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Rocky Mountain National Park

Bighorn Basics

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Description

A symbol of Rocky Mountain National Park since 1915, explore the natural history and behavior of the elusive bighron sheep. Will you be lucky enough to spot one today?

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Event & Park Photos

Sheep Lakes Program
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Bighorn Basics at Sheep Lakes

Credit: NPS

Sheep Lakes Program
People are walking on the Tundra Communities Trail
Two Junior Rangers are looking out at Bear Lake
Snow on the North Face of Longs Peak in June
Enjoy a scenic drive on Trail Ridge Road
Park visitors are reading a wayside exhibit overlooking the Colorado River
A small group of elk are standing on a snowfield in an alpine tundra area near Black Lake

Event Details

Regular EventTalk

Date & Time

Schedule: Daily

From: Aug 5, 2025

To: Aug 17, 2025

Times:

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

02:30 PM - 03:00 PM

This takes place at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and the program is 15-20 minutes long.

Duration: 30 minutes

Location

Meet at Sheep Lakes Information Station, in the Sheep Lakes Parking Area.

Cost

Free

Registration

No Registration Required