Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rocky Mountains October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Rocky Mountains Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountains.dx6212871)[Hotels in Rocky Mountains](https://expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountains-Hotels.d6212871.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rocky Mountains](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Rocky-Mountains.d6212871.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rocky Mountains Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Rocky-Mountains.d6212871.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rocky Mountains Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountains.d6212871.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Rocky Mountains ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rocky Mountains Types of activities Where to stay [Rocky Mountains travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountains.dx6212871) ![Rocky Mountains](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/11adf94fa2eafdbda53e8a89d8202321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Johnston Canyon featuring forests, snow and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27744-Johnston-Canyon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Johnston Canyon which includes landscape views, a waterfall and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27748-Johnston-Canyon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dinosaur Ridge which includes rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22574-Dinosaur-Ridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism/Jake Bauer](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27709-Sunshine-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Banff Lake Louise Tourism/Jake Bauer](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27709-Sunshine-Village.jpg) ## Rocky Mountains Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Rocky Mountains has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Rocky Mountains is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rocky Mountains to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Rocky Mountains Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Rocky Mountains. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Rocky Mountains attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Glacier National Park Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Glacier National Park, one of North America’s most pristine ecosystems, established in 1910 as the 10th U.S. national park. Its glacier-capped peaks, alpine valleys and crystal clear lakes fill more than 1 million acres (400,000 hectares) within Montana state. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Glacier-National-Park-Montana.d6025872.Vacation-Attraction) ![Glacier National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/188000/188152-Glacier-National-Park.jpg) ### 2\. Banff National Park Banff National Park is known for its rugged mountain scenery, glacier-fed turquoise lakes and miles of untouched forests. Come for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. Thrill seekers will find no shortage of activities, from white water rafting to mountain biking. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Alberta.d602291.Vacation-Attraction) ![Banff National Park which includes railway items, a lake or waterhole and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27768-Banff-National-Park.jpg) ### 3\. Grand Teton National Park Everything is grand in Grand Teton National Park: majestic peaks, regal wildlife, lake reflections and unmatched opportunities for solitude. Find exhilarating adventure and tranquil solitude in this vast park. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Teton-National-Park-Wyoming.d6003311.Vacation-Attraction) ![Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season.](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/248000/248405-Grand-Teton-National-Park.jpg) ### 4\. Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone National Park is a colossal wilderness of diverse landscapes and ecosystems, a natural playground of mountains, roaring waterfalls, volcanic phenomena, bears and bison. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Yellowstone-National-Park-Yellowstone-National-Park.d6130056.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yellowstone National Park showing mist or fog, a waterfall and rapids](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37732-Yellowstone-National-Park.jpg) ### 5\. Rocky Mountain National Park Rocky Mountain National Park is beautiful in the spring with slopes of wildflowers and in the winter with a blanket of pure, white snow. Come here to hike, look for wildlife, see the Continental Divide and appreciate nature. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountain-National-Park-Colorado.d6130051.Vacation-Attraction) ![Estes Park which includes hiking or walking, a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226130-Central-Colorado.jpg) ### 6\. Breckenridge Ski Resort Explore the slopes of Breckenridge Ski Resort, one of the Western Hemisphere’s most popular ski destinations. Trails traverse five magnificent peaks along the Tenmile Range in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Ski, snowboard, snowmobile or sled along the resort’s world-class groomed slopes or discover a variety of backcountry space and stunning cross-country trails. After a long day enjoying the outdoors, investigate the area’s gold-rush heritage and find exciting dining in the town of Breckenridge. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Breckenridge-Ski-Resort-Breckenridge.d6071619.Vacation-Attraction) ![Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forests and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147419-Summit-County-Ski-Areas.jpg) ### 7\. Red Rocks Amphitheater Everyone who’s anyone has played here, from opera singers and orchestras to The Beatles, U2, Neil Young, Coldplay and Jimi Hendrix. Musicians consider the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, 15 miles (24 kilometers) west of Denver, to be one of the best venues in the world to play at, with its magical, almost spiritual, atmosphere. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-Denver.d500921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theatre scenes and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34530-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg) ### 8\. Pikes Peak Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is a 14,000-foot (4,300-meter) high mountain famed for its incredible vistas, high-altitude railroad and opportunities for adventure. It was named after explorer Zebulon Pike, who led an expedition to the area in 1806. Visit the summit of Pikes Peak at any time of the year to gaze across the spectacular Rocky Mountains. The view from here was the inspiration for Katherine Lee Bates' famed poem, America the Beautiful. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Pikes-Peak-Colorado-Springs.d6071581.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pikes Peak which includes mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34511-Pikes-Peak.jpg) ### 9\. Winter Park Ski Resort Visit Winter Park Ski Resort for year-round adventures amid Fraser Valley’s stunning natural beauty. Enjoy activities from skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing to mountain biking and mineral panning. Winter Park Ski Resort opened in 1940 as a facility for residents of Denver. Today, it’s one of Colorado’s most popular mountain resorts. [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/Winter-Park-Ski-Resort-Winter-Park.d6071623.Vacation-Attraction) ![Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, landscape views and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147476-Winter-Park-Ski-Area.