Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park. Credit: NPS

Human remains were discovered near the Alpine Ridge Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park late Wednesday afternoon.

The remains were found in an area close to the Alpine Visitor Center located along Trail Ridge Road.

Park Law Enforcement Rangers are currently responding and leading an ongoing investigation.

Larimer County Coroner’s Office will confirm the identification of the individual and release additional information when the next-of-kin is notified. No further information is available on the incident at this time.

Our condolences are with the friends and family of the deceased at this time.

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