Bear Lake is always a great hike that offers elevation gain by car and by foot with incredible views.
Tours of the hotel are available through their website. They also have a really neat bar.
If you are looking to ski or snowboard and want a larger park, this is where you should go. It is about a 2 1/2 hour drive from Estes Park.
If you would like to ski or snowboard at a smaller resort this would be your option. This is about an hour drive from Estes Park.
Downtown Estes Park is full of food and shops to walk around.