Estes Park Packing Essentials
Our favorite gear & other packing essentials for your visit to Estes Park, Colorado and the Rocky Mountain National Park
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Our Favorite Gear
Shop essentials by season
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Cotopaxi Fuego Down Jacket
Stay warm in the changing mountain weather
Our Favorite Gear
Our 3 favorite gear items to pack, no matter the season!
Danner Hiking Boots
Waterproof hiking boots
Darn Tough Socks
Comfortable socks for hiking
trekking poles
Help you keep balance
Vortex Diamondback Binoculars
Perfect for spotting wildlife from afar
Spring
Our top 3 essentials for spring in the Rockies
Micro Spikes
Traction on ice & snow
Ankle Gaiters
Keep the moisture away from socks
Hand warmers
Keep warm in the snow
Garmin inreach mini
Stay safe when hiking in the backcountry
Summer
Our top 3 essentials for summer in the Rockies
Camelbak Reservoir
Stay hydrated when outdoors
Wide Brim Hat
Keep the sun’s rays off your head
North Face Rain Jacket
Stay dry during the storms
Osprey 18 hiking backpack
Lightweight pack for day hikes in the mountains
fall
Our top 3 essentials for fall in the Rockies
Columbia Fleece
Keep warm from the cooling temps
Canon Rebel T7
Capture the wildlife & aspen leaves
Red / White Headlamp
For hikes with less daylight
Gopro hero9
Capture your adventures
winter
Our top 3 essentials for winter in the Rockies
Snowshoes
Stay atop the snow
Meriwool Gaiter
Keep your face warm
Ski Goggles
Protect from strong winds