Rocky Mountain National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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4.3
Marvin_M
36 days ago
Saves money on tours. It’s your own private tour guide. He even tells you stops for lookouts and hikes. The only bad thing is you do all the driving.
Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together! Take an unforgettable drive through Rocky Mountain National Park with this self-guided audio tour! These beautiful peaks are loaded with hiking trails and astonishing vistas, and this comprehensive tour will introduce you to all of them. Visit stunning lakes and mountain passes, hear the history of the remarkable women who helped create the park, and learn about the Ute tribe and their legends. And, of course, don’t forget to snap a few photos along the way! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Departure Point
- Start near the Grand Lake Visitor Center on Trail Ridge Rd, Grand Lake, CO. If approaching northbound, the Visitor Center will be on your right. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.
- Start near the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center at 1000 US Hwy 36, Estes Park, CO, with the Visitor Center parking lot as a reference. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Beaver PondsEstes Park, CO 80517Up next are Beaver Ponds, featuring an easy boardwalk through secluded, very pretty wetlands.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Beaver Meadows Visitor Center1000 US Highway 36, ColoradoBeaver Meadows Visitor Center, also known as Rocky Mountain National Park Administration Building, is the park headquarters and principal visitors center of Rocky Mountain National Park in central northern Colorado.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Deer MountainThe first hiking trail you'll reach is the Deer Mountain Trailhead, which leads up 1,000 feet to some spectacular views from a mountainous summit.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Rocky Mountain National Park1000 US Highway 36, , Estes Park, ColoradoWelcome to Rocky Mountain National Park! This tour will take you through the most picturesque stretch of this majestic mountain range. Get ready for stunning vistas, lush meadows, and prime wildlife-spotting! Note: The tour is over 40+ miles long, with more than 60+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Many Parks Curve OverlookUs 34, ColoradoAfter that is Hidden Valley, a boreal forest with some of the hardiest flora in the country.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Rainbow Curve Overlook1043 Trail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517You'll arrive next at the Many Parks Curve Overlook, which offers stunning views of not one or two but three gorgeous mountain meadows.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Ute TrailTrail Ridge Road, ColoradoThe next overlook you'll reach is Rainbow Curve Overlook, which sits right at the altitude beyond which most trees can no longer grow. Suffice to say it boasts some pretty incredible views!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Forest Canyon OverlookTrail Ridge Rd., about 14 mi southeast of Alpine visitor center, ColoradoAt the next trail, the Ute Trailhead, you'll learn about the Ute tribe which once called the Rockies home.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Lava Cliffs OverlookTrail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517Continuing on, you'll come to the Forest Canyon Overlook, featuring a vista from 12,000 feet up. You'll also get some facts about the Arapaho tribe while taking in the views.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Gore Range OverlookTrail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517Your route takes you next to the Lava Cliffs Overlook. You might not think "lava" when you think of the Rocky Mountains, but these 28 million year-old cliffs are sure to change your mind about that!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Alpine Visitor CenterTrail Ridge Rd., ColoradoNext, you'll arrive at the Gore Range Overlook. This ominously-named range gets its name from the deep red coloring it takes on at certain times of the day, and you might just catch sight of that striking image while visiting!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Medicine Bow CurveU.S. 34, Estes Park, CO 80517You'll pass the Alpine Visitor Center next. This isn't just a great place to stop for snacks and restrooms, it's also the highest-elevation visitor center in any US national park!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Forest Canyon Overlook1043 Trail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517At the Medicine Bow Curve, up next, you won't want to leave your camera in the car! This vista is so high up you can see the state of Wyoming from it!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Farview Curve ViewpointTrail Ridge Road, Grand Lake, CO 80447Ever seen an alpine lake? That's next, at Poudre Lake. This lake is so high up that it freezes all the way through, top to bottom, each winter.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Colorado River TrailheadColorado River Trail, Grand Lake, CO 80447Continuing on, you'll arrive at Fairview Curve Viewpoint, offering an excellent look at the Never Summer Mountain Range.