Story: The simple life in Estes Park
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane & Stevie Jacobs
Broadcast Date: 14 June 2025

After snowshoeing through the Rockies, there’s no better pick-me-up than taffy—Estes Park’s most iconic treat.

• Voted #1 in USA Today's Top 10 for 2024, the local taffy is made from corn syrup and sugar, lovingly pulled, cooled, and wrapped into chewy perfection.
• The Taffy Shop, run by the Igel family since 2014, still uses the same top-secret recipe first created in 1935. With its old-fashioned charm and handmade simplicity, it’s a step back in time—and a delight for your tastebuds.
• Estes Park is also home to the legendary Stanley Hotel, the inspiration behind Stephen King's The Shining. Built in 1909 by inventor F.O. Stanley, this 140-room grand hotel helped shape the town and continues to attract visitors with its history, elegance, and ghostly tales.
• Tucked inside the Stanley is The Vault, once the hotel’s secure money room, now repurposed as an atmospheric whiskey tasting lounge. Guests can enjoy a curated selection of whiskies, including some with links to Australia—cheers to that!
• The Stanley combines old-world luxury with spine-tingling stories. Explore the hotel’s historic halls, take a ghost tour, or just enjoy the mountain views with a dram in hand.
• Whether you’re recharging with sweets, stepping into literary lore, or sipping whiskey in a vault, Estes Park is full of memorable moments. It’s the kind of place that surprises you—and stays with you long after you leave.

For more information:
Visitestespark.com