Timed entry and tours at Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park uses booked entry or tours for 2 things. Turning up without one can mean being turned away, even with lodging booked inside the park.
What needs booking
| Name | Booking | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain National Park Timed Entry | Timed entry / ticket | Timed Entry and Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road |
| Rocky Mountain National Park Hiker Shuttle Tickets | Timed entry / ticket | — |
When bookings open
Rocky Mountain National Park timed entry is released a whole month at a time, on the 1st of the month one month earlier, at 8:00 a.m. Mountain time.
Check the current requirement
Entry reservation rules for Rocky Mountain National Park change every season and are the single most common reason a park trip goes wrong. Confirm on the official site close to your travel date.
Official Rocky Mountain National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Common questions
Does Rocky Mountain National Park need a timed entry reservation?
Yes — Rocky Mountain National Park Timed Entry and Rocky Mountain National Park Hiker Shuttle Tickets use timed entry. Check dates and hours before you travel, because the requirement is usually seasonal.