Things To Do in Rocky Mountains,

Activities, attractions and tours

Rocky Mountains
Johnston Canyon featuring forests, snow and a gorge or canyon
Johnston Canyon which includes landscape views, a waterfall and a gorge or canyon
Dinosaur Ridge which includes rides
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism/Jake Bauer
Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism/Jake Bauer

Rocky Mountains Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Rocky Mountains is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rocky Mountains to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Rocky Mountains Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Glacier National Park

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Glacier National Park, one of North America’s most pristine ecosystems, established in 1910 as the 10th U.S. national park. Its glacier-capped peaks, alpine valleys and crystal clear lakes fill more than 1 million acres (400,000 hectares) within Montana state.
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Glacier National Park

2. Banff National Park

Banff National Park is known for its rugged mountain scenery, glacier-fed turquoise lakes and miles of untouched forests. Come for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Thrill seekers will find no shortage of activities, from white water rafting to mountain biking.
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Banff National Park which includes railway items, a lake or waterhole and mountains

3. Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is a colossal wilderness of diverse landscapes and ecosystems, a natural playground of mountains, roaring waterfalls, volcanic phenomena, bears and bison.
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Yellowstone National Park showing mist or fog, a waterfall and rapids

4. Grand Teton National Park

Everything is grand in Grand Teton National Park: majestic peaks, regal wildlife, lake reflections and unmatched opportunities for solitude. Find exhilarating adventure and tranquil solitude in this vast park.
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Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

5. Red Rocks Amphitheater

Everyone who’s anyone has played here, from opera singers and orchestras to The Beatles, U2, Neil Young, Coldplay and Jimi Hendrix. Musicians consider the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, 15 miles (24 kilometers) west of Denver, to be one of the best venues in the world to play at, with its magical, almost spiritual, atmosphere.
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Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theatre scenes and snow

6. Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park is beautiful in the spring with slopes of wildflowers and in the winter with a blanket of pure, white snow. Come here to hike, look for wildlife, see the Continental Divide and appreciate nature.
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Estes Park which includes hiking or walking, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

7. Breckenridge Ski Resort

Explore the slopes of Breckenridge Ski Resort, one of the Western Hemisphere’s most popular ski destinations. Trails traverse five magnificent peaks along the Tenmile Range in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Ski, snowboard, snowmobile or sled along the resort’s world-class groomed slopes or discover a variety of backcountry space and stunning cross-country trails. After a long day enjoying the outdoors, investigate the area’s gold-rush heritage and find exciting dining in the town of Breckenridge.
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Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forests and snow

8. Winter Park Ski Resort

Visit Winter Park Ski Resort for year-round adventures amid Fraser Valley’s stunning natural beauty. Enjoy activities from skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing to mountain biking and mineral panning. Winter Park Ski Resort opened in 1940 as a facility for residents of Denver. Today, it’s one of Colorado’s most popular mountain resorts.
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Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, landscape views and mountains

9. Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is a 14,000-foot (4,300-meter) high mountain famed for its incredible vistas, high-altitude railroad and opportunities for adventure. It was named after explorer Zebulon Pike, who led an expedition to the area in 1806. Visit the summit of Pikes Peak at any time of the year to gaze across the spectacular Rocky Mountains. The view from here was the inspiration for Katherine Lee Bates' famed poem, America the Beautiful.
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Pikes Peak which includes mountains

What to do in Rocky Mountains

Discover the most popular places to visit in Rocky Mountains

Banff National Park which includes railway items, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Banff National Park

Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery.

Banff National Park
Yellowstone National Park showing mist or fog, a waterfall and rapids

Yellowstone National Park

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure at the oldest and largest national park in the United States. You’ll come across one magnificent view after another.

Yellowstone National Park
Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park

5/5(28 reviews)

Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

Grand Teton National Park
Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theatre scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

5/5(33 reviews)

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Estes Park which includes hiking or walking, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

Rocky Mountain National Park

Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky.

Rocky Mountain National Park
Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forests and snow

Breckenridge Ski Resort

4.5/5(2 reviews)

A ski resort that impresses visitors with five breathtaking peaks, a huge variety of slopes and fantastic modern facilities. Nearby is a charming Victorian-era town.

Breckenridge Ski Resort
Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, landscape views and mountains

Winter Park Ski Resort

4/5(3 reviews)

With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts.

Winter Park Ski Resort
Yellowstone Park West Entrance

Yellowstone Park West Entrance

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Yellowstone Park West Entrance, a popular green space in West Yellowstone. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yellowstone Park West Entrance
Pikes Peak which includes mountains

Pikes Peak

5/5(13 reviews)

The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital.

Pikes Peak

Explore areas of Rocky Mountains

Beaver Creek which includes forest scenes, landscape views and a small town or village

Beaver Creek

5/5(2 area reviews)

Nestled in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, this unincorporated community boasts a major ski resort, adjacent businesses, lodging, and a golf course for a well-rounded vacation experience.

Beaver Creek
Vail Ski Resort which includes mountains, snow and landscape views

Vail Village

While visiting Vail Village, you might make a stop by sights like Vail Ski Resort and Gondola One Ski Lift.

Vail Village
Breckenridge which includes snow, street performance and outdoor art

Historic District

4/5(1 area review)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Historic District. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Main Street might round out your trip.

Historic District
Banff featuring night scenes and street scenes

Downtown District

While visiting Downtown District, you might make a stop by sights like Bow River and Banff Legacy Trail.

Downtown District
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Peak 9

5/5(2 area reviews)

The captivating mountain views and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Peak 9. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Peak 8 SuperConnect Lift might round out your trip.

Peak 9
Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring a house and snow

Peak 8

Unique features of Peak 8 include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Colorado SuperChair while you're exploring the area.

Peak 8

 

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