Elk are a common sight in Estes Park, only second, perhaps, to summertime tourists. In fact, it’s estimated that 2,400 elk roam the area, allowing you to catch sight of them from the Taharaa Mountain Lodge, the Kruger Rock Trail, the city streets, and just about anywhere else in town. [...]
Rocky Mountain National Park (roughly five minutes from the Taharaa Mountain Lodge) offers more than 265,000 acres of majestic mile-high wilderness. It encompasses mountains, alpine lakes, evergreen pines, frolicking wildlife, and more. An outdoor lover’s playground, this park is a staple of the state and one of Colorado’s crowning achievements. [...]
Springtime might just be the greatest season that the Rocky Mountains have to offer local Colorado residents and tourists who have traveled from near and far. As the snow begins to melt, rivers and streams swell, wildflowers spring up along well-traveled trails, and wildlife begins to wake up. Visiting Estes [...]
Fishing is an activity that comes with no guarantees; some people walk away so empty-handed that the entire sport feels like a bait and switch. But that doesn’t have to be the case; when it comes to Estes Park, the Twin Owl Steakhouse isn’t the only place to find great [...]
The Magic of Estes During Winter We may be giving away a big secret, however, we truly believe Estes Park comes alive during the winter months. Visiting Estes during the winter is like visiting a real life snow globe. The area isn’t just a top vacation destination in the summer [...]
“Feature Image by McShan Walker via Instagram.” Estes Park in November Guide Late Fall is a truly magnificent time in the mountains, and one of our favorite times of year. Everything seems to slow down a bit. Although some of the hiking that is accessible in the summer months [...]
Cindy and Alistair met in law school and started out as best friends. Their friendship blossomed into love and they never looked back. Alistair grew up in Colorado and Utah and has always had a love for the mountains. Cindy, an east-coaster with a knack for adventure, spent many [...]
We are honored that Sophia and Tom hosted their wedding day with us! It was a wonderful time and we wish them all of the best. The most breathtaking Colorado views... Sophia and Tom said their I do's on our covered deck. The details at their wedding reception were some [...]
For the past two decades, the Twin Owls Steakhouse has offered the premiere fine dining and event experience in the Estes Valley. Owned and operated by Sandra Huerta and Thad Eggen for the past seven years, the Steakhouse was established by Ed Grueff in 1999, and continued under the care [...]
