Forest Canyon Overlook
Forest Canyon Overlook
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Gabrielle W
Mobile, AL392 contributions
June 2021
Definitely a must do. It was one of the best overlooks on Trail Ridge Road. We stopped in the evening and it was very windy and pretty cool in June, so make sure to bring a jacket. Still snow covered right now so be careful.
Written 15 June 2021
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LSUTraveller
Watson, LA1,935 contributions
May 2023
Incredible views from the stop off Trail Ridge Road. Still very snowy in late May (the road had just opened that day). Lots of marmots to see and the beautiful valley/canyon below. Too bad people cannot be sensible or follow directions - way too many idiots for our taste (harassing the wildlife, going off trail, climbing over the fence/wall and just basically being idiots. Wish there was a Ranger present to corral them. The place itself is incredible though.
Written 25 June 2023
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL22,266 contributions
Sept 2022
There are a lot of overlooks on Trail Ridge Road and while the views at all are amazing, this one did stand out as a great visit, not for the view but the wildlife. We hiked several trails in the tundra but this was the only place I saw Pikas. Yes, the cuddly oversized mountain mouse was abundant at this overlook and this was the only place I saw them in the park. The views of a beautiful forested canyon between the tow tundra ridges is impressive. However, I could not keep my gaze for long as spotting the mountain mammals darting in and out of the rocks was our major focus here. I will say I did not get any pictures of the pikas as they do not stay in one place long; however, if you stop here you will see them.
I will say you do get great views of the rocky mountain tops shape by glacial forces. You will also get great views of the tundra area on top of the ridge. However, for me, this overlook will always stick out for one reason, Pikas.
I will say you do get great views of the rocky mountain tops shape by glacial forces. You will also get great views of the tundra area on top of the ridge. However, for me, this overlook will always stick out for one reason, Pikas.
Written 4 December 2022
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angeleyes27
Brigantine, NJ5,337 contributions
June 2023 • Couples
This overlook at 11,716 feet is not too far from the Alpine Visitor Center. A 5 minute easy flat trail takes you to another overlook. I think the trail is handicapped accessible. It is a very pretty scene surrounded by a couple peaks. There was still some snow here on the ground when we were there in June. A good photo spot. Just be wary of altitude sickness.
Written 26 February 2024
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Kathrine
Pennsylvania630 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
This stop is located in the tundra of the mountains. You feel as if you are on top of the world! The views are pretty, but it can be windy and cold. Take time to stop and look around. Look for sheep.
The one thing we didn’t appreciate were the visitors who did not heed the well-placed signs asking people to stay off the tundra. Signs were visible, but yet, some decided to ignore them and go take their selfie standing in the tundra. We even saw one couple across the road taking selfies with their dog in the delicate tundra grasses!
The one thing we didn’t appreciate were the visitors who did not heed the well-placed signs asking people to stay off the tundra. Signs were visible, but yet, some decided to ignore them and go take their selfie standing in the tundra. We even saw one couple across the road taking selfies with their dog in the delicate tundra grasses!
Written 20 October 2022
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Cocobam
Cincinnati, OH1,184 contributions
This overlook is on Trail Ridge Road a few miles east of the Alpine Visitor Center. There is a small parking area here. From there, a paved trail about 2/10 mile long leads out to the overlook. There are beautiful views of the valley.
Written 23 August 2009
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TouristMD
Baltimore, MD2,510 contributions
This is one of the stops along the Trail Ridge Road. From the parking lot you can walk to the overlook which is really neat. From there you are above the tree line, and you can look down into Forest Canyon which is packed with trees. On the day we were there there was quite a bit of snow, and part of the path was covered with snow. There are also nice views of the surrounding peaks.
Written 9 June 2008
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KevinsGirls
Edison, NJ749 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
This really is an easy walk and the views are definitely worth the walk. Tundra is all around you so you must stay on the paved path. If you are at RMNP or driving trail ridge road then I highly recommend stopping here. Great photo opportunity.
Written 10 August 2019
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OnYourMarkTravel
Wyoming1,867 contributions
Oct 2016
If you are on Trail Ridge Road and want to stop and take some picks of the wonderful drive of the canyon you see from your car, you can stop here and do just that. Otherwise, the views are almost the same along the drive if you just want to take photos with your car window down. The little walk to this overlook will provide a some extra spots to see, and if you want to stretch you legs, it is a great place with parking. The best view to me at this overlook, were the numerous cars driving along Trail Ridge Road. That is a fun sight to see. While there may be many over looks that have pull-off parking in this park, few have actual parking lots just for an overlook, so that is nicer if you have kiddos.
Written 21 November 2016
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Boejina
South Lebanon, OH143 contributions
Kids really enjoyed the view plus seeing all the different flowers on the tundra. Information boards gave interesting views of the different peaks and elevations. Super cold & windy but the payoff was seeing three bighorn sheep.
Written 25 June 2014
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