alluvial fan

alluvial fan印象

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  Kjfhome

  Never knew rocks could be this large ----- gorgeous area, but the power of nature is really seen. Don't need a lot of time to see all this, but worth the time as every other area of RMNP.

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  MileHighJacket

  This fan has been built by a flood long ago from a dam breach up at Lawn Lake and more recently by the floods of 2013. It's almost like looking at a moonscape. It's amazing to look at the size of some of the rocks and simply the sheer mass of silt and dirt and realize it's all been carried into place by water.

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  KatherineF921

  My husband and I have visited the Alluvial Fan every year since we started coming to the park and it never fails to impress. It's such a peaceful place and yet, so loud at the same time. It's always remarkable to see tiny people climbing over the car-sized boulders to get a better, higher view and it's really an easy hike to witness the power of nature up-close and personally. We were a little worried about how close we would even be able to get due to some terrible flooding last year but it was only a short walk from the parking area to the fan. It was always remarkable to see how the Lawn Lake dam break changed the landscape and it's still amazing to see how the flooding changed it even further. Definitely worth a short stop and a small hike! Go at sunset for beautiful views of Endo Valley and a few less people.

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  balldred

  It was amazing to compare the alluvial fan we bouldered last year to this year. The bridge is gone (actually it is underwater). The sidewalk is partially missing. Gravel is everywhere. It shows how powerful nature is!

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  Roymobile2014

  The alluvial fan is located in the northern part of the Rocky Mountain National Park, on the Fall River Road which has been closed for some time. The fan was caused by debris washed down from the mountains. It is fun to scramble across the boulders and get a feel for the power of Nature to move incredible amounts of rock from one place to another. Kids will love this adventure.

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  Bateach3

  The Lawn Lake Flood in 1983, created the Alluvial Fan. The road was rebuilt and parking added. The river's course was changed by 2013's flood. Much of the road to this place had been destroyed. It will be closed for August, 2014, as repairs are begun.

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  WhiterockHorn

  This is one of the places we visit each year when we're in RMNP. Before last fall's floods, we'd have a great time wading in the water, climbing on the rocks and boulders, and making our way to the top of the easily accessible falls. When we first saw the AV last Thanksgiving after the floods, it was sad to see the change - the river has moved, the Fall River Road is cut in half, rocks that we previously climbed on are buried, etc. However, we visited again this summer and had a great time doing all the things we used to - it just looks a little different. I'm anxious to see Fall River Road repaired and to see what they do with development of the area at AV (i.e., add bridges, rebuild trails, etc.) This is still a great place to spend an afternoon when visiting RMNP.

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  richardf600

  If you want to see Mother nature at her best this is a must see when you visit the park. Depending on the weather be prepared to find it difficult to get to. Sometimes the parking lot can be inaccessible so check with a Ranger for information before you go.

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  sugarlandmom

  this was our one detour from Trail Ridge Road. Our time in RMNP was very short, but this was totally worth seeing. Beautiful and different and what a story about it's creation. Kids will like seeing this.

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  699shawnm

  Amazing to see how destructive water can be. For a good workout, climb the outer edge of the water falls as far as you want. Great photo ops!!