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Timber Creek Road Camp BarnGrand Lake, CO 80447The next trail leads to some great views of the famous Colorado River. Here, you'll also learn some of that river's surprising history.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Holzwarth Historic SiteGrand Lake, CO 80447The road you'll follow throughout the park wasn't built in a day, and your next stop, the Timber Creek Road Camp Barn, provides a glimpse into the ambitious construction project's past. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bowen-Baker TrailheadTrail Ridge Road, Grand Lake, CO 80447More history waits ahead, at the Holzwarth Historic Site. Once the home of a small family, this became one of the nation's first dude ranches before the area was a national park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Coyote Valley TrailheadGrand Lake, CO 80447Up next is the Bowen/Baker Trailhead, marking the start of one of the park's longest trails. Experienced hikers looking for a challenge will definitely want to check this one out!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Onahu TrailheadGrand Lake, CO 80447The next trail, the Coyote Valley Trail, is a great choice for hikers looking for an easier, shorter journey. This trek also has opportunities for fishing!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Grand LakeGrand Lake, ColoradoThe Ute and the Arapaho weren't the only tribes to call the Rockies home. You'll learn about another, the Onahu, at the Onahu Trailhead up next.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Moraine Park MuseumBear Lake Road, , ColoradoThe main tour concludes in the town of Grand Lake, which has all the amenities you'll need after a long, rewarding day in the Rockies.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Moraine Park MuseumBear Lake Road, , ColoradoIf you chose to take the Bear Lake detour, you'll come first to the Moraine Park Amphitheater, which dates all the way back to the park's earliest days.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bear Lake TrailheadBear Lake Road, , ColoradoAt Moraine Park, up next, you'll have the opportunity for some seriously scenic horseback riding.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fern LakeAfter that you'll come to Cub Lake Trailhead, where you'll learn about the lasting damage caused by wildfires within the park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eagle Cliff MountainBeyond that is Fern Lake Trailhead, the perfect stop for hikers looking for a bit of peace and quiet away from the crowds.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Sprague LakeColoradoAs you follow the route, you'll find it hard to miss Eagle Cliff Mountain, named for the golden eagles and bald eagles which can frequently be seen in this area.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Glacier Gorge Junction TrailheadBear Lake Rd, ColoradoLooking for a picturesque picnic spot? You'll find it next, at Hollowell Park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bear LakeColoradoA relaxing destination with many picnic tables and excellent views of Mill Creek Basin below Longs Peak.Duration: 1 hourAdditional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Timed-entry permits are required at Rocky Mountain National Park from May 23 to Oct 13, 2025 (9 AM–2 PM), with Bear Lake Corridor access needed through Oct 19 (5 AM–6 PM). Permits open monthly (1st day of each month); day‑of slots drop each night at 7 PM MDT. Booking at least one month ahead during peak season is highly recommended, as spots fill fast.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
- Important Note: Due to a winter storm, Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park is temporarily closed to thru travel. The road is closed on the east side at Rainbow Curve and on the west side at Colorado River Trailhead. Old Fall River Road is also closed. Please check current conditions before your visit.
- ⚠️ Important Note: The U.S. Government Shutdown has ended, but some National Park services, visitor centers and facilities may reopen in phases. Please check official park updates before visiting.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Park Passes
Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together! Take an unforgettable drive through Rocky Mountain National Park with this self-guided audio tour! These beautiful peaks are loaded with hiking trails and astonishing vistas, and this comprehensive tour will introduce you to all of them. Visit stunning lakes and mountain passes, hear the history of the remarkable women who helped create the park, and learn about the Ute tribe and their legends. And, of course, don’t forget to snap a few photos along the way! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
Departure Point
- Start near the Grand Lake Visitor Center on Trail Ridge Rd, Grand Lake, CO. If approaching northbound, the Visitor Center will be on your right. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.
- Start near the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center at 1000 US Hwy 36, Estes Park, CO, with the Visitor Center parking lot as a reference. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with the Visitor Center. Audio plays automatically—check your email/text for details.
