Safety Checkpoint in Rocky Mountain National Park During the Holiday Weekend

To promote a safe and enjoyable visit for all, Rocky Mountain National Park rangers will increase law enforcement patrols and conduct a safety checkpoint beginning on Saturday, July 5, within the park.     https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/safety-checkpoint-in-rocky-mountain-national-park-during-the-holiday-weekend.htm

Wild Basin Road Will Be Closed To All Uses For Road Maintenance Tuesday, July 15 through Friday, July 18

Beginning Tuesday, July 15, through Friday, July 18, the Wild Basin Road in Rocky Mountain National Park will be closed to all uses, including vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians for road maintenance. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/wild-basin-road-will-be-closed-to-all-uses-for-road-maintenance-tuesday-july-15-through-friday-july-18.htm

Upcoming Fourth of July Weekend Expected to be Busy at Rocky Mountain National Park

Summer is in full swing in Rocky Mountain National Park. If you are planning to visit the park this Fourth of July weekend, plan ahead and pack your patience. Plan Like A Park Ranger. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/upcoming-fourth-of-july-weekend-expected-to-be-busy-at-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

Old Fall River Road Closed To All Uses July 2 through July 3 Will Open To Vehicles For The Season on Friday, July 4

Spring opening operations for Old Fall River Road continue. On Tuesday, July 1, the road will be closed to all uses (including pedestrians, people walking dogs on leash, and cyclists) between the hours of 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, July 2 through Thursday, July 3, the road will be closed to all uses for dust abatement.   https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/old-fall-river-road-closed-to-all-uses-july-2-through-july-3-will-open-to-vehicles-for-the-season-on-friday-july-4.htm

Numerous Swift Water Incidents This Past Week in Rocky Mountain National Park

It’s summer in Rocky Mountain National Park and all rivers, creeks, and streams are flowing high and fast this time of year. Moving water is beautiful, it can also be very dangerous. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/numerous-swift-water-incidents-this-past-week-in-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

White-nose syndrome detected in bats at Rocky Mountain National Park

Park staff have confirmed the presence of white-nose syndrome (WNS) in three bats at Rocky Mountain National Park; two bats on the west side and one bat on the east side of the park. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/white-nose-syndrome-detected-in-bats-at-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

Human Remains Found In Alpine Ridge Trail Area Of Rocky Mountain National Park

Late Wednesday afternoon, human remains were found in an area near the Alpine Ridge Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park. This area is near the Alpine Visitor Center, which is located along Trail Ridge Road. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/human-remains-found-in-alpine-ridge-trail-area-of-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm