Guidebook for Estes Park
Food Scene
A local favorite - they make a fabulous chai tea. You can get your drink to go OR they will put it in a ceramic mug for you to sit and enjoy like you were at home! They have lots of indoor seating as well as outdoor seating along the river. Bring a jacket in the morning as it is chilly, even in the summer along the river, but what a wonderful way to wake up!
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Kind Coffee
470 E Elkhorn AveA local favorite - they make a fabulous chai tea. You can get your drink to go OR they will put it in a ceramic mug for you to sit and enjoy like you were at home! They have lots of indoor seating as well as outdoor seating along the river. Bring a jacket in the morning as it is chilly, even in the summer along the river, but what a wonderful way to wake up!
Claire's absolutely has hands-down the best Bloody Mary in all of Estes Park. They offer many varieties, but my favorite is the Bacon Bloody Mary (with a full strip of bacon in it!). Also love the Shrimp & Grits when it is on the menu!
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Claire's On the Park
225 Park LnClaire's absolutely has hands-down the best Bloody Mary in all of Estes Park. They offer many varieties, but my favorite is the Bacon Bloody Mary (with a full strip of bacon in it!). Also love the Shrimp & Grits when it is on the menu!
It's our absolute favorite restaurant in Estes Park. The staff is friendly and the food is consistently good. The bar side is always hopping, but if you want it a bit quieter, you can eat on the other side of the restaurant or on the patio listening to the river. I especially like their spicy marg!
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Ed's Cantina & Grill
390 E Elkhorn AveIt's our absolute favorite restaurant in Estes Park. The staff is friendly and the food is consistently good. The bar side is always hopping, but if you want it a bit quieter, you can eat on the other side of the restaurant or on the patio listening to the river. I especially like their spicy marg!
Often parked outside The Rock Cut Brewery, Two Chicks has THE BEST hot wings in Estes Park.
Two Chicks Wings & Henhouse Food Truck
Often parked outside The Rock Cut Brewery, Two Chicks has THE BEST hot wings in Estes Park.
Latitude 105 Alehouse
101 S St Vrain AveLOVE, LOVE, LOVE the cheese burger poutine!
Our favorite lunch spot, right downtown - they have wonderful salads and pizza, as well as a variety of sandwiches, hamburgers, etc.
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Poppy's Pizza & Grill
342 E Elkhorn AveOur favorite lunch spot, right downtown - they have wonderful salads and pizza, as well as a variety of sandwiches, hamburgers, etc.
My favorite breakfast stop! Love the biscuits and gravy! Super short walk from Rock Nook!
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Big Horn Restaurant
401 W Elkhorn AveMy favorite breakfast stop! Love the biscuits and gravy! Super short walk from Rock Nook!
I love the Pulled Pork Sandwich - several different sauces to choose from - pair it with the sweet potato fries!
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Smokin' Dave's BBQ & Tap House
820 Moraine AveI love the Pulled Pork Sandwich - several different sauces to choose from - pair it with the sweet potato fries!
While I love our local coffee shop, Kind Coffee, I also like the local Starbucks. It's always nice to know exactly what you are going to get no matter where you are and the baristas at the Starbucks are great - the staff are locals too and we have to spread the love in our little town.
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Starbucks
451 East Wonderview AvenueWhile I love our local coffee shop, Kind Coffee, I also like the local Starbucks. It's always nice to know exactly what you are going to get no matter where you are and the baristas at the Starbucks are great - the staff are locals too and we have to spread the love in our little town.
We like to order the "Colorado Nachos" and will often get them "to go". Sit at the bar and have a drink while they are being made, and then walk a block back to Rock Nook and enjoy them on the deck looking at the mountains!
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The Wapiti Colorado Pub
1350 W Elkhorn AveWe like to order the "Colorado Nachos" and will often get them "to go". Sit at the bar and have a drink while they are being made, and then walk a block back to Rock Nook and enjoy them on the deck looking at the mountains!
A newer, farm to table restaurant in Estes Park - I have tried it and loved my meal! It's truly a culinary experience, save this one for a special night out.
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Bird & Jim
915 Moraine AveA newer, farm to table restaurant in Estes Park - I have tried it and loved my meal! It's truly a culinary experience, save this one for a special night out.
A very nice steakhouse, amazing atmosphere in an historic log cabin lodge - this one will require a reservation and you should consider making it even before you arrive in Estes Park.
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Twin Owls Steakhouse
3110 South Saint Vrain AvenueA very nice steakhouse, amazing atmosphere in an historic log cabin lodge - this one will require a reservation and you should consider making it even before you arrive in Estes Park.
