Can you have a fire in Estes Park?

Good to know when planning your trip to Estes Park Stage 1 fire bans are in effect in Rocky Mountain National Park and Roosevelt National Forest. Many trails on the eastern side of Rocky Mountain National Park have reopened following 2020’s wildfires. Learn which trails are open here.

Is Rocky Mountain National Park closed due to fires?

Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park Partially Reopens After Fires. The west side of the park remains closed for safety assessments. The Cameron Peak Fire has burned nearly 209,000 acres of land, and the East Troublesome Fire which has burned more than 193,000 acres of land.

How much of Rocky Mountain National Park burned?

The fire came within 4 miles of downtown Estes Park, but the snow “put it to bed,” said Lewelling, still struck by a series of seemingly miraculous events that prevented disaster. Damage to the park was substantial, though. Nearly 29,000 acres burned.

Why is Rocky Mountain National Park temporarily closed?

The closures are part of an annual plan to ensure raptors are being undisturbed during their nesting season. Closures include the named formations, as well as all the climbing routes, outcroppings, cliffs, faces, ascent and descent routes, and climber access trails to the named rock formations.

What parts of Rocky Mountain National Park have burned?

Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires – Rocky Mountain National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Can you drive through Rocky Mountain National Park without a reservation?

For access to the park excluding Bear Lake, reservations are required from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. That means you can still enjoy the drive over Trail Ridge Road, hike the Lumpy Ridge area or visit the beautiful Alluvial Fan without a reservation as long as you get there before 9 or after 3.

Is all of Rocky Mountain National Park closed?

All of Rocky Mountain National Park remains temporarily closed. Once it does reopen, only some areas of the park will be accessible based upon safety and fire behavior.

Is Trail Ridge Road open right now?

Trail Ridge Road is OPEN for the season to vehicles for through travel. Be prepared for winter driving conditions due to snow and ice on the road and the potential for freezing temperatures.

How much of Estes Park is burned?

How much of Rocky Mountain National Park is on fire?

Approximately 30,000 acres or 10 percent of Rocky Mountain National Park were impacted by the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak Fires of 2020. Park visitors should not stop or park along the roadside from the Grand Lake Entrance to the Onahu Trail, due to hazard trees along the road from the East Troublesome Fire.

Is the town of Estes Park affected by the fire?

The fires did not affect the Estes Valley or the Town of Estes Park. Most areas of the eastern side of Rocky Mountain National Park have reopened. Learn more here. Parts of Roosevelt National Forest have reopened, check this map and this link for the most up-to-date information.

Is the water safe in Estes Park Colorado?

Water, electric and fiber-optic communication systems remained “safe and stable” late in the afternoon, town administrator Travis Machalek said in a video update. But fire officials had asked to shut off electricity in parts of Estes Park as a precaution, with the fire so close.

What are the fire regulations at Rocky Mountain National Park?

These rules are always in effect: 1 Fires, including grills and charcoal briquettes, are only allowed in designated areas and sites where a metal fire ring or grate is provided. 2 Petroleum-fueled stoves are allowed in developed campgrounds and picnic areas. 3 The park may enforce stricter fire regulations, including fire bans.

Are there any restrictions in the Estes Valley?

In the Estes Valley, the following restrictions are in place AT ALL TIMES: Materials that produce excessive smoke (cattails, plastic, etc.) Please refer to each agency’s website for most current information.