Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Estes Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Estes Park

With a population of 5,858, Estes Park is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Estes Park deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Estes Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Dunraven at the Estes Park Resort (1700 Big Thompson Ave.) and Seven Keys Lodge (4900 Co-7) are great picks.

When to visit Estes Park

Estes Park in March
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Estes Park in March
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Estes Park in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Estes Park, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Estes Park

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 27 miles from Estes Park. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Avianca, Air China and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Estes Park departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $108 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $113 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 52 miles from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 630 miles and will cost you around $166. From El Paso, the ticket costs about $137 for a journey of 865 miles.

Plane

Although Estes Park doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Loveland Northern Colorado (FNL), which is located 27 miles from Estes Park. Loveland Northern Colorado is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Avianca, Air China and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Estes Park departs from Minneapolis and takes around 2h 04m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Estes Park. The train journey from Estes Park to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $108 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $113 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Estes Park is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 52 miles from Estes Park. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Estes Park, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Estes Park takes 630 miles and will cost you around $166. From El Paso, the ticket costs about $137 for a journey of 865 miles.

Airports near Estes Park

FNLLoveland Northern Colorado
DENDenver Intl
CYSCheyenne

Airlines serving Estes Park

Lufthansa
Good (7,061 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,870 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,944 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,590 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,793 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,711 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,282 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,994 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,276 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,862 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (971 reviews)
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Where to stay in Estes Park

Average rates range from around $282 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $296 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Brynwood on the River and Hotel Estes. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Estes Park, with prices from $40 to $1,026 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Estes Park are about 19% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Estes Park by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Estes Park

Most booked hotels in Estes Park

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Estes Mountain Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 698 reviews)
$84+
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Murphy's Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1744 reviews)
$90+
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Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1033 reviews)
$104+
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Discovery Lodge
0 stars
Good (7.9, 2046 reviews)
$97+
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Ymca Of The Rockies
2 stars
Good (7.3, 362 reviews)
$119+
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Rocky Mountain Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (6.1, 1346 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in Estes Park

Renting a car in Estes Park costs $88 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72.

Renting a car in Estes Park costs $88 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Estes Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72.

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