The golden season of summer speeds by far too quickly and but we won’t tell you an untruth; we at Voyago Vacation Rentals are generally ready for the fall to arrive. When it does, you will too, when you see all that fall brings to an Estes Park vacation. The fiery colors of trees dressed in their finest fall apparel, the crisp bite of the air reminding us that the colder season is that much closer, and, for vacationers traveling in the last month of fall, the sight of the mountain coming to life again, its white slopes dotted with people dressed in their colorful ski clothing. Fall in Colorado is the season where even Mother Nature loses the capability for words and because Labor Day is the official kickoff to fall in Estes Park, this Estes Park Labor Day guide to all the fun you will have celebrating the holiday and then coming home to Voyago to relax with a cup of cocoa and a sigh of happiness will make you wish there were more seasons and holidays to celebrate!
So Long Summer!
The weather over Labor Day weekend is generally already leaning into fall, with high temperatures just barely reaching the 70s and nighttime lows dropping into the 40s. In other words, on this weekend, which is generally acknowledged as a farewell to summer, the weather is sure to be absolutely perfect! Sunshine is expected, good times are guaranteed, and although there won’t be any parades or fireworks shows that most summer holidays feature, you won’t want to celebrate anywhere else ever again. Start your first day in town with a hearty breakfast served at a long-time local favorite, the Big Horn (401 W Elkhorn Avenue), and prepare to enjoy a day of outdoor adventures you will never forget!
Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival, August 30 Through September 1, Bond Park
Estes Park Labor Day weekend has long been the weekend of arts & crafts, with the Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival bringing us joy for many years. Offering over 90 artists that hail from 17 states, this festival may be the only place you do your souvenir shopping. Featuring a variety of unique genres that include jewelry, fabric, metal, and, of course, the usual ones that include paint, photography, and pottery, this festival never fails to please. We love it so much that the chances you have already seen some of the best artists’ works hanging on the walls of your Voyago escape are pretty high. Also featuring live music, a children’s arts & crafts tent, a silent auction, and food and drink vendors, don’t be surprised if you find yourself returning for both days of the festival, just to make sure you have seen and experienced everything it has to offer!
What Kind of Adventures Can You Experience with a Visit to the Lake Estes Marina?
It’s true, the waters of Lake Estes are starting to get a little chilly on this last weekend of summer fun in Estes Park, but that shouldn’t mean you should stay away from the lake during your Labor Day adventures. Rent kayaks for the family and spend the day paddling around the clear waters, or add a bit of whimsy to your paddling adventures by renting a pedal boat instead! Also, renting canoes, pontoon boats, fishing boats, and paddleboards, you might want to plan at least one day of your getaway hanging out at Lake Estes and discovering all the watery adventures you will enjoy during your stay!
Take a Hike!
This will be one of the last weekends that the trees will still be in full canopy and the stunning beauty of the Estes Park landscape in full bloom deserves a closer look and the moderate temperatures making an end of summer hike the best of ideas. The Emerald Lake Trail is our favorite, lasting just 3.2 miles out and back and leading hikers through the most stunning Estes Park countryside. The trail cuts through the Tyndall Gorge, leading the way to Emerald Lake where, if you bring your gear, you can engage in a little fishing fun before turning around and heading back into town. There is a nearly 700 foot elevation gain, so this hike is a moderate one, but the views you will see of the mountain peaks and the Tyndall glacier will make the extra effort worth it!
Barbecues in the Daytime, Hot Tubs and Firepits at Night
Enjoying the best of both summer and fall is something that comes comfortably and easily at home with Voyago Vacation Rentals. Our seasonal rentals in Estes Park will provide summer fun (family barbecues) and fall excitement (firepits and hot tubs), ensuring that every minute of your stay will be one you wish never had to end! Reserve your favorite holiday weekend hideaway today!
