Keep in mind that plant and animal watching vary with the season. Here are a few highlights:
November - May
Elk commonly seen at lower elevations on the East Side.
March
Mountain Bluebirds return.
May - June
Bird migration.
Elk calves and bighorn lambs born.
Wildflowers in bloom at lower elevations.
Tundra flowers begin blooming.
July
Wildflower season peaks.
August
Colorado columbines and other late season flowers still in bloom.
The Elk rut begins.
Bird migration.
September-October
Elk rut peaks.
Bird migration continues.
Aspens turn color.
Did You Know?
Daily during the summer, Rocky's custodial crew cleans 102 toilets in comfort stations at trailheads and along roads. They also clean around 100 toilets in campground comfort stations, 30 visitor center toilets, and 35 toilets for park staff. That's 267 toilets cleaned every day of the summer!