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Beaver PondsEstes Park, CO 80517Up next are Beaver Ponds, featuring an easy boardwalk through secluded, very pretty wetlands.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Beaver Meadows Visitor Center1000 US Highway 36, ColoradoBeaver Meadows Visitor Center, also known as Rocky Mountain National Park Administration Building, is the park headquarters and principal visitors center of Rocky Mountain National Park in central northern Colorado.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Deer MountainThe first hiking trail you'll reach is the Deer Mountain Trailhead, which leads up 1,000 feet to some spectacular views from a mountainous summit.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Rocky Mountain National Park1000 US Highway 36, , Estes Park, ColoradoWelcome to Rocky Mountain National Park! This tour will take you through the most picturesque stretch of this majestic mountain range. Get ready for stunning vistas, lush meadows, and prime wildlife-spotting! Note: The tour is over 40+ miles long, with more than 60+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Many Parks Curve OverlookUs 34, ColoradoAfter that is Hidden Valley, a boreal forest with some of the hardiest flora in the country.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Rainbow Curve Overlook1043 Trail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517You'll arrive next at the Many Parks Curve Overlook, which offers stunning views of not one or two but three gorgeous mountain meadows.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Ute TrailTrail Ridge Road, ColoradoThe next overlook you'll reach is Rainbow Curve Overlook, which sits right at the altitude beyond which most trees can no longer grow. Suffice to say it boasts some pretty incredible views!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Forest Canyon OverlookTrail Ridge Rd., about 14 mi southeast of Alpine visitor center, ColoradoAt the next trail, the Ute Trailhead, you'll learn about the Ute tribe which once called the Rockies home.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Lava Cliffs OverlookTrail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517Continuing on, you'll come to the Forest Canyon Overlook, featuring a vista from 12,000 feet up. You'll also get some facts about the Arapaho tribe while taking in the views.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Gore Range OverlookTrail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517Your route takes you next to the Lava Cliffs Overlook. You might not think "lava" when you think of the Rocky Mountains, but these 28 million year-old cliffs are sure to change your mind about that!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Alpine Visitor CenterTrail Ridge Rd., ColoradoNext, you'll arrive at the Gore Range Overlook. This ominously-named range gets its name from the deep red coloring it takes on at certain times of the day, and you might just catch sight of that striking image while visiting!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Medicine Bow CurveU.S. 34, Estes Park, CO 80517You'll pass the Alpine Visitor Center next. This isn't just a great place to stop for snacks and restrooms, it's also the highest-elevation visitor center in any US national park!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Forest Canyon Overlook1043 Trail Ridge Road, Estes Park, CO 80517At the Medicine Bow Curve, up next, you won't want to leave your camera in the car! This vista is so high up you can see the state of Wyoming from it!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Farview Curve ViewpointTrail Ridge Road, Grand Lake, CO 80447Ever seen an alpine lake? That's next, at Poudre Lake. This lake is so high up that it freezes all the way through, top to bottom, each winter.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Colorado River TrailheadColorado River Trail, Grand Lake, CO 80447Continuing on, you'll arrive at Fairview Curve Viewpoint, offering an excellent look at the Never Summer Mountain Range.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Timber Creek Road Camp BarnGrand Lake, CO 80447The next trail leads to some great views of the famous Colorado River. Here, you'll also learn some of that river's surprising history.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Holzwarth Historic SiteGrand Lake, CO 80447The road you'll follow throughout the park wasn't built in a day, and your next stop, the Timber Creek Road Camp Barn, provides a glimpse into the ambitious construction project's past. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bowen-Baker TrailheadTrail Ridge Road, Grand Lake, CO 80447More history waits ahead, at the Holzwarth Historic Site. Once the home of a small family, this became one of the nation's first dude ranches before the area was a national park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Coyote Valley TrailheadGrand Lake, CO 80447Up next is the Bowen/Baker Trailhead, marking the start of one of the park's longest trails. Experienced hikers looking for a challenge will definitely want to check this one out!