Brittany & John
Things To Do
Rocky Mountain National Park
Highly recommend visiting our beautiful National Park! Please note you will need to pay a park entrance fee unless you have a National Parks pass. Depending on time of year, there might be a timed-entry reservation in place. We recommend visiting the park website for the most up to date information on reservation requirements.
Hikes and Trails
Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.
The Vault at the Stanley Hotel
Single barrels or special bottles, the Vault is a collection of The Stanley’s other spirits (ONLY available here at the hotel). Most of these selections are 1 of less than 200 bottles in existence. The Vault offers private, curated tastings exploring a little whiskey history, classifications (What’s a bourbon?), and the best way to enjoy it (however you like).
Stanley Hotel - Historic and Night Tours
This historic hotel is one of oldest (and most grand) in the Estes Valley, plus it’s situated in a prime spot for the maximum panoramic Rocky Mountain views. The Stanley Hotel was built in 1909 by F.O. Stanley (known for the Stanley Steamer) as an upscale resort and wellness destination. The Stanley also has plenty of pop-culture history. Stephen King spent one winter night there snowed in, and was inspired to write “The Shining.” The subsequent film starring Jack Nicholson wasn’t filmed here in Estes – but popular comedy Dumb and Dumber was. As the inspiration for a spooky movie like The Shining, the Stanley has earned a bit of a paranormal reputation. You can now go on night tour at the property to explore the active phenomena and spirit folklore. If you’re more interested in the history and celebrities who have stayed over the years, they offer a daytime tour as well.