Hiking Trails & Parks in Estes Park, Colorado
255 trails & 23 parks in Estes Park, located in Larimer County, Colorado.
About Outdoor Recreation in Estes Park, Colorado
Estes Park offers 255 mapped hiking trails and 23 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Larimer County, Colorado, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Parks & Campgrounds in Estes Park
Hiking Trails in Estes Park
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Colorado, Ranked
Colorado's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichColorado's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Colorado trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Colorado
Ten gentle, well-marked Colorado trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Colorado
Colorado's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Colorado
Federal parks and recreation areas in Colorado ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Colorado: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Colorado's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.