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Top 10 Most Visited National Parks in the US
4. Rocky Mountain National Park
Sprague Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park, photo by Jim Liestman
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the highest national parks in the nation, with elevations from 7,860 feet to 14,259 feet. Sixty mountain peaks over 12,000 feet high result in world-renowned scenery spanned over 415 square miles of mountain environments. Ancient glaciers carved the topography into an amazing range of ecological zones. Elemental forces of sky and earth still shape the sturdy rock foundation that supports life up to 14,000 feet above sea level. The top third of the park encompasses the alpine tundra, a windswept land above the trees. Landscapes on either side of the Continental Divide feature alpine lakes, forested valleys and a wide range of plants and animals. Iconic summer thunderstorms and persistent winter winds are among the forces that continue to shape this majestic landscape. The park offers over 300 miles of hiking trails, wildflowers, wildlife, starry nights, and fun times. In 2016, there are over 4.5 million visitors came to see the majestic scenery of Rocky Mountain National Park.
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