Hiking and Camping in Rocky Mountain National Park




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- Summit all 12,000+ feet of Mount Ida and be rewarded with sweeping views as you hike along the Continental Divide.
- Pass through the park’s goldrush history on a visit to the site of Lulu City, a mining town that was abandoned in 1885.
- Start with a flourish as you make your way to Andrews Glacier via Andrews Tarn, The Loch and the thundering Alberta Falls.
- Pause for included picnic lunches on each of the trip’s hikes and end each day with a campfire dinner with your fellow travellers.
- Sleep under the stars on the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park while enjoying the communal experience that comes with camping.
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Welcome to Colorado! This morning, you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow group at your accommodation in Estes Park before driving to your trailhead. Then, it’s time to get acquainted with the Rocky Mountain National Park on your first hike. Starting from the Glacial...
Have a relaxed breakfast at camp before taking off for today’s trail along the headwaters of the Colorado River. Rolling green meadows will provide prime vantage points for spotting moose, elk and deer, before you encounter the historic site of Lulu City. Now home to ...
Start the day on the right foot with a leisurely breakfast, then take a short drive to the trailhead for a wildlife and waterfall exploration. Start by crossing the Big Thompson River, then follow Moraine Park’s western edge. This wetland meadow along the way is a com...
Saving some of the highest highs for last, you’ll tackle all 12,000+ feet of Mount Ida today. An early start is required to avoid any afternoon storms, so after breakfast there’ll be a short drive to the southern end of Poudre Lake. When you arrive at the lake, you’ll...
After packing down your campsite, another idyllic drive along Trail Ridge Road will take you to the start of the Ute Trail. This hike provides amazing views of volcanoes, glaciers, wildlife and summits – including Mount Ida’s! Pause for lunch before making your way ba...
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