Each book in the Adventures with the Parkers series for kids 8-13 takes the Parker family to a popular national park and is packed with adventure as well as interesting facts about park activities, natural history, outdoor safety, and much more. All books have been vetted and approved by park officials and park associations. Each book includes color illustrations and photographs.

Brochure includes information on Rocky Mountain Parks Transportation Company tours through the Park.

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In the seventh book in the Adventures with the Parkers series' join the Parkers as they head to Colorado to visit the stunning high peaks and tundra of Rocky Mountain National Park. When the snow clears midsummer' the park's many famous sites are on display; Trail Ridge Road - the highest - elevation highway in the United States' spectacular wildflowers' elk and raptors' streams and waterfalls' and the unique alpine tundra of the high meadows. The family's big adventure? A hike up Longs Peak' a Colorado fourteener at 14'255 feet. But frequent afternoon thundershowers and hailstorms pelt the family during their training hikes' and the Parkers start to question the wisdom of a nighttime ascent of the summit. Will injuries' exhaustion' and dangerous weather take their toll on the family?

A ski and snowboard guidebook for Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes Park Colorado

Letters to her sister about the author's travel in Colorado, autumn and early winter 1873.

Best Hikes Rocky Mountain National Park features the best hiking throughout Rocky Mountain National Park. Detailed maps and trail descriptions make navigating these wonderful trails easy, from family-friendly strolls to popular vistas to hillier wooded pathways. FalconGuides have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks for more than thirty-five years. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors. Look inside to find: Hikes suited to every ability Mile-by-mile directional cues Difficulty ratings, trail contacts, fees/permits, and best hiking seasons An index of hikes by category—from easy day hikes to waterfalls Invaluable trip-planning information, including local lodging and campgrounds Full-color photos throughout GPS coordinates