With Christmas approaching faster than Santa’s sleigh on a downhill straight-away, many find themselves looking for the perfect last-minute gifts. But who wants the hassle of a long search and a drained bank account to get them? Not us.
Fortunately, the Loveland Visitors Center has that covered! With the help of our staff, we present sixteen great locally-made, last-minute gift ideas for less than $25.
1. James Frank 2025 RMNP Scenic Calendar
- James Frank, Estes Park resident and professional photographer, created the images for this calendar.
- 12 stunning photographs of Rocky Mountain National Park with descriptive text and photo location map.
- A portion of the proceeds from the sales of this calendar supports the Rocky Mountain Conservancy.
- $17.95 ea.
2. Kinzie's Kandles
- Locally crafted by Kinzie, a young entrepreneur, who donates a portion of her Kandle profits to people and families in need.
- Made from premium organic soy wax with safe scents for worry-free sensory experience.
- $21.95 ea.
3. Peak to Peak Pottery Heart Earrings
- Local artist, Ruth Hartman, reveals her passionate love of the mountains when creating her one-of-a-kind art.
- Each piece of jewelry is hand cut from a porcelain clay mixture before going through a dual kiln process and special glazing technique.
- $24.95 a pair.
4. The Winding Road Finger Puppets
- Loveland Visitor Center partners with a Fair Trade artisan collective in Nepal to preserve traditional crafts while promoting ethical and eco-friendly practices that support everyone in the supply chain.
- A portion of Visitor Center profits goes towards the scholarship program for the children of our felt artisans in Nepal.
- $10.50 ea.
5. Papa Joe's Local Honey
- Loveland Bee Helper providing local unprocessed honey and bee related products.
- Honey products include jars of honey, comb honey, creamed honey, candles, plus healing creams and balms made with bees’ wax.
- Santa bees wax candle, $13.95 ea.
- 6 oz jar of honey, $9.95 ea.
6. I Love Loveland Red Christmas Ornament
- Matte finish and Shatter resistant.
- Comes in a festive Happy Holidays holder – perfect for giving.
- $12.95 each
7. Holiday Paws Greeting Cards/Envelopes & Heart Pen
- Kaley Alie, acrylic artist, believes in art that will make you smile.
- Kaley paints, prints, and packages all her greeting cards right in her hometown of Fort Collins, Colorado.
- “Holiday Paws” set includes 6 blank cards and envelopes.
- Holiday Paws set, $21.95 ea.
- Red Loveland heart pen, $1.50 ea.
8. Love Locks
- One padlock with set of two keys.
- 8 different colors.
- On site engraving tool available for you to write your own personal message on your special lock.
- $20 ea.
9. The Magic of the Forest Children's Book
- Colorado author and photographer, Jacqueline Crivello, tells the story of a little boy with a kind heart and his special forest friend.
- Recipient of the Mom’s Choice Awards.
- A book for all ages – especially those between 2-8 years old.
- $19.95 ea.
10. North American Wildlife Puzzle
- 11.5” X 35.5” when assembled.
- Over 500 random cut standard size pieces.
- Free reference poster included.
- Animals pictured include a bobcat, bald eagle, wolf, bear, moose, deer, bear and mountain lion.
- $19.95 ea.
11. Black Mama Bear w/Cub & Jingle Bell Sours
- Snuggly and adorable 7” stuffed black bear toy with “BEAR HUGS FROM COLORADO” embroidered on Mama bear’s red and black plaid feet. $18.95 ea.
- 3 oz. package of Taste of the Rockies Jingle Bell Sours containing pina colada (white) and Wild Cherry (red) candy balls. $4.95 ea.
12. Stocking Stuffers, Galore!
- Gootonium color-changing impossible putty – change the color by heating & cooling in your hands. $6.95 ea.
- Make your own Yeti habitat with Instant Winter. Packet makes up to 2 cups of non-toxic, environmentally friendly polymer that imitates the properties of snow. $5.95 ea.
- 150-piece Micro Puzzles – “4 X 6” finished size – various designs. $9.95 ea.
- Only $22.85 for all three items!
13. Plant Identification Guides
- Wildflowers & Other Plants of the Larimer County Foothills Region. This guide includes descriptions of the most common wildflowers, grasses, and woody plant species found in Larimer County at elevations between 5,000 and 8,000 feet. $14.95 ea.
- Rocky Mountain Tree Finder. A pocket manual for identifying rocky Mountain trees. $5.95 ea.
14. Colorado Candy Company Ribbon Candies
- Ribbon candies are old-fashioned crimped candies cut from a ribbon of hand-spun candy.
- Hand-made and shaped using an antique ribbon candy crimper.
- Candy comes in a 6 oz. flavor-variety pack.
- $15 ea.
15. 100 Classic Hikes in Colorado Guidebook
- Updated trail guide with topographic maps, elevation profiles, and a trails-at-a-glance chart.
- Beautiful and scenic photographs.
- Choose from day hikes, loop hikes, or backpacking treks.
- $21.95 ea.
16. Colorado Activity Book & Colored Pencil Set
- Activity book features Colorado-related illustrations for coloring, engaging activities that children of all ages can enjoy, plus fascinating information about the region. $6.95 ea.
- Colored pencils jar contains 12 different colored pencils with a pencil sharpener cap. $6.95 ea.
The Loveland Visitor Center is conveniently located at 5400 Stone Creek Circle, or right off I-25 and US 34, set on the picturesque grounds of the McWhinney-Hahn Sculpture Park.
While you’re here for these last-minute gifts, be sure to pick up a copy of the Loveland Visitors Guide for handy information on things-to-do and must-see public works of art in the area. Happy Holidays!
Special thanks to the Loveland Visitors Center staff for putting together this list for our guests.
