Advanced Full-Day Hike in Estes Park
Hike beyond the crowds with an expert mountain guide
Duration
10 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 9 people
Includes
Guide, transport, trekking poles
Highlights
Explore Rocky Mountain National Park on a challenging guided hike led by a guide certified in wilderness first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Follow maintained and unmaintained trails for a closer look at the mountain landscape.
- Cover 10–14 miles round-trip through mountain terrain
- Discover the area's geology, history, wildlife, flowers, and trees
- Pause for scenic views and photo opportunities along the way
What's Included
- Park timed-entry permit and reservation
- Round-trip transportation from the property
- Snacks and/or lunch, depending on the trip
- Trekking poles
- Binoculars and/or a spotting scope for use during the hike
- Extra clothing and packs available
Important details
- Advanced hiking experience is required, including comfort with rocks, high steps, bridges, and dry, wet, or snowy trail conditions
- Regular experience at elevation is required, such as living at elevation or visiting the mountains 2–4 times per month. Alternatively, you must have acclimated by completing two 4–6-mile hikes this week or similar activity
- You must be injury-free to participate
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian
Cancellation Policy
Cancel with at least 7 days' notice for a full refund or credit. If the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you'll receive a full refund or credit. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: UWQ77W
FAQs
Expect approximately 6 hours of actual hiking. The full outing also includes check-in, transportation, and breaks. Start and end times may change with weather, group pace, and other conditions.
No. Cell phone service is not available on this hike.
You'll receive an email after booking with your hike itinerary, what to wear and bring, and information about Rocky Mountain National Park rules and park passes.
Meeting details
Estes Park, CO
Related locations
Rocky Mountain National Park
Admission includedStanding at the edge of an alpine meadow in Rocky Mountain National Park, you feel the thin air and the vast quiet in equal measure. Elk graze near willow thickets, hawks circle overhead, and the jagged silhouette of Longs Peak dominates the horizon. Rocky Mountain National Park rewards those who slow down, whether on a short lakeside stroll or a ridge-top scramble above the treeline.