Early Snowfall Closes Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park

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Early Snowfall Blankets High Elevations of Rocky Mountain National Park

Trail Ridge Road Temporarily Closed Amidst First Snow of the Season

It is currently snowing in the high elevation areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. Snow started to fall at Alpine Visitor Center around 5 p.m. last night and it is still snowing in areas above 10,000 feet in elevation.

In the lower elevation areas of the park, on both the east and west sides, expect rain today.

Trail Ridge Road is temporarily closed to thru travel. The road is closed on the east side of the park at Rainbow Curve and on the west side of the park at Colorado River Trailhead.

Old Fall River Road is also temporarily closed.

Rangers will assess road conditions tomorrow. For updates on the status of Trail Ridge Road, call the recorded status line at 970-586-1222, follow us on the park's official social media pages, and check for alerts on the park's webpage.

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Rocky Mountain National Park's post on facebook

Image Credit: NPS Photos

Image 1 - Snow is falling at Alpine Visitor Center - taken September 22, 2025 around 6 p.m.

Image 2 - Elk walking in snow along Trail Ridge Road - taken the morning of September 23, 2025