Rocky Mountain National Park releases timed entry dates and details for 2025
Reservation system similar to 2024
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Rocky Mountain National Park’s 2025 reservation system will begin May 23, 2025, according to a press release. This reservation system gives visitors high quality experiences while also protecting park resources.
The system manages day-use visitor access in a way that protects the park’s resources, maintains a positive visitor experience, promotes safety and supports the park’s ability to maintain daily operations. It was formally established through the Day Use Visitor Access Plan, which was finalized in May 2024.
The 2025 system will operate similarly to the 2024 system, with two types of reservations available. One permit will be for the Bear Lake Road Corridor, which includes the entire corridor as well as the rest of the park. This reservation period will be from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m., meaning a reservation is needed to enter the Bear Lake Corridor between those times.
The second permit will be for the rest of the park and excludes the Bear Lake Road corridor. This second reservation period will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and permits will allow park visitors to enter the park within two-hour windows of availability. There is no set time for departure with these permits.
The only cost associated with booking a reservation is a $2 processing fee at Recreation.gov .
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Anyone planning to visit the park should take time to consider their skills, fitness level and experience. Visitors should be prepared to turn back when conditions change, as weather and conditions can shift quickly in the Rocky Mountains. Before starting any trip, the park encourages people to take the time and explore the park’s website to plan ahead for a safer and more enjoyable visit.
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks. In 2022, the park received 4.3 million visits. Even with a pilot vehicle reservation timed entry system in place, the park has received some of the highest visitation in its history, according to the release.
- Beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2025. This round of reservations will be available to enter the park from May 24 through June 30.
- The next release will occur on June 1, for the month of July and any remaining days that have not been booked for June.
- On July 1, reservations will be available for the month of August and any remaining days that have not been booked for July.
- On Aug. 1, reservations will be available for the month of September and any remaining days in August that have not been booked.
- On Sept. 1, reservations will be available for October and any remaining days in September that have not been booked.
This story is from SkyHiNews.com.
