As the federal government shutdown begins , concern is growing in Estes Park. It's the gateway town of Colorado's Front Range to Rocky Mountain National Park and relies heavily on tourism , especially during the fall season.

Though the park remains open to visitors, its staffed services, including visitor centers, are closed. That has local leaders and business owners worried about the ripple effects on the town's economy.

"The uncertainty is problematic," said Estes Park Mayor Gary Hall. "What's tomorrow? What's a week from now?"

Fall is typically one of the busiest times of year for Estes Park, drawing thousands of visitors eager to see golden aspens and roaming elk. But with limited staffing at the park and no access to visitor centers, there is some fear that tourists ma

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