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The Holzwarth Historic Site is a well-preserved homestead and dude ranch within Rocky Mountain National Park, located in the Kawuneeche Valley on the west side of the park. The Holzwarth family, settlers, built the ranch and homestead in 1917 and later expanded it into the Never Summer Ranch, a popular tourist destination. The site includes historic buildings such as cabins and a taxidermy shop, offering a glimpse into Rocky Mountain life from the early 1900s to the 1970s. There is a parking lot on Trail Ridge Road near the historic site. The homestead is a few minutes' walk away.

This is a wonderful, hearty cascade into a pool fringed by a few trees. The trail to get here leads through an old burn scar, though, so it's best to save this hike for a cloudy day when you don't need much shade.

This pleasant, narrow foothpath makes for a great run alongside the North Platte River.

This pleasant, narrow foothpath wanders alongside the North Platte River.

Far from the powerful current of the river flowing through the Grand Canyon, this is where the Colorado River begins. From here, it continues on through an impressive seven US and two Mexican states. Keep an eye out for moose and elk, common to the area.

Zimmerman Lake is a scenic, small lake ringed with fir and spruce trees in the Roosevelt National Forest. This lake is a great habitat for native cutthroat trout, which you can sometimes see jumping out of the water for bugs. This picturesque spot is accessible via a relatively short, moderate trail on an old logging road, making it a great destination for people of all ages and ability levels.

Summit Lake Campground opens in mid-June and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. You can enjoy fishing at one of the six lakes or simply relax and take in the serene surroundings.

Buffalo Pass is a popular mountain biking starting point, as well as a good spot to drop a shuttle from other trails such as Fish Creek Falls.