Laura's and their "sister store" across the street, Hailey's has the best ice cream and caramel apples in town. My personal fave is the peanut, chocolate, caramel apple and I love that they will slice it and put it in a cup for you.
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Laura's Fine Candies
129 E Elkhorn AveLaura's and their "sister store" across the street, Hailey's has the best ice cream and caramel apples in town. My personal fave is the peanut, chocolate, caramel apple and I love that they will slice it and put it in a cup for you.
Suggest to call in your order at least a day in advance or get there right as it opens. They sell out very fast!
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Cinnamon's Bakery
920 W Elkhorn AveSuggest to call in your order at least a day in advance or get there right as it opens. They sell out very fast!
Parks & Nature
Probably the most popular starting place for hiking in RMNP. There are a couple of trail heads from Bear Lake but the most popular one leads to three more lakes... Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lake.
Bear Lake Trail
Bear Lake TrailProbably the most popular starting place for hiking in RMNP. There are a couple of trail heads from Bear Lake but the most popular one leads to three more lakes... Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lake.
This is definitely a moderate rated hike, with the most difficulty being at the very end of the hike as you summit. The features of this hike though are that you don't have to enter the National Park to get to the trail head and the views are incredible. At the very top, Gem Lake is peaceful and beautiful and worth the effort. A local favorite!
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Gem Lake Trail
Gem Lake TrailThis is definitely a moderate rated hike, with the most difficulty being at the very end of the hike as you summit. The features of this hike though are that you don't have to enter the National Park to get to the trail head and the views are incredible. At the very top, Gem Lake is peaceful and beautiful and worth the effort. A local favorite!
Sightseeing
The hotel that inspired Stephen King to write The Shining, the Stanley Hotel is said to be haunted. You can purchase tickets to take a "ghost tour" at the hotel.
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The Stanley Hotel
333 E Wonderview AveThe hotel that inspired Stephen King to write The Shining, the Stanley Hotel is said to be haunted. You can purchase tickets to take a "ghost tour" at the hotel.
Drinks & Nightlife
Not really sure which category to put The Rock Inn into since it is a great restaurant but also features live music many days of the week during the summer/fall.
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The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern
1675 Colorado 66Not really sure which category to put The Rock Inn into since it is a great restaurant but also features live music many days of the week during the summer/fall.
Shopping
Ok, so I might be a bit biased (since I am Mary Jane) but I think almost any gal can find something they love at Mary Jane's! Mary Jane's has many designer brands like Kendra Scott, Alex & Ani, Dogeared, MantraBands, Billabong, and much more. With home decor, clothing, gifts, baby, little girls, jewelry, and handbags, there is something for everyone. Enter via Elkhorn (main street), or come in the back entrance from the gorgeous river walk.
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Mary Jane's - Estes Park, CO
358 E Elkhorn AveOk, so I might be a bit biased (since I am Mary Jane) but I think almost any gal can find something they love at Mary Jane's! Mary Jane's has many designer brands like Kendra Scott, Alex & Ani, Dogeared, MantraBands, Billabong, and much more. With home decor, clothing, gifts, baby, little girls, jewelry, and handbags, there is something for everyone. Enter via Elkhorn (main street), or come in the back entrance from the gorgeous river walk.
Trendz At the Park
100 E Elkhorn AveFun and unique gift/home decor items located in the heart of downtown Estes Park.
Actually called Wildflower Mercantile, this store is just absolutely adorable. The owner Sandra is so creative, it will take time just to absorb how beautiful the store is. She also owns a store around the corner called Indigo, a clothing store for women of all sizes.
Wildflower Merchandise
230-234 W Elkhorn AveActually called Wildflower Mercantile, this store is just absolutely adorable. The owner Sandra is so creative, it will take time just to absorb how beautiful the store is. She also owns a store around the corner called Indigo, a clothing store for women of all sizes.
Cute boutique - they say it's the shortest hike in Estes Park because it's up a flight of stairs! Cute clothes, accessories, and gifts.
The Grey House
130 E Elkhorn AveCute boutique - they say it's the shortest hike in Estes Park because it's up a flight of stairs! Cute clothes, accessories, and gifts.
Super cute jewelry and accessories store on Elkhorn. Recently relocated to a larger space and it's adorable! They also carry Spinster Sisters, a CO natural soaps and lotions company - fantastic product!
Three Blessed Gems
184 E Elkhorn AveSuper cute jewelry and accessories store on Elkhorn. Recently relocated to a larger space and it's adorable! They also carry Spinster Sisters, a CO natural soaps and lotions company - fantastic product!
Entertainment & Activities
We love the mini golf course - there are two courses at Fun City so they keep the line moving pretty quickly.
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Fun City
455 Prospect Village DrWe love the mini golf course - there are two courses at Fun City so they keep the line moving pretty quickly.
