Family-Friendly Lake Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park
Discover a mountain lake with a safety-trained guide and activities for the whole family
Duration
6 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 9 people
Includes
Transport, guide, trekking poles
Highlights
Explore a lake in Rocky Mountain National Park on a beginner-friendly guided hike designed for families, seniors, and anyone new to hiking or elevation. Follow a guide certified in wilderness first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as you discover the mountain landscape.
- Hike 1.5–3 miles round-trip on maintained trails with dirt, rocks, and bridges
- Learn about the surrounding mountains, geology, history, wildlife, and plants
- Join games and activities for kids and adults
- Capture scenic views and keep watch for wildlife along the way
What's Included
- Park timed-entry permit and reservation for your group
- Transportation to and from the property
- Snacks and/or lunch, depending on the trip
- Trekking poles
- Binoculars and/or spotting scope for use during the hike
- Extra clothing and packs available
Important details
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian.
- Requires comfort hiking uphill and across flat or uneven surfaces, including rock, dirt, and crushed gravel, in dry, wet, or snowy conditions.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel with at least 7 days' notice for a full refund or credit. You'll also receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: BQUV7Y
FAQs
Yes. Start and end times may change based on your needs, weather, trip length, or unforeseen circumstances.
No. There is no cell phone service on this trip.
You'll receive an email after booking with your 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.