Alluvial Fan

Power of Water

The Alluvial Fan is the result of the failure of the Lawn Lake Dam which failed in 1982 and sent 200 million gallons of water down to flood both the Park and nearby Estes Park township. What is left t...

Fairly short trail past a waterfall

This trail is one way with a parking lot at either side. It is fairly short and level so even handicapped people can enjoy it. Parking can be difficult although the lot is a good size. A flood had hap...

Unexpected gem in the park

This is such an interesting and beautiful site in Rocky Mountain National Park. There are several informational plaques telling about it. It is highly accessible for those with handicaps, including a...

Nice easy hike / walk

Take the Old Fall River Road; the first part (from park entrance) is two-way, and you can get to the Alluvila Fan, and go back. However highly recommend to continue on the one-way dirt road (Old Fall ...

History in the Park

A hat and sunglasses are all you need for this paved trail that shows visitors the power of previous floods. Reading up on the area before you arrive will help put the limited information on the poste...