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🏕️🎯 Epic Summer Fun in Colorado at YMCA of the Rockies

July 18, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure at YMCA of the Rockies! With two remarkable locations: Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch, you're bound to find your perfect family getaway in the mountains this summer! Nestled near Rocky Mountain National Park, these family favorites offer a packed calendar of activities and exciting new additions for 2024.

New Aerial Challenge Courses: Test your courage and navigate through a network of suspended bridges, tightropes, and more at the brand new Aerial Challenge Courses, towering 35 feet above the ground! Available at both Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch!

Summer Olympic Passport to Fun ProgramNow - August 15enjoy a vast array of activities included with your stay, many inspired by the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris! Guests can try their hand at archery, basketball, climbing, swimming, table tennis and more! Collect stamps for all the Olympic-themed activities in your Summer Olympics Passport to Fun program.




Unforgettable Experiences:

  • Skip the Line for Rocky Mountain National Park: Enjoy convenient access to dozens of hike-in, hike-out trails and even guided hikes within the park, thanks to YMCA of the Rockies' prime location.
  • Nostalgic Summer Camp Fun: Relive the magic of summer camp with daily educational sessions, naturalist workshops, and classic games like kickball and capture the flag.
  • Arts at Altitude Music FestivalAugust 10-17 - Immerse yourself in music at the Estes Park Center with the inaugural Arts at Altitude Music Festival, featuring the renowned Cleveland Pops Orchestra.

Accommodation Options: Choose from affordable lodge rooms with common areas, perfect for groups, or pet-friendly cabins with full kitchens and private porches. Snow Mountain Ranch even offers a unique Yurt Village and campground experience. Most rooms and cabins are TV-free, encouraging a digital detox.




Keeping the Kids Entertained: Day camps for children ages 3-17 run from early June to mid-August (Monday-Friday). Register for a single day, several days, or the entire week! Day camp rates start at $50/day at Estes Park Center and $140/week at Snow Mountain Ranch. 

Plan Your Adventure: Don't miss out on an unforgettable summer getaway at YMCA of the Rockies - schedule your family getaway today!

For a complete list of activities and for reservations visit ymcarockies.org!