Built in 1913, the Historic Park Theater is the oldest operating moving theater in the US.
Adult -- $10.00
Senior (65 and older) & Student with id -- $8.00
Child (under 12) -- $6.00
(3D - extra $2/ticket)
Live music is also featured at this theater, check their website for showtimes and concerts: www.historicparktheatre.com
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Historic Park Theater and Cafe
130 Moraine AveBuilt in 1913, the Historic Park Theater is the oldest operating moving theater in the US.
Adult -- $10.00
Senior (65 and older) & Student with id -- $8.00
Child (under 12) -- $6.00
(3D - extra $2/ticket)
Live music is also featured at this theater, check their website for showtimes and concerts: www.historicparktheatre.com
Because sometimes you need something to do on a rainy afternoon...
SUPER SAVER MATINEE
All Seats $8.00 before 5:30p.m.
EVENING
Adult $10.50
Child $7.00 (3 - 11)
Senior $8.50 (55+)
Student/Military $9.00
www.reelmountain.com
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Reel Mountain Theater/Cinema
543 Big Thompson AveBecause sometimes you need something to do on a rainy afternoon...
SUPER SAVER MATINEE
All Seats $8.00 before 5:30p.m.
EVENING
Adult $10.50
Child $7.00 (3 - 11)
Senior $8.50 (55+)
Student/Military $9.00
www.reelmountain.com
Kirk's Flyshop is our #1 choice for fly fishing needs or tours. The best guides and friendly staff - they know EVERYTHING about hiking and fishing in and around Estes Park and RMNP. Ask the pros....
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Kirks Flyshop and Mountain Adventures
230 E Elkhorn AveKirk's Flyshop is our #1 choice for fly fishing needs or tours. The best guides and friendly staff - they know EVERYTHING about hiking and fishing in and around Estes Park and RMNP. Ask the pros....
There is just a ton to do at the YMCA of the Rockies. One of our favorite places on their property is the Craft & Design Center. You don't have to be staying at the Y to use this facility. You can get more details on their website, but here is an excerpt: The Craft & Design Center is typically open seven days a week. Year-round, open sections include; painting wood crafts, mosaic, ceramic painting, ceramic glazing, tie dye, sand pouring, leather stamping, kids jewelry and adult jewelry. Starting the end of May, we open silk painting, glass fusing, and basket making, and hours will extend to 9:30 am – 8:00 pm. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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YMCA of the Rockies
2515 Tunnel RdThere is just a ton to do at the YMCA of the Rockies. One of our favorite places on their property is the Craft & Design Center. You don't have to be staying at the Y to use this facility. You can get more details on their website, but here is an excerpt: The Craft & Design Center is typically open seven days a week. Year-round, open sections include; painting wood crafts, mosaic, ceramic painting, ceramic glazing, tie dye, sand pouring, leather stamping, kids jewelry and adult jewelry. Starting the end of May, we open silk painting, glass fusing, and basket making, and hours will extend to 9:30 am – 8:00 pm. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Estes Valley Community Center is a one-stop recreation facility offering an indoor running track, weight room with free weights and selectorized machines, cardio equipment and group fitness room, multi-court gymnasium, classroom/party room and game room, lap pool (6 lanes, 25 yards), leisure pool with waterslide, lazy river with interactive play features, and drop-in childcare while using the facility.
Phone: (970) 586-8191
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Estes Valley Community Center
660 Community DrThe Estes Valley Community Center is a one-stop recreation facility offering an indoor running track, weight room with free weights and selectorized machines, cardio equipment and group fitness room, multi-court gymnasium, classroom/party room and game room, lap pool (6 lanes, 25 yards), leisure pool with waterslide, lazy river with interactive play features, and drop-in childcare while using the facility.
Phone: (970) 586-8191
Essentials
Safeway gets SLAMMED in the summer time! The best time to go is early morning or late at night. For a small sized store though, it really does have almost everything and the staff does a great job there. They work very hard to get you through the lines as quickly as possible.
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Safeway
451 E Wonderview AveSafeway gets SLAMMED in the summer time! The best time to go is early morning or late at night. For a small sized store though, it really does have almost everything and the staff does a great job there. They work very hard to get you through the lines as quickly as possible.
Recently opened, Dollar General has many of the essentials you may have forgotten to bring with you. While there was a bit of an uproar to have a chain store like this come into Estes Park, even the most jaded locals are now shopping at Dollar General!
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Dollar General
451 Stanley AveRecently opened, Dollar General has many of the essentials you may have forgotten to bring with you. While there was a bit of an uproar to have a chain store like this come into Estes Park, even the most jaded locals are now shopping at Dollar General!