Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park, the highest continuously paved road in the U.S., opened for the season Friday morning, although the Alpine Visitor Center and the Trail Ridge Store remain closed.
in Grand County, crossing the Continental Divide and topping out at 12,183 feet. Plow drivers began clearing snow in mid-April.
The Alpine Visitor Center and store near the summit also are open.
Although the road is a federal highway (U.S. 34), travelers are required to pay $30 for a one-day vehicle pass or secure another valid park entry pass. Timed-entry . Non-U.S. residents are required to pay an additional $100.
Adverse weather in the alpine environment can cause temporary closures of the road. Visitors can check road status by calling a recording at 970-586-1222.