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Rocky Mountains | Number of things to do | 10 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alpaca-and-llama-farm-tour.a46057137.activity-details): CA $63 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alpaca-and-llama-farm-tour.a46057137.activity-details) - [Madison River Guided Kayak Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madison-river-guided-kayak-excursion.a46108782.activity-details) - [Bozeman Brewery Hop](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bozeman-brewery-hop.a49090419.activity-details) - [Private Yellowstone Tour: ICONIC Sites, Wildlife, Family Friendly Hikes + l...](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/vip-private-tour-of-yellowstone-iconic-sites-wildlife-easy-hikes-with-lunch.a1244734.activity-details) - [From Bozeman Yellowstone and Teton Tour 3 Days and 2 Nights](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-bozeman-yellowstone-and-teton-tour-3-days-and-2-nights.a49997429.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alpaca-and-llama-farm-tour.a46057137.activity-details) - [Madison River Guided Kayak Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madison-river-guided-kayak-excursion.a46108782.activity-details) - [Bozeman Brewery Hop](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bozeman-brewery-hop.a49090419.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Alpaca and Llama Farm Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/alpaca-and-llama-farm-tour.a46057137.activity-details) - [Madison River Guided Kayak Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madison-river-guided-kayak-excursion.a46108782.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rocky Mountains * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rocky Mountains ![Banff National Park which includes railway items, a lake or waterhole and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27768-Banff-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banff National Park Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery. [](https://expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Alberta.d602291.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grand Teton National Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/248000/248405-Grand-Teton-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Teton National Park Travel next to this long mountain range to see wildlife, observe beautiful scenery and take photos. Explore its peaks, lakes and waterfalls in any season. [](https://expedia.ca/Grand-Teton-National-Park-Wyoming.d6003311.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yellowstone National Park showing mist or fog, a waterfall and rapids](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37732-Yellowstone-National-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yellowstone National Park Embark on a thrilling outdoor adventure at the oldest and largest national park in the United States. You’ll come across one magnificent view after another. [](https://expedia.ca/Yellowstone-National-Park-Yellowstone-National-Park.d6130056.Vacation-Attraction) ![Estes Park which includes hiking or walking, a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/226000/226130-Central-Colorado.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rocky Mountain National Park Experience a sense of natural exhilaration as you breathe the fresh mountain air in this pristine wilderness park high in the sky. [](https://expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountain-National-Park-Colorado.d6130051.Vacation-Attraction) ![Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring snow skiing, forests and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147419-Summit-County-Ski-Areas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Breckenridge Ski Resort A ski resort that impresses visitors with five breathtaking peaks, a huge variety of slopes and fantastic modern facilities. Nearby is a charming Victorian-era town. [](https://expedia.ca/Breckenridge-Ski-Resort-Breckenridge.d6071619.Vacation-Attraction) ![Red Rocks Amphitheater featuring theatre scenes and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34530-Red-Rocks-Amphitheater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Red Rocks Amphitheater This legendary rock concert venue boasts outstanding acoustics thanks to soaring rock walls that hug the stage. [](https://expedia.ca/Red-Rocks-Amphitheater-Denver.d500921.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pikes Peak which includes mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/34000/34511-Pikes-Peak.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pikes Peak The second-most visited mountain in the world is an easy day trip from Colorado’s capital. [](https://expedia.ca/Pikes-Peak-Colorado-Springs.d6071581.Vacation-Attraction) ![Winter Park Ski Resort showing snow skiing, landscape views and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147476-Winter-Park-Ski-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Winter Park Ski Resort With seven ski territories, summer sports, spas, diverse restaurants and live music, this is one of Colorado’s most complete mountain resorts. [](https://expedia.ca/Winter-Park-Ski-Resort-Winter-Park.d6071623.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yellowstone Park West Entrance](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ccf2361a8e6408b179607ad13ada87f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yellowstone Park West Entrance Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Yellowstone Park West Entrance, a popular green space in West Yellowstone. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.ca/Yellowstone-Park-West-Entrance-West-Yellowstone.d553248621592884289.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Rocky Mountains ![Beaver Creek showing snow, a small town or village and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147614-Beaver-Creek.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Beaver Creek 5/5(2 area reviews) Nestled in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, this unincorporated community boasts a major ski resort, adjacent businesses, lodging, and a golf course for a well-rounded vacation experience. [](https://expedia.ca/Avon-Beaver-Creek.dx10670) ![Vail Ski Resort showing landscape views, snow and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147276-Vail-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vail Village While visiting Vail Village, you might make a stop by sights like Vail Ski Resort and Gondola One Ski Lift. [](https://expedia.ca/Vail-Vail-Village.dx553248635976384234) ![Breckenridge featuring street performance, snow and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/60000/60975-Breckenridge-Ski-Resort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic District 4/5(1 area review) The picture-perfect mountain views and popular ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Historic District. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Breckenridge Arts District might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Breckenridge-Historic-District.dx3000663033) ![Aspen showing snow and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138131-Aspen-Ski-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Aspen 5/5(2 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Downtown Aspen, Wagner Park and Silver Queen Gondola are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Aspen-Downtown-Aspen.dx553248635976625704) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4f6f47d27d7dc2fc3965c1f02befca68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Peak 9 5/5(2 area reviews) The captivating mountain views and stunning ski slopes are top of the list for many visitors to Peak 9. A stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Peak 8 SuperConnect Lift might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.ca/Breckenridge-Peak-9.dx553248633938969398) ![Breckenridge Ski Resort featuring a house and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147418-Summit-County-Ski-Areas.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Peak 8 Unique features of Peak 8 include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Breckenridge Ski Resort or Four O'Clock Ski Run while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Breckenridge-Peak-8.dx553248633938969663) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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