Best places: Tourist attractions in Larimer County, United States

Over 415 square miles of protected mountain terrain with a huge network of hiking trails & wildlife.

A favorite viewing point at a hairpin turn on Trail Ridge Road, with sweeping views of Mummy Range.

High-altitude pullout at a curve in Trail Ridge Road, with views of forested valley & snowy peaks.

Overlook & observation platform with scenic views of green valley below & Continental Divide peaks.

Starting/ending point for a short nature trail looping around a scenic, high-altitude lake.

2,711-acre mountainous park offers 29 miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails & scenic vistas.

Park area known for its rugged terrain, with activities like backcountry camping & rock-climbing.

👍👍 Sprague Lake is a beautiful and less crowded alternative to Bear Lake in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Make sure you park and enjoy a walk/hike around the lake. Maybe you'll see a moose like we did! We also saw magpies and other local birds. Prepare to enjoy the scent of fresh pines. If only boo...

This 2,198-acre area features rock formations & trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding.

👍👍 “Hidden Valley” more like “Hidden Gem” is a Picnic Spot that offers a quick and convenient outdoor break. The short 5-10 minute loop is perfect for a brief nature stroll. The presence of well-maintained bathrooms is a bonus, ensuring comfort during your visit. Keep in mind that there's a ranger avai...

👍👍 This is a gorgeous meadow with a stream running through the middle. In the winter you can't hike out into it without snowshoes since there is too much snow but the pull-offs still give great views!

👍 You do not need a park pass for this trail. It has a beautiful overlook about half way to gem lake. We only hiked to the outlook and back. The trail was easy to follow. Moderate difficulty.

Rocky Mountain National Park info center with a large souvenir shop & scenic views.

👍👍 Beautiful area to walk around and spend some time admiring the space around you. It’s refreshing to breathe in the crisp air, especially when there’s a brief incoming rain storm. The river is calming, consistent, and certainly something worth sitting beside on a fall evening. It’s a good spot to rea...

National park trail system with mountain lakes, glaciers, evergreen forest & thousands of animals.

Trailhead to 16-mi. roundtrip climb up 14,259-ft. Longs Peak, Rocky Mountain Park's highest.

Topographical relief map of the park & a short film, along with bathrooms, a gift shop & free Wi-Fi.