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Deep valleys and towering alpine mountaintops, beautiful lakes and rushing rivers, historic roads, rocky trails, and stunning wilderness: all are part of the Fall River Area of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Bighorn Sheep and Elk are Frequently Seen in This Area
Horseshoe Park including the Sheep Lakes area can have abundant wildlife. When view-ing any wildlife:
• Obey wildlife closure areas and “no stop-ping” traffic zones.
• Use parking areas along the road. If not available, pull your vehicle completely off the road and do not park on vegetation.
• Do not approach wildlife. Wildlife are unpredictable and can hurt you, and approaching them can cause them stress, leading to disease or illness. If an animal changes its behavior because of you: you are too close! Enjoy and photograph them from a distance.
• Never feed wildlife, including birds and chipmunks.
Pay Attention to AltitudeHigh elevations can cause altitude sickness and may aggravate existing health conditions. Use caution. Take time to acclimatize to the park’s high altitude before attempting strenu-ous hikes. Rest, drink lots of fluids, eat salty snacks, and start with easy hikes.
Even on cloudy days, ultraviolet radiation can be intense at altitude. Protect yourself by wearing a hat, sunglasses with UV protection, and sunscreen.
Watch the Weather: It changes quickly!Thunderstorms are common in summer and are dangerous. Plan your day to be below treeline by early afternoon. If you see building storm clouds, head back to the trailhead. If caught in a lightning storm, get below treeline.
It might be summer, but expect snow, gusty winds, and cold temperatures at any time. Always carry storm gear, even if the sky is clear when you start your hike. Carry layers of windproof clothing. If the weather turns, you’ll be glad to have them.
Bring the Right Gear
3Bring waterproof outer layers and extra lay-ers for warmth.
3Wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Sunlight can damage your eyes and skin, even on cloudy days.
3Pack extra water and snacks. Don’t drink from streams or lakes without treating the water.
3Carry a map and compass or GPS. Know how to use them.
3Wear sturdy footwear with good ankle sup-port and a treaded sole.
3Don’t rely on cell phones. Many areas have no service.
Stay Safe and Practice Good Etiquette• Pets are prohibited on all Rocky
Mountain National Park trails, tun-dra, and meadows areas. There are pet-friendly hikes outside the park, and nearby communities have boarding facilities and veterinary clinics. To learn more, visit go.nps.gov/RockyPets.
• Stay together! Keep everyone, including children, with the group.
• Stay on the trail. Shortcutting causes erosion.
• In the Fall River Corridor, strollers are allowed only on the nature trails around Hidden Valley.
Tips for a Great Hike
For More Information
Park Information .....................................................Trail Ridge Road Status ...........................................Emergencies ...........................................................
(970) 586-1206 or www.nps.gov/romo (970) 586-1222 911. Tell the dispatcher you are in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
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Fall River Area Trail Guide
Rocky Mountain National Park ServiceU.S. Department of the Interior
Rocky Mountain National Park
Alpine Visitor Center
Fall River Visitor Center
Beaver MeadowsVisitor Center
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ChasmFalls
YpsilonLake
GemLake
CrystalLake
LawnLake
ChiquitaLake
Lake Estes
SpectacleLakes
Roarin
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FallRiver
CowCreek
Beaver MeadowsEntrance Station
Fall RiverEntrance
Station
Winter Gate
WinterGate
Winter Gate
Hidden Valley
Sheep LakesWildlife viewing
Estes ParkVisitor Center
Lumpy RidgeTrailheadDeer Ridge
JunctionTrailhead
Chapin CreekTrailhead
ManyParksCurve
Rainbow Curve
BeaverMountain
Loop
Start of OldFall River Road
BeaverPonds
AlluvialFan
Upper BeaverMeadows
Endovalley
AspenglenCampground
MacGregorAvenue
Devils Gulch R
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Trail Ridge Road
Closed in winter
Old Fall River Road 9.0mi / 14.5 km
Elkhorn Avenue
ESTES
PARK
One-way up only. Road open early July–Sept.
Narrow dirt road with no guardrails, tight switchbacks
Horseshoe Park
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Fall RiverPass
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Castle Mountain8834ft2693m
MacGregorMountain10486ft3196m
Bighorn Mountain11463ft3494m
BeaverMountain10491ft3198m
Dark Mountain10859ft3310m
The Needles10068ft3069m
The Twin Owls
MountTileston11254ft3430m
FairchildMountain
13502ft4115m
Ypsilon Mountain13514ft4119m
Mount Chapin12454ft3796m
MountChiquita13069ft3983m
Deer Mtn9937ft3029m
BalancedRock
1.5mi2.4km
1.4mi2.3km
3.1mi5.0km
4.3mi6.9km
4.5mi7.2km
4.2mi6.8km
1.0mi1.6km 1.1mi
1.8km
1.2mi1.9km
0.5mi0.8km
0.6mi1.0km
0.6mi1.0km
3.2mi5.1km
0.6mi1.0km
1.4mi2.3km
1.4mi2.3km
3.0mi4.8km
7.3mi11.7km
0.6mi1.0km
0.9mi1.4km
4.7mi7.6kmloop
0.4mi0.6km
ToLoveland
ToGrand Lake
ToGlen
Haven
ToLyons and
Boulder
ToLily Lake
Longs Peakand Wild BasinBear Lake Road
to Moraine ParkPark & Ride and
Bear Lake
Marys LakeRoad
DESTINATION DISTANCEmi km ft m
ELEVATION GAIN
Alluvial Fan
Beaver Mountain Loop
Mount Chapin
Chasm Falls (from winter gate)
Mount Chiquita (no trail)
Crystal Lake
Deer Mountain
Deer Mountain Loop
Gem Lake
Lawn Lake
Ypsilon Lake
Ypsilon Mountain (no trail)
All distances are one way from nearest trailhead.
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4.7
1.5
2.2
2.4
7.7
3.0
10.3
1.7
6.3
4.5
3.5
0.5
7.6
2.4
3.5
3.9
12.4
4.8
16.6
2.7
10.1
7.2
5.6
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1160
1814
640
2429
2980
1083
1083
830
2249
2180
2874
18
354
553
195
740
908
330
330
253
685
664
876
Old Fall River Road
• Closed in winter• Open to bicyclists and dogs on leash from
April 1 to November 15, except during road maintenance operations and emergency closures as posted.
• Bicycles can go downhill only when road is closed to vehicles. When open to vehicles, bicycles must go uphill.
• Vehicles over 25 feet long and trailers are prohibited.
North
Picnic area
Restrooms
Shuttle stop
Sledding (winter only)
Food service
Information
Campground
Trail (hiker only)
0.7mi1.1km
Trail distances
Unpaved road
Trail (horse/hiker)
2 Kilometers
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Fall River Area TrailsRocky is very busy in summer and on fall weekends.Expect congestion on roads, in parking areas, and along popular trails.Tour and hike early and late in the day. Parking areas often �ll by mid-morning. Carpool or use the free summer shuttle buses.