Discover Rocky Mountain National Park on a full-day guided tour. Take in mountain views at Many Parks Curve, explore Horseshoe Park, and visit the hotel that inspired the famous novel “The Shining.”

 

EXPERIENCE:

Immerse yourself in the spectacular sights of Rocky Mountain National Park with a guided day trip from Denver. Hike the park trails while watching for local wildlife such as elk, eagles, and marmots. Savor a picnic lunch and discover alpine lakes and waterfalls.

Begin your tour by meeting your guide at the designated pickup point and drive into Rocky Mountain National Park in an air-conditioned van. Admire incredible mountain views as you head deeper into the park, stopping at the scenic panoramic overlook at Many Parks Curve, a hairpin turn on Trail Ridge Road.

Proceed to Horseshoe Park to discover a staggering alluvial fan, a naturally made deposit of water-transported material. Explore several short trails, watch for native wildlife such as elk and deer, traverse wide meadows, and wander by waterfalls, alpine lakes, and fragile alpine tundra.

Take a break from hiking for a picnic lunch. Enjoy one last glance at the expansive forests, sprawling meadows, and towering mountains before driving back to your pickup location. Visit the village’s art galleries and The Stanley Hotel, best known for inspiring the novel “The Shining” by Steven King.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Trek up Trail Ridge Road for a bird’s eye view above the treeline
Visit Many Parks Curve and Horseshoe Park with a local guide leading the way
Feast your eyes on the towering mountains while enjoying a picnic lunch
Watch for local wildlife such as moose, deer, eagles, elk, and marmots
Stop by the Stanley Hotel, the inspiration behind the novel “The Shining”

 

 

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