FACT SHEET

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Rocky Mountain National Park

 Rocky Mountain National Park is 265,600 acres of land with area elevations reaching
14,259 feet in elevation.

 The park’s ecosystem consists of 67 different species of mammals, 270 species of birds,
11 species of fish, two species of reptiles and four species of amphibians.

 The threatened animal species in the park include Canada lynx, greenback cutthroat trout,
Mexican spotted owl and North American wolverine.

 Climbing opportunities at the park are limited to Longs Peak and Lumpy Ridge. Longs
Peak is 14,259 feet in elevation and experiences year-round winter conditions.

 The scenic drives are accessible through the Old Fall River Road and the Trail Ridge
Road.

 The Glacier Creek Stables and Moraine Park Stables offer horseback riding tours of the
park. Horses are allowed on 80% of the trails.

 The Lily Lake group picnic area is the only picnic area that requires a reservation.
Reservations require a $350 administrative fee.

 The park offers 355 miles of hiking trails ranging in elevation from 7,500 to 12,000 feet
in elevation. The 23 hiking trails vary in experience levels.

 The park requires a permit to travel overnight in the wilderness. The Beaver Meadows
Visitor Center and Kawuneeche Visitor Center offer permits and information about
wilderness camping.

 To fish at the park, a Colorado fishing license is required for people 16 and over.

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