Guided Hiking Tours near Fort Collins

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About this activity

Our unique hiking tour allows you the opportunity to escape your comfort zone while having the comfort of an experienced outdoorsman, and local, guiding you. Our hikes range from beginner, to advanced; so they're perfect for families and adrenaline seekers alike, and allow for the perfect hiking trails according to your experience. Northern Colorado has lesser visited wilderness areas, which gives our hikes a unique opportunity to see more nature, and less people! See wildflowers, the color change of the Aspen trees, snow capped mountains, wildlife, and more!

Our guides are certified with Wilderness First Responder Training, and First Aid Training.

Hiking Tours Sustainable Tours Walking Tours Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Beautiful Day Adventure Tours

Ages: Children (10–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hiking/Trekking Poles available
Included: Park Entry Fees
Included: Bottled water
Included: Ice Spikes (Winter hikes)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Please wear appropriate footwear and weather appropriate clothing!

Itinerary

Your trip starts out at Horsetooth Open Space, a beautiful 2,711 acre protected area located in western Fort Collins. Your guide will meet you at the designated location, for the trail of your choice, and give you a parking pass. During your hike, your guide will tell you about the history, geology, ecology, and fun facts within the surrounding area! Your guide will stop at the best locations for pictures! Along the way, you’ll be able to see beautiful views of Red Rock formations, Horsetooth Reservoir, The Great Plains, The Front Range Mountains, and Fort Collins! If you choose the lunch option, when your group finishes the hike, you will eat at the pavilions located at the trailhead. Please feel free to bring your own snacks and lunch! Hike Options are listed below: Hike Option #1 (Beginner/Easy); Great for any first time mountain hikers, elderly, or Kids! -Swan Johnson Trail -3.5 Mi. Out & Back, with 200ft. elevation gain. Hike Option #2 (Moderate/Hard); -Horsetooth Falls loop -3.6 Mi. Loop, with 967ft. elevation gain. Hike Option #3 (Advanced) -Horsetooth Mountain Loop -5.5 Mi. Loop, with 1,307ft. elevation Gain

Stop 1
Horsetooth Mountain Open Space

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your Guide will contact you with specific parking details before your hike!

End point

Your Guide will contact you with specific parking details before your hike!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

Guided Hiking Tours: w/ Lunch

Lunch: A packed lunch including a cold cut sandwich, assorted trail-mix, and fresh fruit.
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