Rocky Mountain National Park Tour and Picnic

About this activity

Experience Rocky Mountain National Park on this personalized, small-group tour.

NO PARK RESERVATIONS NEEDED! We handle all park entry logistics so you can relax and enjoy the day.

Departing from Boulder, travel in a luxury high-roof van with your expert naturalist guide. Begin the day with light breakfast bites before exploring iconic areas like Trail Ridge Road, alpine tundra, scenic valleys, and pristine lakes, with time for photos and short walks along the way.

Watch for wildlife including elk, moose, mule deer, bighorn sheep, marmots, and pikas. Each guest is provided with Vortex binoculars for an up-close viewing experience.

Midday, enjoy a catered picnic lunch in a beautiful mountain setting. This all-inclusive experience covers transportation, park entry, meals, and guiding, just sit back and enjoy the Rockies.

Itinerary

1. Boulder · 15 min

   Guests joining the non-private tour in Boulder will meet us at Brewing Market Coffee (2525 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO). Guests can park here for the day and enjoy great coffee and breakfast options before the tour.

2. Estes Park · 15 min

   Guests joining the non-private tour who are not staying in or around Boulder, we offer an additional pickup at the Estes Park Visitor Center Parking Garage (645 CO-7, Estes Park, CO). Guests can park here for the day.

3. Stop 3 · 15 min

   Visit the historic Stanley Hotel, which inspired Stephen King’s The Shining. This is a great opportunity to admire the landmark, take photos, use the restroom, or grab another coffee.

4. Fall River Visitor Center · pass by

   Enter Rocky Mountain National Park through the quieter Fall River Entrance. Park admission is included in your tour. Before entering, we’ll stop for a photo at the Rocky Mountain National Park entrance sign!

5. Trail Ridge Road · 60 min

   Enjoy a scenic drive along Trail Ridge Road while keeping an eye out for wildlife, including elk, bears, bighorn sheep, and moose. We’ll stop at scenic overlooks such as Many Parks Curve and Rainbow Curve for breathtaking views.

6. Alpine Visitor Center · 30 min

   Stop near the Alpine Visitor Center and Continental Divide for panoramic views and opportunities to spot alpine wildlife including bighorn sheep, marmots, and pika.

7. Milner Pass · 10 min

   Time and road conditions permitting, we’ll cross the Continental Divide at Milner Pass and stop for a photo at the Continental Divide sign. Enjoy the beautiful views of Poudre Lake along the way.

8. Bear Lake · pass by

   Continue into the Bear Lake Corridor, one of the park’s most scenic areas. Admission and the required timed-entry reservation are included in your tour. Enjoy spectacular views of Hallett Peak and the surrounding mountains.

9. Sprague Lake · 45 min

   Relax and enjoy a picnic lunch at Sprague Lake, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. Your lunch will be preordered according to your preferences and dietary restrictions.

10. Sprague Lake · 30 min

    If you’d like, enjoy a leisurely 0.75-mile walk around Sprague Lake, a beautiful subalpine lake with stunning mountain views and opportunities to spot wildlife, including moose and elk.

11. Boulder · pass by

    We’ll drop off guests at the following locations: Estes Park Visitor Center Parking Garage: 2:30 PM Brewing Market Coffee in Boulder: 3:30 PM

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: This pickup location has a departure time of 9:30AM. Please plan to arrive at 9:20AM. There's plenty of parking you can leave your car at all day. If you need to be picked up from your specific lodging in Estes Park, please contact us and we can get that set up. ; Please plan to arrive at 8:20AM. There's plenty of parking you can leave your car at all day and delicious coffee and breakfast options for before the tour. W

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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