# Bear Lake to Emerald Lake Winter Snowshoe Trail

> Place to go for families in the Denver–Aurora–Centennial area (CO). Times are Mountain Time.

- When: Open on its own schedule
- Where: Rocky Mountain National Park (Bear Lake Trailhead), Bear Lake Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517
- Ages: Ages 5+; well-packed snow trail; microspikes or snowshoes recommended
- Price: $30 per vehicle park entrance fee (America the Beautiful pass accepted)
- Organizer: National Park Service - Rocky Mountain National Park
- Official page: https://www.nps.gov/romo
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Rocky Mountain National Park's crown jewel winter snowshoe trail. A gentle 3.6-mile roundtrip route passing snow-covered pine forests, Nymph Lake, and Dream Lake, culminating beneath the dramatic snowbound cliffs of Hallett Peak at Emerald Lake.

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