Guided Hiking Tours near Fort Collins

5.0
(14 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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 are completely customizable, and allow for the perfect hiking trails according to your experience. These hikes range from beginner, to advanced; so they're perfect for families and adrenaline seekers alike. 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 guide, Joe, is certified with Wilderness First Responder Training, First Aid Training, and a Decade of hiking, climbing and backpacking experience.

What's Included

Park Entry Fees
Bottled water
Ice Spikes (Winter hikes)
Hiking/Trekking Poles available
Gratuities
Please wear appropriate footwear and weather appropriate clothing!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

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

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Beautiful Day Adventure Tours

Tags

Hiking Tours
Sustainable Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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