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Winter / Spring Private Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Tour

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Estes Park, USA
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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.

4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Join us for a guided snowy experience in our 3-row Subaru Ascent through Rocky Mountain National Park on a 4 - 5 hour private tour with only your party & your guide! On our tour, you'll see a frezzing waterfall, we'll drive up the famous Trail Ridge Road as far as it is opened for the season, if conditions allow, walk around a frozen Bear Lake or Sprague Lake (both flat & less than a mile), and you'll also visit the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center at the end of your tour. You can even add up to an hour of sledding! This tour is NOT a hiking tour, and focuses more on driving in the National Park with small strolls throughout. Minimum of 2 guests.

*Micro spikes will be used instead of snowshoes and are included for your tour to keep you safe while walking on icy surfaces.

We are only able to offer hotel pickup for guests in Estes Park or the small surrounding towns. If you're not staying near Estes Park, we can meet you at the free parking garage for the Estes Park Visitor Center.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Ankle gaiters to keep your shoes dry
  • Lunch
  • Fees for international travelers / non-US residents into RMNP is not included. An additional $100 per traveler for a day pass, or $250 for an annual NPS pass.
  • Infant Car Seat
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Meeting and Pickup

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We are only able to offer pickup for guests within Estes Park. Send us your pickup address in Estes Park (any location) and we'll be sure to arrive promptly at your tour start time. If you’re staying outside of Estes Park, please meet us at the Estes Park Visitor Center Parking Garage. Just look out for our blue Subaru Ascent!

What To Expect

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Stanley Hotel (pass by)

See the historic and famously haunted Stanley Hotel on your drive towards Rocky Mountain National Park with history and stories of this iconic location.
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Rocky Mountain National Park

Our winter tour, starting in Estes Park, is all about taking a beautiful drive into the snow-covered Rocky Mountain National Park with a small snow / icy hike around Bear Lake (if conditions allow). We'll take you as high up Trail Ridge Road as the weather allows. You'll see frozen lakes, beautiful meadows, and wildlife. Your entrance into the Rocky Mountain National Park is included!
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Alluvial Fan

On your tour, you'll stop for a guided walk around the Alluvial Fan to see a frozen Horseshoe Falls and learn the history of this unique feature in the National Park.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Trail Ridge Road

During the winter months, the famous Trail Ridge Road is usually closed past Many Parks Curve, but your guide will take you as far up the road as possible to see parts of the National Park from above.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Bear Lake

If conditions allow, the main destination of your guided tour is the popular Bear Lake. This beautiful area is much more peaceful during the winter off-season months. Your guide will "snowshoe" with you around a frozen Bear Lake, where there are many beautiful photo spots.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Sprague Lake

If conditions do not allow for snowshoeing at Bear Lake, your guide will instead take you to "snowshoe" around the equally beautiful Sprague Lake.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Beaver Meadows Visitor Center

At the end of your guided tour, you'll make a stop at the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center to purchase souvenirs and get your National Park Passport stamped!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note that you need to bring your own infant seats if you are with an infant during the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Winter / Spring Private Rocky Mountain National Park Guided Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Ankle gaiters to keep your shoes dry
  • Hiking Poles
  • Binoculars / Spotting Scope with 4K video
  • Traction Chains for walking on icy surfaces
  • Sled (add-on)
  • Explore Estes covers up to $15 per guest for RMNP entry. Any remaining fees for non-US residents must be paid by the traveler at the park entrance
  • Heated front and second row seats
  • Disposable Hand Warmers
  • Lunch
  • Fees for international travelers / non-US residents into RMNP is not included. An additional $100 per traveler for a day pass, or $250 for an annual NPS pass.
  • Infant Car Seat

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note that you need to bring your own infant seats if you are with an infant during the tour.

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