    National Park After Dark by Audioboom Studios

    National Park After Dark

    5,042 Listeners

    Field Trip by The Washington Post

    Field Trip

    979 Listeners