Rocky Mountain National Park + Denver via Instagram

Did you miss our Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and Denver adventure in real-time on Instagram? No worries! We’ve brought it all right here for you to enjoy on Expedia Viewfinder.

We're off! Celebrating our journey to Rocky Mountain NP with a mimosa and a look back at other NP adventures in our NP Passport. Like kids in a candy store 🎉

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 15, 2016 at 11:33am PDT

So, THAT'S why we had a bumpy landing! Heading into the mountains! #denver –> #rockynps #roadtrip

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 15, 2016 at 4:40pm PDT

We've arrived at the gateway to @rockynps – perfectly situated Estes Park, Colorado and this haunted hotel. Rocky Mountain NP is the only “Top 10” National Park that we have not visited. We spend a lot of time in nature and usually take a very immersive approach. For this @expedia assignment, we’re doing things a bit differently. Charged with the task of appealing to what a range of travelers might enjoy on such an adventure, we’ve got a variety of experiences mapped out. For starters, we're staying at the ghostly, world-famous Stanley Hotel to kick things off. All work and no play makes the NVR Guys very dull boys. <— haha

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All National Park adventures should start with a stop at the Visitor Center. Earlier today, before heading into Rocky Mountain National Park, we learned all about our options during the winter season. Now, it’s time to get out there!

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 16, 2016 at 1:58pm PDT

The climax of yesterday’s hike (see previous picture) was this – Gem Lake. As we got closer and closer to our 9000-feet-high destination, we found ourselves hiking uphill on snow and ice (with strained breathing!). It was WAY worth it, though, to enjoy this beaut of a frozen lake, which is comprised entirely of snowmelt and rainwater. The mind-bending rock formations and general scenery on the way up were spectacular too.

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 17, 2016 at 7:58am PDT

We’re off on our next mini-adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park, planning tools from the Visitor Center at the ready. We’ve already spotted wildlife (elk and deer), and we definitely see more snow in our future.

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S N O W I N G

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 17, 2016 at 2:30pm PDT

We earned our National Park Passport stamps (and a few souvenirs!) at Rocky Mountain NP. 💯🍾

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 18, 2016 at 2:04pm PDT

Fact: There will be a F I G H T for the 3rd one! ⚔

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 19, 2016 at 10:27am PDT

Go ahead, hate us! Or… channel that energy into getting your butt to @GlazedAndConfuzed in Denver to get your own bacon and samoa donuts. Now, excuse us while we head to the hotel gym to shame-workout and cry. #ExpediaViewfinders

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 20, 2016 at 8:45am PDT

Sunrise walk in Denver.

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 21, 2016 at 7:06am PDT

Thanks for the snowy fun Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park! 😘

A photo posted by NVRguys (@nvrguys) on Mar 22, 2016 at 4:11pm PDT

Be sure to check out our other posts so that you can piece together your own dream adventure to Colorado. Also, our co-Viewfinders visited other National Parks that might be of interest to you.

What’s your favorite National Park to visit?