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We will explore and photograph the appropriately named Wild Basin in Rocky Mountain National Park. We will hike along the North Saint Vrain Creek, and stop along the way to photograph several waterfalls (including Copeland Falls, Calypso Cascades and Ouzel Falls).
Bring your tripod and a polarizer filter, and I will demonstrate my techniques for capturing waterfalls and other moving water in a variety of lighting conditions, and help you capture great silky water photographs.
The full hike to Ouzel Falls is about 5.5 miles (9 km) round trip, with just under 1,000' elevation gain. For those not able to do the full hike, we will do a more leisurely hike to Calypso Cascades (about 3.6 miles round trip, and about 700' of elev. gain), which still takes you deep into a beautiful area, with multiple falls, and wildflowers and fall color in season.
Don't have a RMNP timed entry reservation? No need! My commercial use permit means we don't need an advance permit!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
I will confirm a pickup or meeting point a few days before the tour.
We will meet at the Estes Park Visitors Center. Free parking in a lot off Big Thomspon Ave (US 34), or the garage off N. St Vrain (US 36). Meet me in front of the entrance on the South (river) side of the building. We can also meet at the Wild Basin Trailhead if that is closer to you.
Itinerary
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Wild Basin is a less popular but spectacularly beautiful river valley area of Rocky Mountain National Park. We will visit multiple waterfalls and viewpoints along the way.
5 hours • Admission ticket not included -
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Calypso cascades is a multi tiered waterfall which offers multiple angles to photograph.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3
A beautiful waterfall named for the aquatic dipping birds that frequent the area.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This hike is from 8500' to 9500' elevation. If you are coming from sea level, plan on acclimating to the elevation for a day or two before joining us.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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