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Onahu TrailheadGrand Lake, CO 80447The next trail, the Coyote Valley Trail, is a great choice for hikers looking for an easier, shorter journey. This trek also has opportunities for fishing!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Grand LakeGrand Lake, ColoradoThe Ute and the Arapaho weren't the only tribes to call the Rockies home. You'll learn about another, the Onahu, at the Onahu Trailhead up next.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Moraine Park MuseumBear Lake Road, , ColoradoThe main tour concludes in the town of Grand Lake, which has all the amenities you'll need after a long, rewarding day in the Rockies.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Moraine Park MuseumBear Lake Road, , ColoradoIf you chose to take the Bear Lake detour, you'll come first to the Moraine Park Amphitheater, which dates all the way back to the park's earliest days.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bear Lake TrailheadBear Lake Road, , ColoradoAt Moraine Park, up next, you'll have the opportunity for some seriously scenic horseback riding.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Fern LakeAfter that you'll come to Cub Lake Trailhead, where you'll learn about the lasting damage caused by wildfires within the park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Eagle Cliff MountainBeyond that is Fern Lake Trailhead, the perfect stop for hikers looking for a bit of peace and quiet away from the crowds.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Sprague LakeColoradoAs you follow the route, you'll find it hard to miss Eagle Cliff Mountain, named for the golden eagles and bald eagles which can frequently be seen in this area.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Glacier Gorge Junction TrailheadBear Lake Rd, ColoradoLooking for a picturesque picnic spot? You'll find it next, at Hollowell Park.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Bear LakeColoradoA relaxing destination with many picnic tables and excellent views of Mill Creek Basin below Longs Peak.Duration: 1 hourAdditional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Timed-entry permits are required at Rocky Mountain National Park from May 23 to Oct 13, 2025 (9 AM–2 PM), with Bear Lake Corridor access needed through Oct 19 (5 AM–6 PM). Permits open monthly (1st day of each month); day‑of slots drop each night at 7 PM MDT. Booking at least one month ahead during peak season is highly recommended, as spots fill fast.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
- Important Note: Due to a winter storm, Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park is temporarily closed to thru travel. The road is closed on the east side at Rainbow Curve and on the west side at Colorado River Trailhead. Old Fall River Road is also closed. Please check current conditions before your visit.
- ⚠️ Important Note: The U.S. Government Shutdown has ended, but some National Park services, visitor centers and facilities may reopen in phases. Please check official park updates before visiting.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Park Passes
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78gazelle
At first it was great but once we came to the closed roads, it was confusing how to get back on track to see/hear the remaining points. I realize that, as the winter season approaches, roads need to be closed. I’m not sure how to remedy this. The app was helpful in finding some interesting places that we might not have stopped to explore like Sprague Lake. Not as busy this time of year. Beautiful .Watched the brook trout spawning. Saw mule deer, elk, magpie birds and others in the park. Worth it!
Marvin_M
Saves money on tours. It’s your own private tour guide. He even tells you stops for lookouts and hikes. The only bad thing is you do all the driving.
Anne_C
The guide was definitely helpful and I would not want to go through a park of this magnitude without some sort of guidance. My only two things to leave constructive criticism for is: 1) the gps built into the guide seemed to lag behind where we actually were, so often we would drive past something and then it would tell us about it a few hundred feet later; and 2) it would be nice for it to play some music in between commentaries to fill the space and let you know that it's still working after you've paused to get out and check something out.
JoAnne_C
It’s very informative
It was nice to be able to go back and forth with the stop information.
Great value.
kelseycH4192IB
We went to RMNP on a beautiful, foggy and rainy morning. We loved this audio tour because we could listen to cool facts about the area as we drove and decide when you want to stop to hike or take in the views. It was informative, easy to use and enjoyable. By the time we got to the top of Trail Ridge Road it was a winter wonderland and snowing! What a remarkable place.