Avoid these 5 mistakes when visiting Rocky Mountain National Park

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27 күн бұрын

Planning a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park? Watch this video to learn about 5 common mistakes to avoid during your visit. From visiting Trail Ridge Road to making the most of your timed entry, Erik Stensland shares valuable insights for a seamless experience in one of Colorado's most stunning national parks. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a first-time visitor, these tips will help you make the most of your Rocky Mountain adventure. Don't miss out on capturing breathtaking moments and creating unforgettable memories in this iconic destination. Explore the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park with expert advice and practical tips in this must-watch video!
LEARN ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK:
🌲Learn everything you want to know about Rocky Mountain National Park at my website: www.RockyMountainNationalPark...
🥾 Get a copy of my highly acclaimed hiking guide: "Hiking Rocky Mountain National Park: The Essential Guide". www.rockytrailpress.com/produ...
🖺 Article: "What you absolutely need to know about Rocky Mountain National Park". www.rockymountainnationalpark...
👮Learn about the timed-entry reservation system. • How to navigate Rocky ...
🏔 Prepare for high elevation: • 5 keys for staying hea...
🌳What you need to know about hiking in Rocky: www.rockymountainnationalpark...
🐶 Learn about dogs in Rocky Mountain National Park: www.rockymountainnationalpark...
ABOUT ME:
📸 My photos of Rocky Mountain National Park can be found at: www.ImagesofRMNP.com
📖 All of my books, calendars and notecards can be found at: www.RockyTrailPress.com
🌐 My personal website is: www.ErikStensland.com
🎨 My gallery in Estes Park is located at: 203 Park Lane. For times and details visit: www.imagesofrmnp.com/page/Est...
📺 I have just launched a second KZfaq channel. You can find it at: / @divebeneaththesurface
NOTES:
🎥 All filming in Rocky Mountain National Park was done with a commercial filming license obtained through the National Park Service.

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@leanebrown5749 Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos! It has been so helpful and made me feel less stress as I am planning our family trip in August! I really appreciate it!

@ErikStensland Күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

@user-ut2jp7mq3n 25 күн бұрын

Thank you for this information. It is very helpful 😊❤️

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

So glad you found it to be helpful!

@PaulBeiser 25 күн бұрын

As always Erik, well done. Great advice!

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

Thanks Paul!

@lorimb4753 21 күн бұрын

Hi Eric, I used to visit every year when I had family in Colorado. I absolutely love your gallery, it was a highlight! Thank you for your beautiful work.

@ErikStensland 20 күн бұрын

Thank you Lori!

@sherryb4918 24 күн бұрын

Loved your 5 tips! and your bonus tips! We visit your gallery every time we come. Your staff is wonderful and so helpful. Keep up your wonderful videos, we enjoy them so very much.

@ErikStensland 24 күн бұрын

Thanks so much Sherry!

@wendytobiska4465 23 күн бұрын

Such great information for all! Even if we live nearby these videos are a great reminder for being prepared in Estes and RMNP! Thank you Erik!

@ErikStensland 22 күн бұрын

Thanks Wendy!

@djdadbod 25 күн бұрын

Thanks for the advice, we are arriving Sunday but staying in Grand Lake 😊

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

Terrific! I was just over there this morning. It's really greening up nicely.

@KhurshidsChannel 25 күн бұрын

Amazing video. Thanks for sharing. 👍10

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

I appreciate it!

@SheepdogPreparedness 19 күн бұрын

Can't wait to get there in mid-August! We will stop by your gallery and say hello.

@ErikStensland 19 күн бұрын

That would be great! It will be here before you know it.

@TimA3167 21 күн бұрын

Just discovered your channel and website recently. Very informative videos. Visited your gallery today- amazing photos. Purchased one of Sprague Lake. I also saw your website of desert southwest photos and was curious if you've ever been to Chimney Rock canyon in Capitol Reef. My dad was a landscape photographer and that was his favorite place.

@ErikStensland 21 күн бұрын

So glad you enjoyed the video and made it to my gallery. I have been to Capitol Reef National Park many times and always see Chimney Rock just off the highway, but I don’t think I have any photographs of that formation.

@dt5291 21 күн бұрын

I live in Colorado and your book always accompanies me to RMNP.

@ErikStensland 21 күн бұрын

That’s great to hear. I’m assuming you are referring to my hiking guide. 🙂

@dt5291 20 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland Yes. Specific info regarding specific hikes. I bought it several years ago at the Hallmark store in the Safeway complex. I keep the timed entry permits in there with maps and notes. It is a very useful guide.

@johnkrumm6860 25 күн бұрын

Thank you sir, totally enjoy your videos and loved your Gallery on our last visit. I have a question...do you have a preferred weather app or web site to see the days weather in the back country of RMNP and/or Indian Peaks?

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

John, thanks for your kind words! I rely quite a bit on the NOAA website for those. I actually put together a list of links to different areas of the park which I've put here: www.rockymountainnationalpark.com/gallery/weather/. Each elevation and area can have such different weather so I rely on checking the actual area I'm heading too. Hope this helps.

@johnkrumm6860 25 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland yes it helps greatly. That is precisely what I was wanting. The elevation changes can fool the generic weather apps I have. Thank you!

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

@@johnkrumm6860 you are most welcome!

@rjfranz217 22 күн бұрын

Thanks for the insights in mistakes. I visited your gallery this weekend. I just want to verify something you said about the timed entry system. If I get a timed entry reservation, and someone is in the car with me, they do not need a separate timed reservation. The reservation covers the car. Is thar correct?

@ErikStensland 22 күн бұрын

That is correct. You only need one reservation per vehicle.

@missgentry8018 23 күн бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video! We are visiting in July this year. We have a timed entry permit for our first day but not the second. We are entering from the Grand Lake side, so to my understanding this side should be less busy than the entrance near Estes Park. How early do you think we need to get there before 9 am? We were thinking 8:30, but will that be too late for the day we don’t have a time entry? Thank you!

@ErikStensland 23 күн бұрын

I think you are probably right to plan for 8:30 to enter from Grand Lake before the reservation system starts, but if you enter earlier you’ll have a better chance of seeing wildlife.

@missgentry8018 12 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland Thank you!

@kathymiskell7658 25 күн бұрын

Hi Eric, I have reservations for two days in July for the 8-10 time slot. When should I try to enter? Just before 8? Or later after 9 Am? Thanks for a very informative video!

@ErikStensland 25 күн бұрын

Kathy, my suggestion is that you arrive closer 8am as it will start to be very busy at the entrance by 8:20. You may even want to consider entering the park earlier than 8 and then explore some of Lower Trail Ridge Road or Beaver Meadows before heading over to Bear Lake Rd. The big challenge is just getting through the main entrance with the crowds. Let me know if that wasn't explained well. :)

@kathymiskell7658 24 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland Thank you! That helps a lot!

@johng5710 24 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland My reservation is also in July, but during the 9:00-11:00 time slot for the main entrance (not Bear Lake Rd). Should I plan on getting there even a little earlier like 8:30? Or should 9:00 be fine?

@ErikStensland 24 күн бұрын

John, if I were you, I’d arrive around 9:30 so you don’t get stuck in all the non-permit traffic trying to get in before 9.

@johng5710 24 күн бұрын

@@ErikStensland Ok thank you for the advice!