The Park is filled with archeological finds, ancient trails, Indian hunting grounds in the form of game drives, cattle ranches and the beginnings of the "tourist trade" almost a century ago, when ranchers began to build lodges, "havens" for the new tourism that arose. The region contains cultural resources dating back thousands of years, beginning with the indigenous peoples that occupied this immense area in addition to the more recent events during the 20th century. As we know, weather in Colorado can fluctuate rapidly, even in the span of a few hours.Rocky Mountain National Park in the state of Colorado was originally established to preserve its scenic and natural resources however, as time passed it became clear that the Park contained numerous historical resources as well as wondrous awe-inspiring panoramas capable of overwhelming the visual senses. If you must hike solo, make sure you tell someone where you are going and what time you'll return. Not only does it make it a lot more fun, it also functions a nice safety blanket if you injure yourself. They allow you to hydrate, fuel up and enjoy the scenery. Speaking of the altitude, go slow and take it steady.Bring plenty of water, even if you think you're used to the altitude.Keep your distance and do not feed the wildlife. Technical gear like snowshoes, micro-spikes or crampons might be needed, depending on conditions. You can ask about current trail conditions at a Visitor Center prior to entering the park. Trails at higher elevations might still have ice or snow due to how early in the season it is.Starting Memorial Day weekend, you can park at the Park & Ride Transit Hub and take the shuttle bus along the Bear Lake Road corridor. Arrive at the Bear Lake trailhead parking lot early (by 9 a.m.) before it fills up.Trail Ridge Road is also still closed for the season. Visitors are encouraged to avoid this entrance and use the Beaver Meadows entrance instead using U.S. Major construction has begun at the Fall River Entrance with only one lane available to enter. Timed entries are not required the rest of the year. 22, 2023, visitors will be required to obtain a timed entry permit prior to entering Rocky Mountain National Park.
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