Mar 31, 2012 · Hidden Valley typifies the boreal ecosystem within the park. Spruce and fir trees seen here, along with understory species such as farie slipper orchids, feather moss and moon fern, create a forest environment similar to that seen further north. Hidden Valley even has a type of soil, a Spodosol, commonly seen in places like Scandanavia or Canada.

Jan 9, 2023 · Hidden Valley Ski Area officially opened in 1955, about 10 miles from the town of Estes Park, Colorado. It got skiers to the top with a pair of Poma and T-Bar lifts. But its status as a favorite ski area for locals dates well before then.

Jan 12, 2025 · Hidden Valley Sledding Hill, taken on January 12, 2025 NPS Wintertime Activities to Enjoy in Rocky Mountain National Park Sledding Hidden Valley Sledding Hill Update - January 13, 2025 Following recent winter storms, sledding conditions have improved at Hidden Valley. The sledding hill is now covered with a layer of 2-4 inches of fresh snow. When walking from the …

Visit the Hidden Valley sledding/tubing area in Rocky Mountain National Park. A great setup for safe, family winter fun. Bring your own tubes or rent.

Heads up! Adventuring on this trail in the winter requires winter mountaineering experience, specific training, and technical gear. Winter conditions can change rapidly in Rocky Mountain National Park, exposing hikers to dangers such as snowfields, avalanches, and winter storms.

Jun 12, 2024 · The Hidden Valley Nature Trail at Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park, Colorado is an easy 0.7-mile loop hike that features mountain views and opportunities for viewing wildlife.

Jan 26, 2024 · ESTES PARK, Colo. — A couple strapped in their snowshoes, children ran their sleds back up a hill and backcountry skiers practiced using avalanche beacons — an average winter day at Hidden Valley, tucked along a curve of Trail Ridge Road in …

Dec 10, 2024 · Play in the snow among majestic peaks and towering forests. Head to Hidden Valley Snow Park inside Rocky Mountain National Park, where you and the tikes can go sledding, build a snowman, and have the ultimate Calvin vs. Susie snowball fight. Of course it also is a pretty good place to bond.

Mar 13, 2023 · A spot with deep roots for winter adventures within Rocky Mountain National Park is long-loved Hidden Valley. At 9,240 feet of elevation and thick with Engelmann spruce and Subalpine fir, this narrow valley offered enjoyment in the snow long before it became known as a downhill ski area.

Jan 21, 2025 · This forested interpretive nature trail takes you through an area of the park that is part of a boreal ecosystem. The trees, ferns, and other plants in the area are typical of boreal forests in Canada and Scandinavia.