Colorado’s Old Fall River Road To Close For the Season

Rocky Mountain National Park is arguably one of the best, if not the best, national parks in the United States and we're lucky enough to have it right here in our backyard in Northern Colorado. The majestic peaks and winding roads make this national park in Colorado a bucket list item for many travelers.

Old Fall River Road is one of the biggest highlights of Rocky Mountain National Park and we try to take this road whenever possible during the summer months. You can tell when winter is creeping into Colorado when the closures of Old Fall River Road and Trail Ridge Road are announced.

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Starting on October 8, 2024, Old Fall River Road will close for the season. From October 8 to 10, Old Fall River Road will be closed for all usage during this time while staff works on road maintenance.

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Old Fall River Road will then reopen for a few days for bicyclists, hikers, and leashed pets from October 11 to 14 before closing yet again for roadwork on October 15 through 18. When Old Fall River Road reopens on October 19, the road will once again be able to be used by bicyclists, walkers, and leashed pets through November 30.

If you want to visit Rocky Mountain National Park and take a drive up Old Fall River Road, be sure you select a timed entry reservation before you make the journey up to Rocky Mountain National Park. These timed entry reservations will be in effect through mid-October. More information on the closure of Old Fall River Road and the timed entry reservation can be found at rockymountainnationalpark.com.