Opened in 1920, Old Fall River Road earned the distinction of being the first auto route in Rocky Mountain National Park offering access to the park's …See more
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Aug 20, 2024
We arrived in early June and the road was closed due to snow. However, there were a few individuals like us who walked the road. It was an enjoyable experience. We had gear so when the road ran in… Full review by Pdonatyandkids
Jul 7, 2024
It was great to see the park from a different, more rustic, road. It made things a bit more scenic, if that's possible. There were fewer cars on the road than you see on the paved Trail Ridge Road.… Full review by dorsalmo
Sep 6, 2023
This historic road was on our must-do list and it didn't disappoint. It's hard to imagine the work that went into creating this more than 100 years ago. The driver shouldn't have a fear of heights! S… Full review by Lee G
I want to drive up Old Fall River road to Alluvial Fan area. Can I drive back to the intersection with #34 (fALL RIVER ROAD or is this only one way ?
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You wisely posted your question on the TripAdvisor Colorado Travel Forum and I answered it there. Click on your screen name to locate your posts and replies on the Colorado …
You wisely posted your question on the TripAdvisor Colorado Travel Forum and I answered it there. Click on your screen name to locate your posts and replies on the Colorado Travel Forum. To repeat that answer here. It is Endovalley Road that travels from highway 34 (Trail Ridge Road) to and beyond the Alluvial Fan area. Endovalley Road is a paved two way road. Old Fall River Road which is a dirt one way road does not begin until the end of Endovalley Road. Yes, you can drive from highway 34 to the Alluvial Fan and turn around and go back to highway 34.
My family will be visiting in about 3 weeks in a 23' 2wd truck with a slide in camper. While we are under the 25' length, I was wondering about how well our truck camper combo could handle the road. Thanks!
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Thanks for the responses. One more question: Do we have to worry about overhanging rocks or low limbs? The truck camper is 11' tall.
Hi, I am planning to take the Old Fall River road this weekend. I have a sedan which is front-wheel drive. Just wanted to know if AWD is a must for this route. Thanks, Arnav
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You will be fine as long as it is dry. An older model Chevy Malibu was ahead of us and they had no problems. I’d worry about doing it in the rain because the road is just …
You will be fine as long as it is dry. An older model Chevy Malibu was ahead of us and they had no problems. I’d worry about doing it in the rain because the road is just compacted ground, but otherwise, no problems. Be sure to pull off by the waterfall about a mile from the entrance. If the first pull off beside the water is full, there is a larger parking lot past the switchback, and a little higher up that offers a short hike and great pictures.
'Many years ago' when I first visited RMNP, there was a small bus/van that drove up the Old Fall River Road to the visitor's center & then returned to Estes Park via the 'bigger' road. We are making a return visit this fall. Is such a van/shuttle bus still available? Thank you!
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Good Evening Lynda. There are commercial guided tours that can take you on a trip up Old Fall River Road. One option is the Rocky Mountain Conservancy. The Conservancy provides …
Good Evening Lynda. There are commercial guided tours that can take you on a trip up Old Fall River Road. One option is the Rocky Mountain Conservancy. The Conservancy provides a very educational and informative tour of Old Fall River Road. I don't know how frequently they do the tour, but I am sure they can provide you with information. Google Rocky Mountain Conservancy. You can also Google guided tours on Old Fall River Road and several companies providing tours will pop up. A third option is to contact the Estes Park Visitor Center and ask them to send or provide information on commercial guides to contact. Rocky Mountain National Park itself does not conduct a guided tours. Your option will be to find a non governmental entity to provide your tour. The cost I saw from googling was about $80 per person. The drive up Old Fall River Road is not a "Death Defying Experience" so you could consider driving up the road your self. There is a 25 foot length limit on vehicles and it is a one way road going uphill, but regular SUV's, sedans and pickup trucks drive up the road just fine. There is a pamphlet the park sells in the gift shops that talks about Old Fall River Road and what you will see along the way. I hope this helps. I volunteer in the park and will be happy to help wit any other questions you may have. Happy planning and have a safe visit this fall. Cheers.
Jul 7, 2024
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