Estes Park and the Pumpkin Patch

Sunday was one of those chrystal clear, sunny, perfect days.  We left Longmont early and drove the 45 minutes to Estes Park, at the base of the Rocky Mountain National Park  http://rockymountainnationalpark.com/.

So beautiful!  All views are breath taking.

The snow has already falled on the peaks.

The  leaves on the aspen on the higher elevations have already blown down, but the lower trees still have the bright yellow leaves.

Elk live in the park - and thrive!  This is a normal herd, a harum of about 30 female cows per one bull.  This group was just at the outside of the park.

The bull was relaxing behind them, carefuly watching his little household, strategically placed between his many cows and about 15 aspiring younger bulls.

After our wonderful ride we met with the rest of the family at a pumpkin ranch.  Great fun for kids!  Simon really likd the pumpkin field.

Evelyn prefered the "train" ride.

It was a great time for all!