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Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed, Patio, Corner | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Corner | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

1. Columbine Inn

14.9 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

mingzhen

NT$4,450

NT$5,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Classic Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

YMCA of the Rockies, 7.4 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Ashley

NT$4,760

NT$5,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Cabin, Multiple Beds, River View | Terrace/patio

3. Idlewilde by the River

8.1 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Dena

NT$7,096

NT$10,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Premier Triple Room | Living area | 55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

4. Misty Mountain Lodge

12.6 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Taryn

NT$3,582

NT$7,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

2 Queen Suite with Kitchen | Down comforters, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

5. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

10.3 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Paula

NT$5,845

NT$6,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Standard King 1 Queen 1 Double Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

6. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

14.8 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Cristin

NT$5,619

NT$6,431 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

7. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

14.6 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

William

NT$5,958

NT$6,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

8. Silver Moon Inn

12.4 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Marthie

NT$9,560

NT$10,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Courtyard View | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountainside | Living area | TV

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Courtyard View | Living area | TV

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountainside | Dining room

9. Nicky's Resort

11.6 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Larry

NT$3,758

NT$4,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

Exclusive Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

10. Coyote Mountain Lodge

Grand Estates, 14.7 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Mary

NT$4,797

NT$5,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop

Studio Suite, Non Smoking | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, DVD player

11. The Historic Crag's Lodge

12.2 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Jeffrey

NT$6,232

NT$8,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Premium Studio Suite | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

12. Blue Door Inn

14.5 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Shouvik

NT$5,043

NT$5,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Hot Tub Studio Great Room | View from room

Hot Tub Studio Great Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

3 Bedroom Homestead | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player

13. Castle Mountain Lodge

11.4 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

"I can’t speak highly enough about this little gem of a place on the beautiful Fall River. Conveniently located near Rocky Mtn Ntl Park and Estes Park, Castle Mountain Lodge is the perfect stay. We rented a room, but hope to come back and rent a cabin with our whole family. The staff is delightful and helpful, and the entire place is beautiful, well kept, and we just can’t wait to return next summer!"

Krista

NT$8,425

NT$9,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

14. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

15.1 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Ruby

NT$4,945

NT$6,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

15. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

13.5 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Tiffany

NT$5,450

NT$6,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Fireplace, Mountain View | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

16. Discovery Lodge

Grand Estates, 13.8 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Mendy

NT$5,195

NT$5,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

17. The Outpost Rocky Mountains

Grand Estates, 14.3 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Ashley

NT$5,455

NT$6,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

Stream Suites End Unit (River View) | Living area | TV, fireplace

The Pine Cone Cabin | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board

18. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

11.1 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Roy

NT$5,805

NT$7,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

19. The Stanley Hotel

Stanley Heights, 13.3 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Richard

NT$10,610

NT$12,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

Garden views, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

20. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

13.5 km from Bear Lake Trailhead

Jennifer

NT$6,825

NT$8,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear Lake Trailhead

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Columbine Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park	8.0 Very Good 1,678 reviews	View
Idlewilde by the River	9.6 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
Misty Mountain Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Alpine Trail Ridge Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,021 reviews	View

Top Bear Lake Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

8/10 Good

"This was a less expensive place to stay. It was older, and crowded, but it was clean."

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

8/10 Good

"Nice place and beautiful location. Property has a lot to offer but things close down too early if your kids are teenagers. We would stay here again but add another night to really make the most of the location and the amenities."

Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River

10/10 Excellent

"Our cottage at Swiftcurrent Was amazing. The location is wonderful, and everyone was friendly and helpful. The Spice Rack bakery/store on property is a huge plus; it was easy to grab delicious coffee, and their baked goods are out of this world. I hope we can stay there again."

River Ridge Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, both close to hiking, the national park, and town amenities, but also isolated and quiet."

Idlewilde by the River

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was EASY. The cabin was so cute and located with the river right outside. If you’re going to stay here, you might as well stop at the grocery store and pick up a few things. The kitchen is well equipped. Absolutely love my stay!"

Other attractions near Bear Lake Trailhead

A calm lake reflecting a forest with autumn-colored trees.

Bear Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bear Lake during your travels in Estes Park. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.

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A lake surrounded by dense forest and a clear blue sky.

Nymph Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nymph Lake during your travels in Estes Park. Wander the scenic parks and lakeside in the area.

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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff.

Alberta Falls

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Alberta Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Estes Park. Wander the lakeside and scenic parks in the area.

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A calm lake surrounded by dense forest and mountains.

Dream Lake

9.6/10 (604 reviews)

Dramatic peaks rise like wallpaper around this scenic lake, which is among the highlights from a flurry of water features along Bear Lake Trail.

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A rocky mountain landscape with a lake, trees, and a prominent cliff.

Emerald Lake

9.6/10 (535 reviews)

A jewel in the nature trails of this rocky park, this lake and its lily pads are dwarfed by the immense rocky behemoths around it.

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Glacier Gorge Trailhead

You can take time to visit Glacier Gorge Trailhead during your travels to Estes Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail

You can take time to visit Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail during your travels to Estes Park. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the hiking trails.

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Bierstadt Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bierstadt Lake during your travels in Estes Park. Discover the area's mountain views, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bear Lake Trailhead?

Bear Lake Trailhead is located in a scenic area of Estes Park known for its magnificent mountain views and hiking. You'll find 58 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Bear Lake Trailhead?

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Bear Lake Trailhead. Another good option is Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River, located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Bear Lake Trailhead?

Expedia has 58 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bear Lake Trailhead.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bear Lake Trailhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Bear Lake Trailhead.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bear Lake Trailhead?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Bear Lake Trailhead, click here.

What can I see and do near Bear Lake Trailhead?

Spend some time wandering around Rocky Mountain National Park, Murphey's Mountain Park, and Upper Beaver Meadows Trailhead. Create some family memories at The Labyrinth and Moraine Park Museum. Enjoy nature at Dream Lake, Emerald Lake, or Sprague Lake.

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Our top choices for Bear Lake Trailhead hotels

1. Columbine Inn

2. YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

3. Idlewilde by the River

4. Misty Mountain Lodge

5. Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

6. Quality Inn near Rocky Mountain National Park

7. Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn

8. Silver Moon Inn

9. Nicky's Resort

10. Coyote Mountain Lodge

11. The Historic Crag's Lodge

12. Blue Door Inn

13. Castle Mountain Lodge

14. Expedition Lodge Estes Park

15. Holiday Inn Estes Park by IHG

16. Discovery Lodge

17. The Outpost Rocky Mountains

18. Inn on Fall River & Fall River Cabins

19. The Stanley Hotel

20. Trailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains

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Top Bear Lake Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Alpine Trail Ridge Inn

YMCA of The Rockies Estes Park

Swiftcurrent Lodge and Cottages by the River

River Ridge Cottages

Idlewilde by the River

Other attractions near Bear Lake Trailhead

Bear Lake

Nymph Lake

Alberta Falls

Dream Lake

Emerald Lake

Glacier Gorge Trailhead

Flattop Mountain Hiking Trail

Bierstadt Lake

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