If you're going to stop anywhere, the Colorado Cherry Company is a must. The handmade pies, jams, and jellies are made fresh daily, but their gourmet popcorn flavors make the visit worth it. Try the aspen gold toffee, cherry cordial or jalapeno cheddar.

Head to La Cocina De Mama for some of the best Mexican cuisine in town. A local favorite, this joint brings the flavor whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner. Bite into a delicious breakfast burrito stuffed with potatoes, bacon, and eggs. Feeling adventurous? Get the burrito smothered in green chili. Other items that bring the heat include chicken mole enchiladas and tamales.

If you love all things candy, your new favorite place is The Old Fashion Candy Store on Elkhorn Ave. This store is like stepping back in time, with hundreds of bins of every type of candy you can imagine, from old-fashioned favorites to unique flavors like pickle-flavored cotton candy (it’s an acquired taste). Of course, you can always stop in for a bag of fresh honey-roasted or chocolate-covered peanuts.

Check out CABINtique in Downtown Estes Park for a blast from the past. It’s filled with vintage cabin décor, accessories, camping gear and more, from old black-and-white photographs to nature guides. A truly kitschy experience, this fun shop also carries quirky holiday bedding, pillows and blankets.

Quality entertainment is what Fun City is about. The perfect spot for families with kids, this giant entertainment complex has been a go-to for locals since 1969 and is home to mini-golf, bumper boats, a bungee trampoline, and a massive rainbow slide. Nothing beats playing a round of mini-golf before cooling off with some ice cream.

More adventures await at Estes Park’s Time Emporium Escape Rooms, an adrenaline-pumping, mind-bending experience with two thrilling themes that will have you on the edge of your seat as you try to solve the many mysteries and escape. Ancient archeological terror awaits in the Temple of Doom. Or, descend beneath the ocean's depths and unravel its secrets in the Gates of Atlantis.

Another Estes Park must-visit is the haunted Stanley Hotel. The Stanley Hotel made its mark on the world when Stephen King wrote “The Shining” in 1974. Built in 1909, the hotel is said to be haunted by the spirits of the original owners. Be sure to sign up for the nighttime ghost tour. This one-hour guided experience takes you on a mysterious journey through the hotel’s supernatural history and unexplained phenomena. You might even see a spirit (or two).

Unleash your inner adventurer in Rocky Mountain National Park, a playground of natural wonders cradled by the Rocky Mountains. Trek through enchanting trails, revealing hidden waterfalls and meadows adorned with vibrant wildflowers. Feel the rush as you scale towering peaks or cast a line into clear alpine lakes, tempting fishing enthusiasts. Capture awe-inspiring views along the legendary Trail Ridge Road, and watch for moose, elk, mule deer, and even bighorn sheep.