Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking Tour
Explore the hiking trails in the majestic mountains of Rocky Mountain National Park
Guided
Rocky Mountain National Park Hiking Tour Overview
Explore the beautiful Colorado mountains on this 6-day guided hiking tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll love staying in the park with easy access to incredible hikes where you’ll explore new sights every day, passing below 54 named summits exceeding 14,000 feet.
This energetic trip features hikes that explore the valleys, gorges, lakes, and ridges in the national park. Each hike offers incredible mountain views, tranquil alpine scenery, and hopefully, some local wildlife will make an appearance. This tour is the perfect way to take the guesswork out of planning a hiking holiday in Colorado that you’ll never forget!
Trip highlights
Visit Bear, Nymph, Dream, Emerald, and Haiyaha lakes during your hike on the Bear Lake trail.
Discover the mountain wildlife that lives in the mountain valleys, including elk and moose.
Enjoy the drive on Trail Ridge road as it provides unbelievable views from 12 183 feet.
Experience the incredible views of snow-capped peaks as you hike above the timberline at Fall River Pass.
Day By Day Itinerary
The shuttle to the national park will meet you at the Denver airport and bring you to the Wild Basin Trailhead. Today will be a nice and easy hike to the Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls.
On the way back you’ll enjoy the quiet North St. Vrain Trail before settling in at your hotel in Estes Park.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Estes Park
- Distance:
- 6 miles
- Meals:
- Dinner
A short shuttle ride will drop you off this morning at the Bear Lake trailhead. You’ll be hiking up the ridge that flanks Flattop Mountain.
After you’ve hiked past Lake Helene, you’ll arrive at Fern Creek Valley. As you walk along its ledge, you’ll have amazing views of the surrounding peaks including Little Matterhorn. As you continue hiking past lakes and rivers keep your eyes open for the elk that live in the valley.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Estes Park
- Distance:
- 9 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Your hike today starts at the Glacier Gorge trailhead, and you’ll be following Glacier Creek as you work your way up the gorge.
On your route, you’ll see Alberta Falls and a few alpine lakes before you clear the tree line and arrive at Timberline Falls. It’s a quick scramble along the top of the falls to reach the stunning Lake of Glass.
Your final stop for the day will be the scenic Sky Pond. You’ll love taking in the panoramic mountain views on your descent!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Estes Park
- Distance:
- 10 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Head back to the Bear Lake trailhead to start today's journey. This time you’ll be hiking towards some of the most picturesque lakes in the park, including Bear, Nymph, Dream, Emerald, and Haiyaha lakes.
After enjoying the incredible views of the surrounding peaks, you’ll be collected by the van and driven along the Trail Ridge Road. During the ride, you’ll be mostly above the treeline, so make sure you enjoy the awesome views from 12,183 feet before descending into Grand Lake and your new home base for the rest of the tour.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Grand Lake
- Distance:
- 9 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Today you’ll be taking on the more challenging hike up the East Inlet Trail. You’ll be able to stop at Adams Falls before arriving at blissful Lone Pine Lake, a perfect picnic spot.
As you hike through the valley today, keep your eyes open for the moose that frequent the area.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Grand Lake
- Distance:
- 10 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Even though today is the last day, you still have one more fabulous hike in store! The shuttle will take you to the Olde Ute Trailhead where you’ll begin walking along the shores of Poudre Lake. You’ll see rock spires and hanging gardens as you hike until you eventually climb above the Timberline.
Enjoy your final expansive view of the Rockies as you hike above the trees to Fall River Pass and the Alpine Visitor Center. The shuttle will pick you up after lunch and bring you back to the Denver airport.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- 5 miles
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch
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Inclusions
Included
- 5 breakfast, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
- Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in Denver are not included.
- Transport for you and your luggage are included as outlined in the itinerary. Transport between Denver International Airport and Rocky Mountain National Park is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
- English-speaking guide
- Van shuttles
- Park entrance fees
- Trail maps and narratives
Not included
- Travel insurance
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners or drinks and snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as ‘included’
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 4/5. This trip includes daily hikes that are about 16.1 km long, so you should be comfortable hiking this distance for several days in a row, including frequent elevation changes. This tour is best suited for fit hikers.
Tipping in the United States of America is customary, but much appreciated. It is recommended to tip 10-20% for exceptional service.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfast, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly to the Denver International Airport (DEN), where your shuttle will pick you up.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour ends with a drop-off at the Denver International Airport.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Colorado for this tour is between June and August when the weather tends to be warm and sunny.
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