It is called The Gateway to the Rockies. The town was founded by a man named Joel Estes back in 1859 while he was on a hunting trip. He soon moved his family there and friends and fellow outdoorsmen followed.
The winter snows rarely stay on the ground in the town of Estes Park Colorado but it does stay up in the mountains.
Spring is an exciting time as the first spring flowers peak up out of the cold ground signaling to the world that warmth is on its way for another glorious summer of fun here.
As the days get warmer, the locals and weekend visitors hike, bike, canoe, fish, and swim. Make reservations months in advance if you want to stay at the YMCA in Rocky Mountain National Park because it fills up quickly. Some guests go back year after year.
There are plenty of good places to stay in the town, along with a lot of good places to eat.
The historic Stanley Hotel is a great place to stay in the town.
I have been told that The Malt Shop located at 125 Moraine Avenue has the best ice cream in town.
If you want a more substantial meal, I have a friend who says that The Wild Rose at 157 Elkhorn Avenue is her favorite spot to eat.
A family who goes to Estes Park almost every summer say their kids love Bob and Tony's Pizza at 124 W. Elkhorn Avenue.
Shopping is great in Estes Park Colorado. Park and walk the streets. Take your time and you will find some amazing treasures to take home with you. Have fun.
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