Things to do in Rocky Mountains

Activities, attractions and tours

Rocky Mountains
Johnston Canyon which includes forests, snow and a gorge or canyon
Johnston Canyon featuring landscape views, a gorge or canyon and a waterfall
Dinosaur Ridge showing rides
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Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism/Jake Bauer
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1. Glacier National Park

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Glacier National Park, one of North America’s most pristine ecosystems, established in 1910 as the 10th U.S. national park. Its glacier-capped peaks, alpine valleys and crystal clear lakes fill more than 1 million acres (400,000 hectares) within Montana state.
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Glacier National Park showing mountains, autumn colours and forests

2. Banff National Park

Banff National Park is known for its rugged mountain scenery, glacier-fed turquoise lakes and miles of untouched forests. Come for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Thrill seekers will find no shortage of activities, from white water rafting to mountain biking.
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Banff National Park featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items

3. Grand Teton National Park

Everything is grand in Grand Teton National Park: majestic peaks, regal wildlife, lake reflections and unmatched opportunities for solitude. Find exhilarating adventure and tranquil solitude in this vast park.
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Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

4. Breckenridge Ski Resort

Explore the slopes of Breckenridge Ski Resort, one of the Western Hemisphere’s most popular ski destinations. Trails traverse five magnificent peaks along the Tenmile Range in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Ski, snowboard, snowmobile or sled along the resort’s world-class groomed slopes or discover a variety of backcountry space and stunning cross-country trails. After a long day enjoying the outdoors, investigate the area’s gold-rush heritage and find exciting dining in the town of Breckenridge.
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Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forest scenes and snow

5. Winter Park Ski Resort

Visit Winter Park Ski Resort for year-round adventures amid Fraser Valley’s stunning natural beauty. Enjoy activities from skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing to mountain biking and mineral panning. Winter Park Ski Resort opened in 1940 as a facility for residents of Denver. Today, it’s one of Colorado’s most popular mountain resorts.
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Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, mountains and landscape views

6. Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is a colossal wilderness of diverse landscapes and ecosystems, a natural playground of mountains, roaring waterfalls, volcanic phenomena, bears and bison.
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Yellowstone National Park featuring rapids, landscape views and a waterfall

7. Red Rocks Amphitheater

Everyone who’s anyone has played here, from opera singers and orchestras to The Beatles, U2, Neil Young, Coldplay and Jimi Hendrix. Musicians consider the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, 15 miles (24 kilometers) west of Denver, to be one of the best venues in the world to play at, with its magical, almost spiritual, atmosphere.
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Red Rocks Amphitheater showing theatre scenes and snow

8. Big White Ski Resort

Ascending the road to Big White Ski Resort, you’ll be struck at the wind-whipped snow cornices found throughout the area. In some parts, an unusually high champagne powder snowfall carpets the trees, lending them a stocky appearance which has inspired the term “snow ghosts.” Explore over 2,765 acres (1,147 hectares) in one of the largest skiable terrains in British Columbia. Enjoy the day on the slopes and the remarkable sights.
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Big White Ski Resort showing snow as well as a small group of people

9. Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park is beautiful in the spring with slopes of wildflowers and in the winter with a blanket of pure, white snow. Come here to hike, look for wildlife, see the Continental Divide and appreciate nature.
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Estes Park showing tranquil scenes, a river or creek and hiking or walking

10. Vail Ski Resort

After all, this gem of Eagle County is one of North America’s largest ski spots; together with Beaver Creek, the area offers more than 7,000 acres of skiable terrain with nearly 350 trails and six individual parks. What’s more, though the region is known for its star-studded villages and luxurious properties, it’s not difficult to track down deals and discount prices on ski rentals, lift tickets and Vail ski packages during any season. To put it bluntly, Vail skiing utterly epitomizes the sport.
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Vail Ski Resort which includes a luxury hotel or resort and night scenes

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What to do in Rocky Mountains

Popular places to visit

Banff National Park featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and railway items

Banff National Park

Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery.

Banff National Park
Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park

5/5(23 reviews)

Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.

Grand Teton National Park
Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forest scenes and snow

Breckenridge Ski Resort

4.5/5(12 reviews)

A ski resort that impresses visitors with five breathtaking peaks, a huge variety of slopes and fantastic modern facilities. Nearby is a charming Victorian-era town.

Breckenridge Ski Resort
Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, mountains and landscape views

Winter Park Ski Resort

5/5(2 reviews)

With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts.

Winter Park Ski Resort
Yellowstone National Park featuring rapids, landscape views and a waterfall

Yellowstone National Park

Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure at the oldest and largest national park in the United States. You’ll come across one magnificent view after another.

Yellowstone National Park
Red Rocks Amphitheater showing theatre scenes and snow

Red Rocks Amphitheater

5/5(9 reviews)

This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage.

Red Rocks Amphitheater
Big White Ski Resort showing snow as well as a small group of people

Big White Ski Resort

5/5(2 reviews)

With a large elevation change and great facilities, this ski and snowboarding resort is considered one of the best in Western North America.

Big White Ski Resort
Estes Park showing tranquil scenes, a river or creek and hiking or walking

Rocky Mountain National Park

Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky.

Rocky Mountain National Park
Vail Ski Resort which includes a luxury hotel or resort and night scenes

Vail Ski Resort

5/5(11 reviews)

Ask any traveler to name the perfect winter destination, and the Vail Ski Resort will likely be at the top of his or her list.

Vail Ski Resort

Areas of Rocky Mountains

Beaver Creek showing forests, snow and a small town or village

Beaver Creek

5/5(1 area review)

Ride escalators between the plazas of this exclusive gated resort village and enjoy warm cookies after an afternoon on the slopes.

Beaver Creek
Vail Ski Resort which includes mountains, snow and landscape views

Vail Village

If you're spending some time in Vail Village, Vail Ski Resort and Gondola One Ski Lift are top sights worth seeing.

Vail Village
Breckenridge featuring outdoor art, snow and street performance

Historic District

5/5(4 area reviews)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Historic District. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Breckenridge Arts District might round out your trip.

Historic District
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Peak 9

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Peak 9. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Peak 8 SuperConnect Lift might round out your trip.

Peak 9
Aspen which includes mountains and snow

Downtown Aspen

5/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Downtown Aspen, you might make a stop by sights like Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola.

Downtown Aspen
Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow and a house

Peak 8

Unique features of Peak 8 include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Colorado SuperChair while you're exploring the area.

Peak 8