Moraine Park Campground Reopens With Initial Release of Campsite Reservations From July 9 through July 22

Moraine Park Campground in Rocky Mountain National Park will be reopening with an initial limited release of dates over a two-week period.  https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/moraine-park-campground-reopens-with-initial-release-of-campsite-reservations-from-july-9-through-july-22.htm

Recovery Efforts Yesterday Near Chasm Lake In Rocky Mountain National Park

Recovery efforts took place yesterday for a 66-year-old female from Fort Collins, Colorado who suffered an apparent fall near Chasm Lake. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/recovery-efforts-yesterday-near-chasm-lake-in-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

Lighting Strike Tree Causes Small Fire in Rocky Mountain National Park

At approximately 6 p.m. on the evening of Wednesday, July 2, 2025 park rangers in Rocky Mountain National Park received reports from visitors that smoke was visible from Timber Creek Campground and the Baker Gulch areas of the park. https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/news/lighting-strike-tree-causes-small-fire-in-rocky-mountain-national-park.htm

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