People ask us everyday what our favorite Estes Park activity is and what to do to fill their vacation. One of our favorite lesser-known activities is riding E-Bikes around Lake Estes in the Elk Rut season. When you take a bike around the Lake there are many great...

Are you ready for some excitement? A great way to spend a day packed with fun is with off road rentals. At Backbone Adventures we are the best off-road ATV rentals in Colorado. We offer high-quality Jeep and ATV rentals for a thrilling day in the beautiful Rocky...

In any industry, there are good and bad options. Take restaurants, for example - you’ll find that some offer incredible customer service, have delicious food for an affordable price, are located in a convenient place, etc. You’ll inevitably also find restaurants that...

Some folks just have no idea that they’re missing out… until they find out what they've been missing out on. This was me recently when I got the opportunity to embark on my very first ATV adventure in the beautiful Colorado national forest. As someone who has lived in...

Adventuring in the national forests of Colorado is an experience on many people’s bucket list. Between incredible views that many travelers don’t get to see, to creating unforgettable memories with friends and family, to having a blast driving a kind of machine that...

Mid to late September in Estes Park has a lot to offer - fall festivals abound in the downtown area, elk bugles echo off of the mountains, the air turns crisp after a long hot summer, and the aspens in and around town begin to turn a striking shade of yellow. This...

Estes Park, CO is a top destination for all sorts of occasions: family vacations, day trips from Denver, weddings, adventure seekers’ paradise, and so many more. With a plethora of different activities, restaurants, hikes, shopping areas, and things to see, Estes is a...

As the end of August approaches and the -ber months draw near, it’s the perfect time to start planning an autumn excursion. With many beautiful options in the state and even in the area, it may seem like a tough choice to have to narrow down your options. This week,...

As temperatures hit their seasonal highs and rain totals hit their seasonal lows, forests in the Rockies are subject to the perfect conditions for wildfires to spark. Colorado’s fire season usually lasts from May through September, with mid-July being the peak time...

If you’re thinking about planning a Colorado mountain town vacation, chances are you’re looking at a lot of great options. Colorado is home to a myriad of vacation-worthy locations, many of which would make for a fine holiday. But to take a good vacation and make it...

As locals, we know the Estes Valley better than most. Living here full time gives us the opportunity to patronize local businesses and get a feel for the experience that future guests will have in many different areas of town. From restaurants to activities to...

If there’s one thing that experienced travelers know, it’s that good planning can make or break a vacation. We know that even though summer just rolled around, there are folks out there making plans for a winter excursion to Estes Park, and for good reason -...

Are you visiting the Estes valley and wanting to see the beauty of the area from a whole new perspective? Enter the Backbone Adventures e-bike option! If you have never ridden an e-bike before, you’ll quickly find that they are a step above when exploring the beauty...

We all know that wedding planning is a huge undertaking. Between celebrations with family, booking vendors, finding the dress and tux, and locating the perfect venue, all while trying to enjoy the bliss that comes with finding your forever person, planning a wedding...

Picture this: you’re planning a trip to Estes Park, CO to experience the untamed beauty of the forests, mountains, and wildlife surrounding the town. You know that there are public lands in the area, but you don’t know which areas are pay-to-play and which are free to...

What does it mean to truly appreciate the beauty of the Colorado wilderness?  Of course, one way is by taking an ATV or Jeep into the forest and ripping around in the beautiful landscape with friends and family. Another way is venturing into solitude and...

Backbone Adventures has the ability to accommodate your large group for ATV Rentals. We have done many company events, team building, family reunions, wedding parties, bachelor parties, and specialty groups.  We're no stranger to extremely large and...

Backbone Adventures is open year-round. Estes Park doesn’t get the snow depth other mountain towns in Colorado see. So, doing an ATV rental is great in the wintertime. In fact, that’s our favorite time of year to ride. In the winter, you have two choices: A half day...

Even though I’m into challenging and rocky Jeep trails, sometimes I like to have a more relaxing day. Quite a few years ago, my wife and I decided to go exploring in a Jeep Rental. We didn’t want anything difficult, but I’ll admit, we were looking to get lost. With so...

We have hauled over 15 tons of trash out of the National Forest, from our public OHV trails. 95% comes from campers.  Watch the video below to get a glimpse of what we do. We clean trails every week. This video was shot for the start of our season where we train...

E-bike rentals are such a great time to explore Estes Park. Cruising Estes Lake and Fish Creek Road has never been better. With an E-Bike you can easily go up hills, relax and cruise, go farther distances and much more. We absolutely love having this paved trail right...

We rent year round and honestly, fall is some of the best times to ride and explore. At Backbone we think that a fall ATV ride is some of the best experiences in the Rockies. With the fog, the cooler weather, the colors we could go on and on about how sweet it is....

This year's Estes Park Elk Fest is almost here, and Backbone Adventures is a proud sponsor! The Elk Fest is all about learning the history of these animals, the community they bring together and how the elk shape the local environment. With the Rut here, you can see...

At Backbone Adventures we rent lifted Jeeps for fun offroading activities. If you want to do a technically difficult trail, an easy scenic trail, a mix of both or whatever, we have it! With the rented Jeeps you can experience Colorado in brand new ways, and challenge...

At Backbone Adventures we take Tread Lightly, Leave No Trace and sustainability very seriously, so we do trail cleanups often. We take great pride in making sure the environment is safe and clean for everyone. The nature that Colorado holds is super integral to our...

In this video you see our owner Andy do a clutch and P-Drive replacement on a Can-Am 2023 X3 Turbo. This blog is just lining out the steps for everyone to follow along appropriately. Take clutch out of machine Take the 6 aligning bolts out and set aside for later, the...

At Backbone Adventures we love supporting locals and local business, and our newest collaboration is a partnership with Mountain Village at Lake Estes- a luxury cabin stay on Lake Estes. They offer multiple cabins with private parking, and direct access to Lake Estes,...

So, you just had an adventure with one of our ATVs or Jeeps and wondering where to get some grub, don’t worry! This guide is here to help you cure the munchies post ATV/Jeep ride. At Backbone Adventures we have some employee and fan favorite food spots which are all...