Estes Park, Colorado can provide the perfect location for your special getaway, wedding or honeymoon. We offer special touches and services difficult to find anywhere else.  Our goal is to make your stay in Estes Park the getaway you could only dream of. Use the links below to research your stay in Estes Park with all the trimmings!

Surrounded by Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park is located 65 miles northwest of Denver via Highways U.S. 34, 36, and State Road 7.  Come discover the breathtaking mountain views, beautiful wildlife, and quaint charm of the village.

Black Dog Inn suggests a selection of resources we use for photography, cakes, flowers, limousine service, catering, music, beauty and spa, and formal wear. We also work with Small Inns and Bed and Breakfasts in the area to provide a variety of alternative lodging for your guests.

While in Estes Park we suggest local activities and attractions such as horseback riding, historical touring including MacGregor Ranch and Stanley Museum and, gallery tours, fly fishing, hiking, white water rafting, and golf in the summer. In the winter season, there is snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and only 1 hour to downhill skiing in Eldora, CO.

Other day trips include Blackhawk and Central City casinos, Antiquing, and Microbrewery tours in Fort Collins, Loveland,Longmont and Boulder.

Of course if there is time, a trip across the Continental Divide to Grand County is a “must do” adventure. The YMCA of the Rockies offers programs, and the series of lectures offered by the Park Service is always a treat.

Keep an eye on the Calendar of Events for Estes Park, Lyons and Boulder as there are always cultural arts events, music and exhibitions to entertain.

Downtown Estes Park merchants offer a variety of treasures for the shopper in all of us. Our local restaurants are varied cater to all tastes, large parties and intimate couples dining. Black Dog Inn hand picked our  favorite resources and adventures, but if you want to explore all the possibilities, visit the Estes Park Chamber of Commerce or Estes Park Visitor Center websites for complete information.

Pet boarding is near by at Linda's Pet Care Service.  Rates begin at $18/day.  See her website for reservation details and vaccination requirements.