CO
ELK BITES

ELK BITES

Sweets & Treats in Estes Park

5.0 3 Google reviews

+1 970 939 23 88222 E Elkhorn Ave Unit A, Estes Park, Colorado 80517

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222 E Elkhorn Ave Unit A, Estes Park, Colorado 80517

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About

Elk Bites is a candy and jerky shop in downtown Estes Park, Colorado, stocked with candies from around the world — Japanese KitKats, Milka, Pocky, and international Lay's — alongside freeze-dried candy, bulk Swedish pick-and-mix, and a sugar-free selection. Our Wild Bites wall features exotic and beef jerky, from classic flavors to elk, python, and shark. Browse craft and specialty sodas, gourmet treats, and one-of-a-kind Colorado gifts and souvenirs to take home. Whether you're after a sweet treat, a savory snack, or a fun gift, step inside and explore everything Elk Bites has to offer.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Hours

Friday
10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM to 5 PM
Sunday
10 AM to 5 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
10 AM to 5 PM

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